Fenix PD36R ACE vs SureFire EDC2-DFT size comparison
The SureFire EDC2-DFT is 4 mm (0.16 in) longer than the Fenix PD36R ACE, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The SureFire EDC2-DFT is 4 mm (0.16 in) longer than the Fenix PD36R ACE, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36R ACE Check price ↗ | SureFire EDC2-DFT Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 146 mm (5.75 in) | 150 mm (5.91 in)+4 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 | 159 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 700 lm |
| Throw | 415 m | 632 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $109.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $287.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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PD36R ACE vs EDC2-DFT: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix PD36R ACE is the shorter light: 146 mm (5.75 in) against 150 mm (5.91 in), a difference of 4 mm (3%). 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; SureFire EDC2-DFT: 159 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix PD36R ACE is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 700 lm for the SureFire EDC2-DFT, 329% more. For beam distance the SureFire EDC2-DFT reaches further: 632 m vs 415 m rated throw (52% more).
Battery
The Fenix PD36R ACE runs on a removable 21700 battery; the SureFire EDC2-DFT 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 ACE was $109.95 at fenixlighting.com and the SureFire EDC2-DFT from $287.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix PD36R ACE cost $177.05 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 shorter light (4 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower) and more output (3,000 lm vs 700 lm). Choose the SureFire EDC2-DFT if you want longer throw (632 m vs 415 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD36R ACE vs EDC2-DFT FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36R ACE or the SureFire EDC2-DFT?
The Fenix PD36R ACE is the shorter light: 146 mm (5.75 in) against 150 mm (5.91 in), a difference of 4 mm (3%). 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; SureFire EDC2-DFT: 159 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36R ACE or the SureFire EDC2-DFT?
The Fenix PD36R ACE is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 700 lm for the SureFire EDC2-DFT, 329% more. For beam distance the SureFire EDC2-DFT reaches further: 632 m vs 415 m rated throw (52% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36R ACE or the SureFire EDC2-DFT?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36R ACE was $109.95 at fenixlighting.com and the SureFire EDC2-DFT from $287.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix PD36R ACE cost $177.05 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36R ACE and SureFire EDC2-DFT use the same battery?
The Fenix PD36R ACE runs on a removable 21700 battery; the SureFire EDC2-DFT 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 ACE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $109.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- SureFire EDC2-DFT: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price from $287.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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