Fenix PD36R PRO vs Nitecore P23i size comparison
The Nitecore P23i is 1.8 mm (0.07 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R PRO, and 4.5 mm wider at its widest point.
The Nitecore P23i is 1.8 mm (0.07 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R PRO, and 4.5 mm wider at its widest point.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36R PRO Check price ↗ | Nitecore P23i Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 145.8 mm (5.74 in) | 144 mm (5.67 in)−1.8 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 31 mm (1.22 in)+4.5 mm |
| Body | 25.7 mm (1.01 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−0.7 mm |
| Weight | 169 g with battery | — |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 2,800 lm | 3,000 lm |
| Throw | 380 m | 470 m |
| Type | EDC | Tactical |
| Price | $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer weight (297 g) looks inconsistent with this size; omitted until confirmed |
We may earn a commission from these links, at no cost to you. Rankings are never paid for. Disclosure
PD36R PRO vs P23i: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore P23i is the shorter light: 144 mm (5.67 in) against 145.8 mm (5.74 in), a difference of 1.8 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36R PRO is 4.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 31 mm).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore P23i is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 2,800 lm for the Fenix PD36R PRO, 7% more. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 380 m rated throw (24% 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 PRO was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore P23i cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
The Fenix PD36R PRO is listed as edc and the Nitecore P23i as tactical, so they suit different jobs.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix PD36R PRO if you want a slimmer profile (4.5 mm narrower). Choose the Nitecore P23i if you want longer throw (470 m vs 380 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix PD36R PRO Check price ↗ Nitecore P23i
We may earn a commission from these links, at no cost to you. Rankings are never paid for. Disclosure
PD36R PRO vs P23i FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36R PRO or the Nitecore P23i?
The Nitecore P23i is the shorter light: 144 mm (5.67 in) against 145.8 mm (5.74 in), a difference of 1.8 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36R PRO is 4.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 31 mm).
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36R PRO or the Nitecore P23i?
The Nitecore P23i is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 2,800 lm for the Fenix PD36R PRO, 7% more. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 380 m rated throw (24% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36R PRO or the Nitecore P23i?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36R PRO was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore P23i cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36R PRO and Nitecore P23i use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Compare Fenix PD36R PRO with similar lights
Compare Nitecore P23i with similar lights
More
Sources
- Fenix PD36R PRO: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $119.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore P23i: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $99.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
Found an error? Email contact@flashlighthero.com and we will fix it.