I love Fenix Flashlights!!! I have many many flashlights of all kinds of brands. I have had top brands like Surefire fail after a couple months of use. I have never ever had any of my 6 Fenix lights fail. I currently carry the Fenix PD35 TAC and I absolutely love it. I have had it for a while and I dont ever go anywhere without it. I was using it in -43°c with at 3500mAh battery and it just kept on running.
Totally agree wit you on this, i had y PD36R for months before i sold it and got the pro version. I love the long battery life, its my every day carry.
I have been following flashlight channels for quite a while, but none of them was able to put together such an informative, logical and fact based summary on edc lights as you! Just ordered the Fenix PD36R based on your recommendation! Thank you so much!
I have the PD35 and love it! I use it 5 days a week at work and the charge on it last so long! I had not charged my battery for 3-4 day uses, and lost it the other day. The next day I remembered where I left it. I found it STILL ON after 18 hours on the second setting. I still had plenty of charge and what just a little warm. Amazing!!
yes i know u very well.. u definitely love talking about flashlights!! i love to listen too, & i love all the flashlights u have got me. thanks for keeping me safe & lighting my way! 🔦 ~Ninjen~
i personally have five flashlights at the ready at all times. i keep two in my truck, one large one for road emergencies and one mini light for in the cab use. i have one in my toolbox at work. one is in my drawer by bed for emergencies such as tornado warnings and such. my last flashlight is a wowtac within reach from chair in my living room. i use that one for flooding my yard to see what my dogs are barking about. we get a lot of critters where i live. raccoons, possums, skunks, copperheads and coyotes. i absolutely need a good flashlight for seeing what is in my yard. great video charlie, thanks for shining a little light on the subject. :) note: i had the brand wrong for my flashlight - corrected.
@DepthWish I have a PD35 V2. It’s great flashlight and it’s took some hammer over the years. Would recommend. I have my eye on the Fenix E28R for the future.
Great to hear that you are a Fenix nut like me. I've been with Fenix for 12 years and they will stay my favorite until I die. And yes the pd36r is a fantastic light. I carry that everyday along with the ld30 and the rc05 and all my bases are covered it's a fantastic trio from Fenix
I cary a 5 pack of fully charged 18650s in my truck at all times. I ask Home depot for bad battery packs, which they always supply. Of the 5 to 10 cells within the packs, usually only one or two are bad, the others are often like new. So, I've got 25 or 30 good 18650s laying around. Not all flashlights will accept these batteries because they don't have the reduced tip, but you can buy that protector and heat shrink it to the battery. FYI: I once jump started my car with an 18V cordless drill battery. Now I have a dedicated jump starter.
I do like the way you have the flashlights displayed Charlie, you can just grab the one you want and go, no trouble finding one like we do lol. The comparisons you give and what each flashlight can do is spoken in language even I can understand, I have problems with people who use jargon or talk too fast. You explain very well your choices giving good reasons and make sure that we know that we all have our own needs to fill and to check out what is available. All in all a wonderful review as always, thank you sweetheart. Good luck Mary-Ellen UK
What are your thoughts about your fenix pd36r now? 1. The usb c cover on mine has since been ripped off. I still charge out of that port and the light still works after water submersions. 2. Tail cap rubber cover is getting smooth. 3. Anodizing is chipping a little here and there. 4% of the light. Otherwise 💯
Thank you for bringing up the battery life. Now I know which flashlight I’m getting next. Even though there are more updates options nowadays (pd36r tac, warrior pro 3, etc.).
Thank you for the information on flashlights ! Take care , stay safe and healthy with whatever or wherever you maybe doing next ! Doing well here in Kansas .
Oh snap!!!! I love my sr2 along with a full brigade of other lights. I'd say you are full of it but your flashlight collection is better than mine so I think I need to purchase a few more lights and trust your judgement ha ha!
Agree with your daily use/carry match-up completely: Fenix PD36R (or Fenix E35 v3 for more flood) + Olight Baton 3. Pretty much covers all my daily use cases. Using a small light like the Baton 3 as a headlamp on your hat is one of the best ass-saving use cases for a light I can think of.
Wow did I enjoy nerding out to this video, thank you! My personal favorites are the Olight Baton 3 and Baton 3 Pro. Just picked up the copper/titanium Baton 3 Eternal and I can't say enough good things about it, wow did they crush it the beautiful micro engraving on this light. You really feel the extra heft of the copper too, a must own if you love Olights.
searching for a dependable flashlight (for security work) and found this channel/video. I'm glad I did. Didn't know half of the reasons of what even makes a good light (or not). thank you for making this video....sub'd.
Im not even finished watching your second flashlight review and subscribed. We think alike. Your point of view on these flashlights is from a point of view of an actual flashlight user so I can relate to you. Most are reading specs off the website and are just trying to generate review income. Well done keep up the good work.
I have always held high regard for Fenix. But sadly, I just threw away some of my Fenixes because of faulty drivers. I already spent many hours trying to fix them but I came to a point that it is not worth while anymore. But a Fenix still stays on my nightstand.
I bought the E20 version 2 and the PD36R for the extremely long run times, and the E20 runs off two AAs! I believe they get such long times because their candela and lux are low. For example my 1000 lumen Streamlight Pro Tac HL-X has 27100 candela and a 330 meter beam and the PD36R at 1600 lumen has 19977 candela and a 283 meter beam. on its closest setting, 800 lumen it has 9636 candela and a 197 meter beam. This makes the Streamlight seem brighter and have more of a spot light, whereas the Fenix is more of a flood style light. Personally I prefer the long run times and don't need a flashlight to illuminate things at a 1000 feet, so I EDC the Fenix now and love it.
The Fenix pd36r is a “as is advertised light”. It doesn’t get the highest lumen output or candela rating, it just works. I dropped mine several times. The worst drop was when I was cruisin on my motorcycle at 60mph and the light came out my back pocket. I went back and grabbed it off the freeway and the damn thing just keeps working! Everyone complains about it not being tactical. I’ll challenge that and say JUST SET IT AND FORGET IT. You want 1600 lumens for almost 3hrs that does not STEP DOWN ? Go for that setting. You want 800 lumens that will run almost 6 hours long?! This light does what it says… takes a lickin and keeps on tickin. Your USB C silicone cover gone? Yep so is mine. I still charge it, run it under water to clean the light and it’s still ALL water tight ! I can’t say enough praises about this light Fenix set the bar even 3 years later.
@@jberts3141 with the new advent of a capable/ higher rated Mah battery (21700 5000mah) THIS light is perfectly ⚖️ balanced for maximized runtimes/ brightness. I’ll take 1600 lumens at 3 hours/ 800 lumens at 6 hours.
I use flashlights a lot in construction I’m definitely gonna buy one of those Fenix can’t tell you how many flashlights I buy through the years and they only last for a year or two
Perfect timing!! I am actually in the market for a few new lights!! This will definitely help me in my decisions Lights are definitely a very good thing 😎👍🏼
Hey Charlie, fellow flashlight junky here... Uncanny how similar our lists are! I’ve been leaning T2 for awhile but your review does help in my ‘on paper’ comparison with the Fenix. Luckily my job allows me the luxury of ‘needing’ good flashlights, lol! Thanks for doing this vid. Oh, and you haven’t been digging enough-clean fingernails....
Yeah just started getting a bit into tac lights and love rechargeable batteries . Had streamlight 2lx tac now waiting for my fenix PD 35 tac to arrive . At local store went in to get spare 18650 battery and saw the Nebo Torchy 2K . looks great with 2,000 lumens
My first compact led light was a nebo redline 200 lumen. The light was focusable/ aspheric lens, spot to flood. It lasted 2 months before the focus wheel started to malfunction. Long story short? I would not go for nebo products. If you can, go for fenix products. You may have to pay a little more but it is well worth the long term investment.
Had 2 Felix flashlights and loved them, sorry I don’t remember what models they are because my wife misplaced 1 of them and the second one came in handy after we were hit by a tornado and we lost power. We were helping out neighbors and my wife put the flashlight down on the front of the car near where she was and with all the commotion someone came and stole it. This is why I’m looking to see what’s out there these days. I had the Feni. Flashlights with Olight batteries and they lasted forever. I’d like to go handsfree in situations like the one we had so I’m looking for 2 additional handheld lights and 1 that can be both maybe or a dedicated headlight. Appreciate the time it takes to make these videos, so thank you!
PD36R is all around the best choice for carry. The Fenix headlamps are all phenomenal and some are actually rechargeable. Anything Fenix is never a mistake. Got any questions just holler
I got Fenix PD36R and M2R for the same exact reasons. Although, I did not know that M2R was not that good for long time run. I bought it for the specs. I always prioritize run time over lumens etc. As for me - the best flashlight is the one that can run the longest on a single charge in it's class. I have not seen ANY flashlight that runs longer than PD36R. I also want to get LD30, but the only thing that stops me is the non-tail stand for that size of a flashlight.
I had the olight warrior mini 2 in limited edition copper. Loved it but the tail cap stop working within 2 weeks. I'm an electrician that need a light that has multiple setting and a magnetic tail cap.
I use my stream light stylus to check the dice before they go on the craps game at casino. Sometimes I wish I had something stronger but it works fine.
Just take the dive and get a pd36r! You won’t LOOK BACK I promise you. I mean look at all the lights this reviewer had. I’ve had mine for 3 years and it’s gone through and back with me… the best led light I’ve had and I’ve had quite a few before it. Sunwayman, surfire, klarus, nebo, Olight, maglite. This light beats them all. Not because it’s THE MOST POWERFUL, but because it’s the most balanced. 💯
Dude we have very similar taste. I really liked the Nitecore SRT 7 Revengerr because the ui was ahead of it’s time.I also use the Fenix PD36R as my work light in my semi truck.
Great review on those lights! I agree I had olights but they get very hot quickly, sold them on eBay and yes my edc is a PD36R that I use for work almost everyday. My backup light is a surefire e1b backup, it’s pricey but gets the job done when I use it.
Two things. The Olight Warrior 3S is also extremely efficient, but the magnetic charging makes it effortless to keep full in case you get into an emergency situation.
I know this video is two years old. The PD36R is a fantastic flashlight. Still, I like the Olight Warrior 3S more. The UI is better. The magnetic charging is great. The output is more flat over time.
Thank you for an honest review. You don't know how many are paid make videos on the m2r claiming it has spill when it does not. I've even seen test videos that made it seem as if the m2r has greater spill then the pd36r. You have to try the fenix pd40r v2. After a bit of time I fell in love with the rotary switch.
Great video, Charlie! Nice collection! With me, it's collecting flashlights, wrist watches and thermos'! (No counting countless guns and detectors. LOL) I also keep a hand crank generated light in my car at all times. Not a lot of brightness, but sufficient as an area light and never needs batteries and will always work when you need it. BTW, if you love headlamps, for my money, the Fenix HM65R is absolutely the best! Please check that one out! Thank you for a great review!
The best, most versatile EDC flashlight by far ; UI, reliability, versatility, output, fit/finish, PRICE, is the Lumintop Tool AA/14500. Anybody who is willing to pay the outrageous prices for an Olight should just go n spend abt $25 for the Lumintop Tool AA/14500 (660 lumens). N instead of ANY warrior, check out the Sofarin SC31 PRO (18650) . The Sofarin SC31 PRO blows away the warrior series. The customizability is unparalleled, much better UI than olight AND much less HEAT. The Fenix exposed tail cap, n less common battery are a deal breaker for Me. I'll keep my Klarus XT11GT (18650) as my duty light. I have true love for that flashlight, lol. The Klarus XT11GT n the Lumintop Tool AA/14500 have gotten me through 7 extended, complete power outages w no issues. Thats one if the best tests for a flashlight. Im sharing this info cuz there are great flashlights out there that check off all the things you want in your light w/o paying a bunch of $ simply for a huge name, then not really getting all that you want . When Fenix fixes the exposed tail cap design AND becomes more affordable, I will be one of the first to buy one. Your review makes me really like that flashlight. I like your review style. Glad your channel came up on my feed. Stay safe, Be Blessed.
I HAD (past tense) a Klarus 11GT. Had it 3 months before dropping it on the ground accidentally and the light flickered then went off. Tried as I might, I could NOT get that light to work again. I lost respect for Klarus after that. I bought my first Fenix light, PD36R 3 years ago. The damn thing keeps going. I’ve dropped it 5 times on concrete I’ve ridden on my motorcycle with it in my back pocket at 65 mph on the highway…. Damn thing came out my back pocket (I will never carry it there again!!!) STILL WORKS. exterior USB-C charge port cover got ripped off. The whole USB C port area is totally exposed. Still works and in FACT I wash it off weekly. DAMN LIGHT still works! CONCLUSION: you can buy what you want to but I stand by fenixes products based off my experience with the Fenix PD36R. It is a STOUT light and lasts forever in 1 charge. It is my first and LAST light I will use from now on 💯
Great review of your lights. I have the PD36R as well. Like it a lot, but the sudeswitch could be a little more pronounced and more pronounced, since it csn be hard to locate with gloves. But otherwise, a great light
Very helpful and honest reviews. I was looking for long run flashlight for trekking for 10days and there no electricity apart from my solar battery pack. I never had fenix brand before. I got only Olight s1r baton ii and it’s awesome little to go on my pockets. Now I need one bigger like pd36R for runtime. I’m still thinking to choose between PD36R and Olight Freyr since M2R pro is not going to last battery like you mention in video. Could you help me to do another review for Freyr and compare the battery runtime with PD36R or other exactly similar brand and range. Many thanks again.
Buy the Fenix pd36r. It will last the the longest. Just compare the runtime charts to each other. That 1,600 lumens is enough trust me. I have both and the TK16 v2 runs out of battery much faster if you dick around with high or turbo mode. The Fenix pd36r is a more efficiently balanced light.
I wonder when they'll update it. They should figure out a way to make a rugged and more durable flap if they wanna keep that usb charging on the flashlight
It works (water sealed) without rubber silicone cover present. I even wash my pd36r without it and haven’t had any problems. Hell I bet I could crunch the usb c port tab and I could still charge the included 21700 5000mah battery on my home charger.
Thanks for the review. Battery life, brightness and not overheating are key selling points for me. Could be a little brighter because I camp and hike a lot. Do you have any suggestions for a flashlight similar to this one but 3,000 plus lumens?
Overall You’ll get shorter runtimes the more lumens the light outputs. That IS why the Fenix PD36R is the middle ground performer but outputting the longest USABLE runtimes. Recently I bought the new acclaimed Fenix TK16 V2 at 3,100 lumens and don’t get me wrong… that light beam @t 3K lumens is impressive! BUT… it drains the livin snot out of the 21700 5,000mah battery too fast. It’s better than a maxed out 3,500mah 18660 but it still stands to reason that higher lumen output is not near as efficient as the lower lumen output PD36R. I carry this light everywhere with me. It is balanced for high output without sacrificing longer runtimes. ⚖️💯🔑👏🏼
Awesome video, I love your stuff! I was going to mention the Warrior Mini because I bet it could replace the I2R and M2R except it’s not as warm of a white. The size is also right on the border of being too big for EDC for me, I wish they had a deep carry pocket clip. There are some things I would change about the UI, but the size, interface, and moonlight mode makes the Warrior Mini rise above the LD30 for my EDC. I love my PD25 too though!
I agree on the battery life! I've got three Fenix pocket size lights, and by far the PD36R is my regular carry. I've had it for three years and have charged it three times! Now I don't use it everyday, but it's always ready to go. Was saving to get the TK76R which seems to be discontinued now - HELLO LR50R!
What would be a nice belt case for the pd36r? Preferably leather and one you can close with a snap. I know as good a flashlight the pd36r is, the case it comes with is pretty poorly designed.
I love Fenix Flashlights!!! I have many many flashlights of all kinds of brands. I have had top brands like Surefire fail after a couple months of use. I have never ever had any of my 6 Fenix lights fail. I currently carry the Fenix PD35 TAC and I absolutely love it. I have had it for a while and I dont ever go anywhere without it. I was using it in -43°c with at 3500mAh battery and it just kept on running.
Totally agree wit you on this, i had y PD36R for months before i sold it and got the pro version. I love the long battery life, its my every day carry.
I have been following flashlight channels for quite a while, but none of them was able to put together such an informative, logical and fact based summary on edc lights as you! Just ordered the Fenix PD36R based on your recommendation! Thank you so much!
I love mine! Even with the SILICONE FLAP/ COVER ripped off. I’ve submerged it in water and the damn light just keeps going 💯
I have the PD35 and love it! I use it 5 days a week at work and the charge on it last so long! I had not charged my battery for 3-4 day uses, and lost it the other day. The next day I remembered where I left it. I found it STILL ON after 18 hours on the second setting. I still had plenty of charge and what just a little warm. Amazing!!
yes i know u very well.. u definitely love talking about flashlights!! i love to listen too, & i love all the flashlights u have got me. thanks for keeping me safe & lighting my way! 🔦
~Ninjen~
We love the lights !
Hello sweetheart Mary-Ellen XOXOXO
i personally have five flashlights at the ready at all times. i keep two in my truck, one large one for road emergencies and one mini light for in the cab use. i have one in my toolbox at work. one is in my drawer by bed for emergencies such as tornado warnings and such. my last flashlight is a wowtac within reach from chair in my living room. i use that one for flooding my yard to see what my dogs are barking about. we get a lot of critters where i live. raccoons, possums, skunks, copperheads and coyotes. i absolutely need a good flashlight for seeing what is in my yard. great video charlie, thanks for shining a little light on the subject. :) note: i had the brand wrong for my flashlight - corrected.
Good planning Big Al
I have 4 olights, but my Fenix PD35 is without doubt my favourite flashlight . It’s very reliable.
Roger that Paul
@DepthWish I have a PD35 V2. It’s great flashlight and it’s took some hammer over the years. Would recommend.
I have my eye on the Fenix E28R for the future.
Great to hear that you are a Fenix nut like me. I've been with Fenix for 12 years and they will stay my favorite until I die. And yes the pd36r is a fantastic light. I carry that everyday along with the ld30 and the rc05 and all my bases are covered it's a fantastic trio from Fenix
Fenix really does make some great lights that have never let me down
Been using the fenix PD 35 and 36 for many years. Best flashlight for the size on the market. Cost-effective and great quality.
I cary a 5 pack of fully charged 18650s in my truck at all times. I ask Home depot for bad battery packs, which they always supply. Of the 5 to 10 cells within the packs, usually only one or two are bad, the others are often like new. So, I've got 25 or 30 good 18650s laying around. Not all flashlights will accept these batteries because they don't have the reduced tip, but you can buy that protector and heat shrink it to the battery.
FYI: I once jump started my car with an 18V cordless drill battery. Now I have a dedicated jump starter.
Illuminating and shinning a new light on a favorite subject
I do like the way you have the flashlights displayed Charlie, you can just grab the one you want and go, no trouble finding one like we do lol. The comparisons you give and what each flashlight can do is spoken in language even I can understand, I have problems with people who use jargon or talk too fast. You explain very well your choices giving good reasons and make sure that we know that we all have our own needs to fill and to check out what is available. All in all a wonderful review as always, thank you sweetheart. Good luck Mary-Ellen UK
Thank you Mary Ellen
You are right! I bought two of them sold one and kept the other one. People just like it like crazy!!
Thanks for the video. I'll be purchasing the PD36R now. I was leaning towards the Warrior Pro but now believe Fenix is the way to go. Thanks again!
What are your thoughts about your fenix pd36r now?
1. The usb c cover on mine has since been ripped off. I still charge out of that port and the light still works after water submersions.
2. Tail cap rubber cover is getting smooth.
3. Anodizing is chipping a little here and there. 4% of the light.
Otherwise 💯
Nice Video, Fenix makes really good Flashlights.
I ordered the new PD32 V2.0.
Thank you for bringing up the battery life. Now I know which flashlight I’m getting next. Even though there are more updates options nowadays (pd36r tac, warrior pro 3, etc.).
this makes last nights stimulus purchase of a pd36R THAT MUCH BETTER!!! i have owned 2 pd35s and never had a problem... this is the natural choice
Just ordered one, too! I’ve been looking at them for awhile and can’t wait to get my hands on it. This will be my first higher end light
perfect timing-
this morning I was going to your channel for your flashlight information.
thank you-
Perfect!
@@NotThursday I am considering the Fenix e12 because of the AA battery and 27.45 price-
I always have AA's-
@@NotThursdayI got a similar set up I swapped the led out on the pd36r to 5000k and I use a zebra light sc64w hi 4000k
Now you show more Olight flashlights. Do you think the PD36R still that good? Did you test the new Pd36r pro?
Nice revue. You are one of the rarest American who don't talk for nothing.
Thank you for the information on flashlights ! Take care , stay safe and healthy with whatever or wherever you maybe doing next ! Doing well here in Kansas .
Thanks Steve
@@NotThursday you're welcome
Oh snap!!!! I love my sr2 along with a full brigade of other lights. I'd say you are full of it but your flashlight collection is better than mine so I think I need to purchase a few more lights and trust your judgement ha ha!
Right on
Agree with your daily use/carry match-up completely: Fenix PD36R (or Fenix E35 v3 for more flood) + Olight Baton 3. Pretty much covers all my daily use cases. Using a small light like the Baton 3 as a headlamp on your hat is one of the best ass-saving use cases for a light I can think of.
Wow did I enjoy nerding out to this video, thank you! My personal favorites are the Olight Baton 3 and Baton 3 Pro. Just picked up the copper/titanium Baton 3 Eternal and I can't say enough good things about it, wow did they crush it the beautiful micro engraving on this light. You really feel the extra heft of the copper too, a must own if you love Olights.
searching for a dependable flashlight (for security work) and found this channel/video.
I'm glad I did.
Didn't know half of the reasons of what even makes a good light (or not).
thank you for making this video....sub'd.
One of the best flash light reviewers
Im not even finished watching your second flashlight review and subscribed. We think alike. Your point of view on these flashlights is from a point of view of an actual flashlight user so I can relate to you. Most are reading specs off the website and are just trying to generate review income. Well done keep up the good work.
I have always held high regard for Fenix. But sadly, I just threw away some of my Fenixes because of faulty drivers. I already spent many hours trying to fix them but I came to a point that it is not worth while anymore. But a Fenix still stays on my nightstand.
I love the ocd.. the even spacing lol. I would sneak in and move them all 😂😂😂
Charles Bridgetec has well over 1000 lights
I bought the E20 version 2 and the PD36R for the extremely long run times, and the E20 runs off two AAs! I believe they get such long times because their candela and lux are low. For example my 1000 lumen Streamlight Pro Tac HL-X has 27100 candela and a 330 meter beam and the PD36R at 1600 lumen has 19977 candela and a 283 meter beam. on its closest setting, 800 lumen it has 9636 candela and a 197 meter beam. This makes the Streamlight seem brighter and have more of a spot light, whereas the Fenix is more of a flood style light. Personally I prefer the long run times and don't need a flashlight to illuminate things at a 1000 feet, so I EDC the Fenix now and love it.
The Fenix pd36r is a “as is advertised light”. It doesn’t get the highest lumen output or candela rating, it just works.
I dropped mine several times. The worst drop was when I was cruisin on my motorcycle at 60mph and the light came out my back pocket. I went back and grabbed it off the freeway and the damn thing just keeps working!
Everyone complains about it not being tactical. I’ll challenge that and say JUST SET IT AND FORGET IT. You want 1600 lumens for almost 3hrs that does not STEP DOWN ? Go for that setting.
You want 800 lumens that will run almost 6 hours long?! This light does what it says… takes a lickin and keeps on tickin.
Your USB C silicone cover gone? Yep so is mine. I still charge it, run it under water to clean the light and it’s still ALL water tight !
I can’t say enough praises about this light Fenix set the bar even 3 years later.
Great video! Thanks for sharing! 👍🏻🇺🇸🍻
That's the information I was looking for, basing on your experience I go for the PD36R.
I own the pd36r and its the best flashlight out of all the ones I own as well.
@@jberts3141 with the new advent of a capable/ higher rated Mah battery (21700 5000mah) THIS light is perfectly ⚖️ balanced for maximized runtimes/ brightness.
I’ll take 1600 lumens at 3 hours/ 800 lumens at 6 hours.
Curious how the Baton 3 stacks up with its charging case..
I use flashlights a lot in construction I’m definitely gonna buy one of those Fenix can’t tell you how many flashlights I buy through the years and they only last for a year or two
You won't be disappointed at all Jim with the PD36R
Thanks for doing the review my friend keep it real
Perfect timing!!
I am actually in the market for a few new lights!! This will definitely help me in my decisions
Lights are definitely a very good thing 😎👍🏼
Roger that and I am happy if the video helped
Awesome review! Why did I waste time doing research on my own when I could have just watched this video! Appreciate it!
Hey Charlie, fellow flashlight junky here... Uncanny how similar our lists are! I’ve been leaning T2 for awhile but your review does help in my ‘on paper’ comparison with the Fenix. Luckily my job allows me the luxury of ‘needing’ good flashlights, lol! Thanks for doing this vid. Oh, and you haven’t been digging enough-clean fingernails....
I need that first flashlight for a back up flashlight for mine exploring.👍😎👍
There you go
Hey Charlie, your flashlights and other items are so nice and neatly displayed. Your reviews help. Thank you, Joyce. ARROW *🎱
Glad you like them!
Yeah just started getting a bit into tac lights and love rechargeable batteries . Had streamlight 2lx tac now waiting for my fenix PD 35 tac to arrive . At local store went in to get spare 18650 battery and saw the Nebo Torchy 2K . looks great with 2,000 lumens
My first compact led light was a nebo redline 200 lumen. The light was focusable/ aspheric lens, spot to flood. It lasted 2 months before the focus wheel started to malfunction.
Long story short? I would not go for nebo products. If you can, go for fenix products. You may have to pay a little more but it is well worth the long term investment.
Batton 3 for me I use it on my ball cap for hours each day and charging is never a problem
Awesome breakdown on your lights. Thanks for sharing, good luck, happy hunting and take care.
I got fenix pd36r and fenix pd40r v2 and I love them
It’s really an amazing flashlight (PD36r)
That's my favorite one too great light
Had 2 Felix flashlights and loved them, sorry I don’t remember what models they are because my wife misplaced 1 of them and the second one came in handy after we were hit by a tornado and we lost power. We were helping out neighbors and my wife put the flashlight down on the front of the car near where she was and with all the commotion someone came and stole it. This is why I’m looking to see what’s out there these days. I had the Feni. Flashlights with Olight batteries and they lasted forever. I’d like to go handsfree in situations like the one we had so I’m looking for 2 additional handheld lights and 1 that can be both maybe or a dedicated headlight. Appreciate the time it takes to make these videos, so thank you!
PD36R is all around the best choice for carry. The Fenix headlamps are all phenomenal and some are actually rechargeable. Anything Fenix is never a mistake. Got any questions just holler
@@MemphisMojo15s: thanks. I’ll look it up when I’m finished getting my butt kicked by Covid.
@@kore996 uh oh. Sorry
What about nitecore lights?...how good are they?
My dad has been using nitecore lights for years all he uses for work and he’s rough on them Fenix also can’t go wrong with either
Nitecore has some of the best lights for the money
I got Fenix PD36R and M2R for the same exact reasons. Although, I did not know that M2R was not that good for long time run. I bought it for the specs.
I always prioritize run time over lumens etc. As for me - the best flashlight is the one that can run the longest on a single charge in it's class. I have not seen ANY flashlight that runs longer than PD36R.
I also want to get LD30, but the only thing that stops me is the non-tail stand for that size of a flashlight.
Does the pd36r tailstand? I was listening to the video and missed that part LOL
@@woodworkerroyer8497 No, it doesn't tail stand, unfortunately. Apart from that, it's a great flashlight.
I wish the Fenix pd36r was tail standable but other than that I 💯 percent agree with you. I love mine and just set it and forget it.
I agree with everything . And I love flashlights too
Excellent review.
Can you please identify the battery charger you use for the 21700 battery for the Fenix PD36R and mentioned at 3:53?
Thanks!
Appreciate the quality of this video bro🤙🏼
A huge heavy flashlight with a huge heavy battery lasts a longer time than a smaller one with a smaller battery!?!?
Fascinating
I had the olight warrior mini 2 in limited edition copper. Loved it but the tail cap stop working within 2 weeks. I'm an electrician that need a light that has multiple setting and a magnetic tail cap.
I own all olights but I definitely need a fenix for my set now
I just bought the pd36r he wasn’t kidding this thing feels premium and works like a champ time will tell ..
I have become a bit of a Fenix Fanboy with mu E01, E12 and TK16 v2’s I think they are great well made torches.
I have the same flashlight and it's also my favorite.
Nice review! Great light!
I use my stream light stylus to check the dice before they go on the craps game at casino. Sometimes I wish I had something stronger but it works fine.
Just take the dive and get a pd36r! You won’t LOOK BACK I promise you. I mean look at all the lights this reviewer had.
I’ve had mine for 3 years and it’s gone through and back with me… the best led light I’ve had and I’ve had quite a few before it. Sunwayman, surfire, klarus, nebo, Olight, maglite.
This light beats them all. Not because it’s THE MOST POWERFUL, but because it’s the most balanced. 💯
Awesome review - your opinions about those flashlights were really helpful to me in deciding what I need.
I notice the Olight has the less aggressive bezel from the non-Pro Warrior? Early edition maybe. Thanks for the review, very en-lighting.
I love flashlights
Dude we have very similar taste. I really liked the Nitecore SRT 7 Revengerr because the ui was ahead of it’s time.I also use the Fenix PD36R as my work light in my semi truck.
Lots of good information, im subscribing
I didn’t even make it 5 minutes into the video before I went a bought one🤣
Great products bro. These flashlight are really expensive in my country Trinidad 🇹🇹
What is the bronze olight in the top right corner of the thumbnail
Great review on those lights! I agree I had olights but they get very hot quickly, sold them on eBay and yes my edc is a PD36R that I use for work almost everyday. My backup light is a surefire e1b backup, it’s pricey but gets the job done when I use it.
Two things. The Olight Warrior 3S is also extremely efficient, but the magnetic charging makes it effortless to keep full in case you get into an emergency situation.
I know this video is two years old. The PD36R is a fantastic flashlight. Still, I like the Olight Warrior 3S more. The UI is better. The magnetic charging is great. The output is more flat over time.
I just got a warrior 3s it’s great I really put it to the test in a flood definitely waterproof 😂
Thank you for an honest review. You don't know how many are paid make videos on the m2r claiming it has spill when it does not. I've even seen test videos that made it seem as if the m2r has greater spill then the pd36r. You have to try the fenix pd40r v2. After a bit of time I fell in love with the rotary switch.
I just don’t like that the tail switch is not recessed enough from accidental activation.
Have you done a cold test ?
What do you think about Nitecore MH12S? Perhaps you want to add a collection from the Nitecore flashlight
Nice collection
Thanks for the video. Very informative and beneficial.
Awesome video!
Thanks Jeff
@@NotThursday You're welcome. Please keep up the fantastic work!
Do you carry the pd36 r pro or the regular one now just curious? And if so which one you like better?
Great video, Charlie! Nice collection! With me, it's collecting flashlights, wrist watches and thermos'! (No counting countless guns and detectors. LOL) I also keep a hand crank generated light in my car at all times. Not a lot of brightness, but sufficient as an area light and never needs batteries and will always work when you need it. BTW, if you love headlamps, for my money, the Fenix HM65R is absolutely the best! Please check that one out! Thank you for a great review!
Nice Chuck !
I only recently bought a proper light now I can't be without it after getting bye with Keychain lights
Can I buy a flash light and get it with The Old Man of the Mountain, NH on it????? Because that would be so cool!!!!!
no table stand on the $130 Fenix?
Can you recommend 1200+ lumens white light flashlight ? Tired of yellow tinted lights
That battery life on the first one is amazing but for me, no magnet, no carry.
The Olight Seeker Pro 2 is an awesome light also ;)
Mine broke after 2 days :(
The best, most versatile EDC flashlight by far ; UI, reliability, versatility, output, fit/finish, PRICE, is the Lumintop Tool AA/14500. Anybody who is willing to pay the outrageous prices for an Olight should just go n spend abt $25 for the Lumintop Tool AA/14500 (660 lumens). N instead of ANY warrior, check out the Sofarin SC31 PRO (18650) . The Sofarin SC31 PRO blows away the warrior series. The customizability is unparalleled, much better UI than olight AND much less HEAT. The Fenix exposed tail cap, n less common battery are a deal breaker for Me. I'll keep my Klarus XT11GT (18650) as my duty light. I have true love for that flashlight, lol. The Klarus XT11GT n the Lumintop Tool AA/14500 have gotten me through 7 extended, complete power outages w no issues. Thats one if the best tests for a flashlight. Im sharing this info cuz there are great flashlights out there that check off all the things you want in your light w/o paying a bunch of $ simply for a huge name, then not really getting all that you want . When Fenix fixes the exposed tail cap design AND becomes more affordable, I will be one of the first to buy one. Your review makes me really like that flashlight. I like your review style. Glad your channel came up on my feed. Stay safe, Be Blessed.
I HAD (past tense) a Klarus 11GT. Had it 3 months before dropping it on the ground accidentally and the light flickered then went off. Tried as I might, I could NOT get that light to work again.
I lost respect for Klarus after that. I bought my first Fenix light, PD36R 3 years ago. The damn thing keeps going.
I’ve dropped it 5 times on concrete
I’ve ridden on my motorcycle with it in my back pocket at 65 mph on the highway…. Damn thing came out my back pocket (I will never carry it there again!!!) STILL WORKS.
exterior USB-C charge port cover got ripped off. The whole USB C port area is totally exposed. Still works and in FACT I wash it off weekly. DAMN LIGHT still works!
CONCLUSION: you can buy what you want to but I stand by fenixes products based off my experience with the Fenix PD36R.
It is a STOUT light and lasts forever in 1 charge. It is my first and LAST light I will use from now on 💯
Great review of your lights. I have the PD36R as well. Like it a lot, but the sudeswitch could be a little more pronounced and more pronounced, since it csn be hard to locate with gloves. But otherwise, a great light
Very helpful and honest reviews. I was looking for long run flashlight for trekking for 10days and there no electricity apart from my solar battery pack. I never had fenix brand before. I got only Olight s1r baton ii and it’s awesome little to go on my pockets. Now I need one bigger like pd36R for runtime. I’m still thinking to choose between PD36R and Olight Freyr since M2R pro is not going to last battery like you mention in video. Could you help me to do another review for Freyr and compare the battery runtime with PD36R or other exactly similar brand and range.
Many thanks again.
im thinking about buying Fenix TK16 V2.0 or Fenix PD36R (im going to hike in Austria)
Buy the Fenix pd36r. It will last the the longest. Just compare the runtime charts to each other.
That 1,600 lumens is enough trust me. I have both and the TK16 v2 runs out of battery much faster if you dick around with high or turbo mode.
The Fenix pd36r is a more efficiently balanced light.
Opinion on nitecore mh12s? Seems like a similar set up with a brighter turbo.
So the Fenix doesn’t overheat at all? Not even warm? I bought an ace beam 35 gen 2 and it gets pretty warm on the high beam
I wonder when they'll update it. They should figure out a way to make a rugged and more durable flap if they wanna keep that usb charging on the flashlight
It works (water sealed) without rubber silicone cover present. I even wash my pd36r without it and haven’t had any problems. Hell I bet I could crunch the usb c port tab and I could still charge the included 21700 5000mah battery on my home charger.
Thanks for the review. Battery life, brightness and not overheating are key selling points for me. Could be a little brighter because I camp and hike a lot. Do you have any suggestions for a flashlight similar to this one but 3,000 plus lumens?
The pd35 tac is 3,000 lumens.
Overall You’ll get shorter runtimes the more lumens the light outputs. That IS why the Fenix PD36R is the middle ground performer but outputting the longest USABLE runtimes.
Recently I bought the new acclaimed Fenix TK16 V2 at 3,100 lumens and don’t get me wrong… that light beam @t 3K lumens is impressive! BUT… it drains the livin snot out of the 21700 5,000mah battery too fast. It’s better than a maxed out 3,500mah 18660 but it still stands to reason that higher lumen output is not near as efficient as the lower lumen output PD36R.
I carry this light everywhere with me. It is balanced for high output without sacrificing longer runtimes. ⚖️💯🔑👏🏼
SR2II for EDC needs and Seeker 2 Pro meet anything else.
Nice light Charlie you have to be best seller 👍
Do you have a video about how you carry flashlights? I have notice your "sleeve" in video's. How did you make this or did you ordered somewhere?
Thank you!
Vs the pd36r pro?
Awesome video, I love your stuff! I was going to mention the Warrior Mini because I bet it could replace the I2R and M2R except it’s not as warm of a white. The size is also right on the border of being too big for EDC for me, I wish they had a deep carry pocket clip. There are some things I would change about the UI, but the size, interface, and moonlight mode makes the Warrior Mini rise above the LD30 for my EDC. I love my PD25 too though!
I agree on the battery life! I've got three Fenix pocket size lights, and by far the PD36R is my regular carry. I've had it for three years and have charged it three times! Now I don't use it everyday, but it's always ready to go. Was saving to get the TK76R which seems to be discontinued now - HELLO LR50R!
What would be a nice belt case for the pd36r? Preferably leather and one you can close with a snap. I know as good a flashlight the pd36r is, the case it comes with is pretty poorly designed.
That’s the only negative I see with this light