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Fenix PD36R Pro vs Fenix WT16R
Fenix PD36R Pro ($90) vs Fenix WT16R ($64.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix PD36R Pro | Fenix WT16R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90 | $64.95 |
| Weight | 133g | 129g |
| Max Output | 2800 lm | — |
| Beam Distance | 382m | — |
| Modes | 6 | 3 brightness levels on spotlight, and 2 brightness levels and yellow flash on floodlight |
| Battery | 21700 (included) | Built-in Li-polymer battery |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
| IP Rating | IPX8 | — |
| Output | — | 300 lumens, 115 m |
| LED | — | 2 x CREE XP-E2 LEDs and COB floodlight |
| Size | — | Length 127 mm, Width 37 mm, Height 26 mm |
| Runtime | — | 30 hours max |
| Weight | — | 129g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 4.55 oz. (129g) 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 WT16R
- 300 lumens and 115 m of throw
- Runs on Built-in Li-polymer battery
- 129 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 30 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix WT16R is the better value at $64.95. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.