Olight Warrior 3S vs Fenix PD36 TAC
Quick take: The Fenix PD36 TAC is brighter (3,000 vs 2,300 lm); the Olight Warrior 3S throws farther (346m vs 335m); the Olight Warrior 3S runs longer on high (2.5 vs 2 hrs).
| Spec | Olight Warrior 3S | Fenix PD36 TAC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $100 | $100 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Lumens | 2,300 lm | 3,000 lm |
| Candela | 30,000 cd | 28,000 cd |
| Beam distance | 346m | 335m |
| Runtime | 2.5 hrs (high) | 2 hrs (high) |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| LED | CREE XHP70.2 | Luminus SFT-70 |
| Beam type | Balanced | Balanced |
| Modes | 5 Stepped | 5 Stepped |
| UI | Dual Switch | Dual Switch |
| IP rating | IPX8 | IP68 |
| CRI | 70 | 70 |
| Weight | 5.1 oz | 3.7 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 1.1 in | 5.4 x 1.1 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
What owners report
Olight Warrior 3S
- ✓2,300 lumens with genuine beam distance behind it
- ✓Aluminium body dissipates heat well; Type III hard anodising wears well
- ✓Comfortable for extended use and easy to carry for its class
- ✓Interface impressed reviewers, with instant strobe access
- ✓Magnetic charging is convenient and the cell lasts well
- ✗Not meaningfully different from the Warrior 3 or M2R Pro
- ✗Customer-service complaints, including refused repair addresses and limited warranty remedies
- ✗No wall adapter in the box
- ✗Proprietary magnetic charging rather than USB-C
- ✗Expensive next to enthusiast lights with better emitters
Fenix PD36 TAC
- ✓Tactical selector switch lets you configure behaviour for the job
- ✓3,000 lumens with good spread — usable close up and at distance
- ✓Sized well: secure in the hand without being heavy
- ✓Controls reachable in every grip, with a firm click that doesn't tire the thumb
- ✓Holster, cable and a 5,000mAh 21700 included
- ✗No battery indicator at all
- ✗Duty mode remembers the last level used, which might be eco or turbo
- ✗Charging takes around 3.5 hours because of the cell capacity
- ✗The tail switch action is relatively stiff
- ✗Large for anything other than duty or outdoor use