Fenix PD36R ACE vs Sofirn SC33 size comparison
The Sofirn SC33 is 15 mm (0.59 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R ACE, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn SC33 is 15 mm (0.59 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R ACE, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36R ACE Check price ↗ | Sofirn SC33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 146 mm (5.75 in) | 131 mm (5.16 in)−15 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)+2 mm |
| Body | 26 mm (1.02 in) | — |
| Weight | 181.6 g with battery | 110 g without battery |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 5,200 lm |
| Throw | 415 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $109.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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PD36R ACE vs SC33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 15 mm (10%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36R ACE is 2 mm slimmer (30 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36R ACE: 181.6 g with battery; Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Fenix PD36R ACE, 73% 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 ACE was $109.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $67.96 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 ACE if you want a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower). Choose the Sofirn SC33 if you want a shorter light (15 mm shorter) and more output (5,200 lm vs 3,000 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix PD36R ACE Check price ↗ Sofirn SC33
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PD36R ACE vs SC33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36R ACE or the Sofirn SC33?
The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 15 mm (10%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36R ACE is 2 mm slimmer (30 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36R ACE: 181.6 g with battery; Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36R ACE or the Sofirn SC33?
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Fenix PD36R ACE, 73% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36R ACE or the Sofirn SC33?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36R ACE was $109.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $67.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36R ACE and Sofirn SC33 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 ACE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $109.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Sofirn SC33: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price from $41.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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