Fenix PD36R V2.0 vs Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB size comparison
The Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB is 0.7 mm (0.03 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R V2.0, and 1.1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB is 0.7 mm (0.03 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R V2.0, and 1.1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 140.7 mm (5.54 in) | 140 mm (5.51 in)−0.7 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 25.4 mm (1.00 in)−1.1 mm |
| Body | 25.5 mm (1.00 in) | 23.5 mm (0.93 in)−2 mm |
| Weight | 167 g with battery | 89 g without battery |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 / 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 1,700 lm | 1,000 lm |
| Throw | 396 m | 266 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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PD36R V2.0 vs UC35 V2.0 USB: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB is the shorter light: 140 mm (5.51 in) against 140.7 mm (5.54 in), a difference of 0.7 mm (0%). At its widest point the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB is 1.1 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 26.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36R V2.0: 167 g with battery; Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB: 89 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,700 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB, 70% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD36R V2.0 reaches further: 396 m vs 266 m rated throw (49% more).
Battery
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. 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 V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB cost $10.00 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 V2.0 if you want more output (1,700 lm vs 1,000 lm) and longer throw (396 m vs 266 m). On the specs we track, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD36R V2.0 vs UC35 V2.0 USB FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 or the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB?
The Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB is the shorter light: 140 mm (5.51 in) against 140.7 mm (5.54 in), a difference of 0.7 mm (0%). At its widest point the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB is 1.1 mm slimmer (25.4 vs 26.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD36R V2.0: 167 g with battery; Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB: 89 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 or the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB?
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,700 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB, 70% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD36R V2.0 reaches further: 396 m vs 266 m rated throw (49% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 or the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36R V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36R V2.0 and Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB use the same battery?
The Fenix PD36R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. 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 V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix UC35 V2.0 USB: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $89.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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