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Fenix PD45R ACE vs Fenix HM23 V2.0
Fenix PD45R ACE ($129.95) vs Fenix HM23 V2.0 ($36.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix PD45R ACE | Fenix HM23 V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.95 | $36.95 |
| Weight | 200.5g | 86.3g |
| Output | 3,200 lumens, 410 m | 300 lumens, 88 m |
| LED | Luminus SFT-70X-WS65-H2-H1652 LED | Luminus SST20 white LED |
| Modes | Seven lighting modes including six brightness levels and Strobe; six preset options | Five lighting modes including three brightness levels, red light, and red flash |
| Battery | 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery | AA battery; compatible with one 1.5V 14500 rechargeable battery |
| Size | Length 157.7 mm, Width 30 mm, Height 25.9 mm | Length 73.6 mm, Width 36 mm, Height 30 mm |
| Runtime | 57 hours max | 100 hours max |
| Weight | 200.5g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 7.07 oz. (200.5g) including battery) | 86.3g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.04 oz. (86.3g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix PD45R ACE
- 3,200 lumens and 410 m of throw
- Runs on 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
- 200.5 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 200.5 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 57 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HM23 V2.0
- 300 lumens and 88 m of throw
- Runs on AA battery; compatible with one 1.5V 14500 rechargeable battery
- 86.3 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 100 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HM23 V2.0 is the better value at $36.95. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.