Fenix PD36R PRO vs Fenix PD36R V2.0 size comparison
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 is 5.1 mm (0.20 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R PRO, with about the same max diameter/width. It is 2 g lighter (with battery).
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 is 5.1 mm (0.20 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R PRO, with about the same max diameter/width. It is 2 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36R PRO Check price ↗ | Fenix PD36R V2.0 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 145.8 mm (5.74 in) | 140.7 mm (5.54 in)−5.1 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 26.5 mm (1.04 in)same |
| Body | 25.7 mm (1.01 in) | 25.5 mm (1.00 in)−0.2 mm |
| Weight | 169 g with battery | 167 g with battery−2 g |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 2,800 lm | 1,700 lm |
| Throw | 380 m | 396 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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PD36R PRO vs PD36R V2.0: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 is the shorter light: 140.7 mm (5.54 in) against 145.8 mm (5.74 in), a difference of 5.1 mm (3%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.5 vs 26.5 mm). The Fenix PD36R V2.0 is 2 g lighter (167 g vs 169 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix PD36R PRO is rated brighter: 2,800 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix PD36R V2.0, 65% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD36R V2.0 reaches further: 396 m vs 380 m rated throw (4% more).
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36R PRO was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix PD36R V2.0 $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix PD36R V2.0 cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix PD36R PRO if you want more output (2,800 lm vs 1,700 lm). Choose the Fenix PD36R V2.0 if you want a shorter light (5.1 mm shorter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD36R PRO vs PD36R V2.0 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36R PRO or the Fenix PD36R V2.0?
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 is the shorter light: 140.7 mm (5.54 in) against 145.8 mm (5.74 in), a difference of 5.1 mm (3%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.5 vs 26.5 mm). The Fenix PD36R V2.0 is 2 g lighter (167 g vs 169 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36R PRO or the Fenix PD36R V2.0?
The Fenix PD36R PRO is rated brighter: 2,800 lm maximum vs 1,700 lm for the Fenix PD36R V2.0, 65% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD36R V2.0 reaches further: 396 m vs 380 m rated throw (4% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36R PRO or the Fenix PD36R V2.0?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36R PRO was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix PD36R V2.0 $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix PD36R V2.0 cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36R PRO and Fenix PD36R V2.0 use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix PD36R PRO: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $119.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix PD36R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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