Fenix PD36R PRO vs RovyVon S3 Pro size comparison
The RovyVon S3 Pro is 26.8 mm (1.06 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R PRO, and 2.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The RovyVon S3 Pro is 26.8 mm (1.06 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R PRO, and 2.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36R PRO Check price ↗ | RovyVon S3 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 145.8 mm (5.74 in) | 119 mm (4.69 in)−26.8 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 29 mm (1.14 in)+2.5 mm |
| Body | 25.7 mm (1.01 in) | 29 mm (1.14 in)+3.3 mm |
| Weight | 169 g with battery | 150 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| Max output | 2,800 lm | 2,800 lm |
| Throw | 380 m | 130 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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PD36R PRO vs S3 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The RovyVon S3 Pro is the shorter light: 119 mm (4.69 in) against 145.8 mm (5.74 in), a difference of 26.8 mm (18%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36R PRO is 2.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 29 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36R PRO: 169 g with battery; RovyVon S3 Pro: 150 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
Both are rated at 2,800 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix PD36R PRO reaches further: 380 m vs 130 m rated throw (192% more).
Battery
The Fenix PD36R PRO runs on a removable 21700 battery; the RovyVon S3 Pro runs on a removable 18650 battery. 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 PD36R PRO was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the RovyVon S3 Pro from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the RovyVon S3 Pro cost $40.00 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 a slimmer profile (2.5 mm narrower) and longer throw (380 m vs 130 m). Choose the RovyVon S3 Pro if you want a shorter light (26.8 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 S3 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36R PRO or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
The RovyVon S3 Pro is the shorter light: 119 mm (4.69 in) against 145.8 mm (5.74 in), a difference of 26.8 mm (18%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36R PRO is 2.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 29 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36R PRO: 169 g with battery; RovyVon S3 Pro: 150 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36R PRO or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
Both are rated at 2,800 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix PD36R PRO reaches further: 380 m vs 130 m rated throw (192% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36R PRO or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36R PRO was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the RovyVon S3 Pro from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the RovyVon S3 Pro cost $40.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36R PRO and RovyVon S3 Pro use the same battery?
The Fenix PD36R PRO runs on a removable 21700 battery; the RovyVon S3 Pro runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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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.
- RovyVon S3 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price from $79.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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