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Fenix PD36R Pro vs Fenix TK21R
Fenix PD36R Pro ($90) vs Fenix TK21R ($134.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix PD36R Pro | Fenix TK21R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90 | $134.95 |
| Weight | 133g | 221.4g |
| Max Output | 2800 lm | — |
| Beam Distance | 382m | — |
| Modes | 6 | Five lighting modes including four brightness levels and Strobe |
| Battery | 21700 (included) | 6000mAh rechargeable li-ion battery |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| IP Rating | IPX8 | — |
| Output | — | 3,600 lumens, 480 m |
| LED | — | One Luminus SFT90 |
| Size | — | Length 159.5 mm, Head 36 mm, Body 25.4 mm |
| Runtime | — | 72 hours 30 minutes max |
| Weight | — | 221.4g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 7.81 oz. (221.4g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix PD36R Pro
- 382m beam range for outdoor use
- IPX8 waterproof — submersible
- USB-C charging with pass-through
- 133g on the heavy side
- $90 is mid-tier investment
- 2800 lm overkill for most EDC tasks
Fenix TK21R
- 3,600 lumens and 480 m of throw
- Runs on 6000mAh rechargeable li-ion battery
- 221.4 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 221.4 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 72 hours 30 minutes runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix PD36R Pro is the better value at $90. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.