Fenix GL19R V2.0 vs Fenix GL23R size comparison
The Fenix GL23R is 7 mm (0.28 in) shorter than the Fenix GL19R V2.0, and 11 mm wider at its widest point. It is 1 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix GL23R is 7 mm (0.28 in) shorter than the Fenix GL19R V2.0, and 11 mm wider at its widest point. It is 1 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix GL19R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Fenix GL23R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 94 mm (3.70 in) | 87 mm (3.43 in)−7 mm |
| Height | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 43 mm (1.69 in)+11 mm |
| Thickness | 31 mm (1.22 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)−1 mm |
| Weight | 119 g with battery | 120 g with battery+1 g |
| Battery | 18350 | 18350 |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 420 m | 240 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $139.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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GL19R V2.0 vs GL23R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix GL23R is the shorter light: 87 mm (3.43 in) against 94 mm (3.70 in), a difference of 7 mm (7%). At its widest point the Fenix GL19R V2.0 is 11 mm slimmer (32 vs 43 mm). The Fenix GL19R V2.0 is 1 g lighter (119 g vs 120 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
Both are rated at 1,200 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix GL19R V2.0 reaches further: 420 m vs 240 m rated throw (75% more).
Battery
Both run on a removable 18350 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL19R V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix GL23R $139.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix GL19R V2.0 cost $40.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are weapon lights in our catalog with a weapon body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix GL19R V2.0 if you want a slimmer profile (11 mm narrower) and longer throw (420 m vs 240 m). Choose the Fenix GL23R if you want a shorter light (7 mm shorter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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GL19R V2.0 vs GL23R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix GL19R V2.0 or the Fenix GL23R?
The Fenix GL23R is the shorter light: 87 mm (3.43 in) against 94 mm (3.70 in), a difference of 7 mm (7%). At its widest point the Fenix GL19R V2.0 is 11 mm slimmer (32 vs 43 mm). The Fenix GL19R V2.0 is 1 g lighter (119 g vs 120 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix GL19R V2.0 or the Fenix GL23R?
Both are rated at 1,200 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix GL19R V2.0 reaches further: 420 m vs 240 m rated throw (75% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix GL19R V2.0 or the Fenix GL23R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL19R V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix GL23R $139.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix GL19R V2.0 cost $40.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix GL19R V2.0 and Fenix GL23R use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 18350 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix GL19R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix GL23R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $139.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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