Fenix PD36R V2.0 vs Fenix PD36 TAC
Quick take: The Fenix PD36R V2.0 costs $10 less; the Fenix PD36 TAC is brighter (3,000 vs 1,700 lm); the Fenix PD36 TAC throws farther (335m vs 297m); the Fenix PD36R V2.0 runs longer on high (2.5 vs 2 hrs).
| Spec | Fenix PD36R V2.0 | Fenix PD36 TAC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90 | $100 |
| Rating | 4.6★ (1,400) | 4.6★ (1,100) |
| Type | EDC | Tactical |
| Lumens | 1,700 lm | 3,000 lm |
| Candela | 22,000 cd | 28,000 cd |
| Beam distance | 297m | 335m |
| Runtime | 2.5 hrs (high) | 2 hrs (high) |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| LED | Luminus SFT-40 | Luminus SFT-70 |
| Beam type | Balanced | Balanced |
| Modes | 5 Stepped | 5 Stepped |
| UI | Simple | Dual Switch |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| CRI | 70 | 70 |
| Weight | 3.4 oz | 3.7 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.3 x 1.0 in | 5.4 x 1.1 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |