Fenix PD26R ACE vs ThruNite T1 Pro size comparison
The ThruNite T1 Pro is 3 mm (0.12 in) shorter than the Fenix PD26R ACE, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite T1 Pro is 3 mm (0.12 in) shorter than the Fenix PD26R ACE, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD26R ACE Check price ↗ | ThruNite T1 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 106 mm (4.17 in) | 103 mm (4.06 in)−3 mm |
| Head / width | 26.6 mm (1.05 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)+0.4 mm |
| Body | 24.6 mm (0.97 in) | 23 mm (0.91 in)−1.6 mm |
| Weight | 102.3 g with battery | 54 g listed |
| Battery | 18350 | 18650 |
| Max output | 1,300 lm | 1,920 lm |
| Throw | 354 m | 196 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | from $62.96 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | not verified yet |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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PD26R ACE vs T1 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite T1 Pro is the shorter light: 103 mm (4.06 in) against 106 mm (4.17 in), a difference of 3 mm (3%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.6 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD26R ACE: 102.3 g with battery; ThruNite T1 Pro: 54 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite T1 Pro is rated brighter: 1,920 lm maximum vs 1,300 lm for the Fenix PD26R ACE, 48% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD26R ACE reaches further: 354 m vs 196 m rated throw (81% more).
Battery
The Fenix PD26R ACE runs on a removable 18350 battery; the ThruNite T1 Pro runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 18350 cell is about 18 × 35 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix PD26R ACE if you want longer throw (354 m vs 196 m). Choose the ThruNite T1 Pro if you want a shorter light (3 mm shorter) and more output (1,920 lm vs 1,300 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD26R ACE vs T1 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD26R ACE or the ThruNite T1 Pro?
The ThruNite T1 Pro is the shorter light: 103 mm (4.06 in) against 106 mm (4.17 in), a difference of 3 mm (3%). At their widest points they are about the same (26.6 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD26R ACE: 102.3 g with battery; ThruNite T1 Pro: 54 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD26R ACE or the ThruNite T1 Pro?
The ThruNite T1 Pro is rated brighter: 1,920 lm maximum vs 1,300 lm for the Fenix PD26R ACE, 48% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD26R ACE reaches further: 354 m vs 196 m rated throw (81% more).
Do the Fenix PD26R ACE and ThruNite T1 Pro use the same battery?
The Fenix PD26R ACE runs on a removable 18350 battery; the ThruNite T1 Pro runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 18350 cell is about 18 × 35 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix PD26R ACE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price from $62.96 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite T1 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. No verified price yet.
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