Fenix LR35R vs Sofirn SP36 Pro size comparison
The Sofirn SP36 Pro is 13.3 mm (0.52 in) shorter than the Fenix LR35R, and 1.5 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 61 g heavier (without battery).
The Sofirn SP36 Pro is 13.3 mm (0.52 in) shorter than the Fenix LR35R, and 1.5 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 61 g heavier (without battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix LR35R Check price ↗ | Sofirn SP36 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 140 mm (5.51 in) | 126.7 mm (4.99 in)−13.3 mm |
| Head / width | 51.5 mm (2.03 in) | 50 mm (1.97 in)−1.5 mm |
| Body | 46.5 mm (1.83 in) | — |
| Weight | 239 g without battery | 300 g without battery+61 g |
| Battery | 21700 | 3x 18650 |
| Max output | 10,000 lm | 8,000 lm |
| Throw | 500 m | — |
| Type | Thrower / search | Thrower / search |
| Price | $199.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $56.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed head 51.5 mm, height 46.5 mm | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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LR35R vs SP36 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Sofirn SP36 Pro is the shorter light: 126.7 mm (4.99 in) against 140 mm (5.51 in), a difference of 13.3 mm (9%). At its widest point the Sofirn SP36 Pro is 1.5 mm slimmer (50 vs 51.5 mm). The Fenix LR35R is 61 g lighter (239 g vs 300 g, without battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix LR35R is rated brighter: 10,000 lm maximum vs 8,000 lm for the Sofirn SP36 Pro, 25% more.
Battery
The Fenix LR35R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Sofirn SP36 Pro runs on removable 3x 18650 batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR35R was $199.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Sofirn SP36 Pro from $56.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SP36 Pro cost $142.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are throwers / search lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix LR35R if you want less weight (61 g lighter) and more output (10,000 lm vs 8,000 lm). Choose the Sofirn SP36 Pro if you want a shorter light (13.3 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (1.5 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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LR35R vs SP36 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix LR35R or the Sofirn SP36 Pro?
The Sofirn SP36 Pro is the shorter light: 126.7 mm (4.99 in) against 140 mm (5.51 in), a difference of 13.3 mm (9%). At its widest point the Sofirn SP36 Pro is 1.5 mm slimmer (50 vs 51.5 mm). The Fenix LR35R is 61 g lighter (239 g vs 300 g, without battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix LR35R or the Sofirn SP36 Pro?
The Fenix LR35R is rated brighter: 10,000 lm maximum vs 8,000 lm for the Sofirn SP36 Pro, 25% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix LR35R or the Sofirn SP36 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix LR35R was $199.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Sofirn SP36 Pro from $56.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SP36 Pro cost $142.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix LR35R and Sofirn SP36 Pro use the same battery?
The Fenix LR35R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Sofirn SP36 Pro runs on removable 3x 18650 batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix LR35R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $199.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Sofirn SP36 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price from $56.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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