Fenix GL22 vs Olight Baldr S size comparison
The Olight Baldr S is 4 mm (0.16 in) shorter than the Fenix GL22, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Olight Baldr S is 4 mm (0.16 in) shorter than the Fenix GL22, and 6 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix GL22 Check price ↗ | Olight Baldr S Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 67 mm (2.64 in) | 63 mm (2.48 in)−4 mm |
| Height | 42 mm (1.65 in) | 36 mm (1.42 in)−6 mm |
| Thickness | 31 mm (1.22 in) | 32.5 mm (1.28 in)+1.5 mm |
| Weight | 94 g with battery | 95 g listed |
| Battery | 16340 | Built-in |
| Max output | 750 lm | 800 lm |
| Throw | 180 m | 130 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $129.95 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | olight.com sourced Listed head 32.5 mm, body 36 mm |
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GL22 vs Baldr S: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight Baldr S is the shorter light: 63 mm (2.48 in) against 67 mm (2.64 in), a difference of 4 mm (6%). At its widest point the Olight Baldr S is 6 mm slimmer (36 vs 42 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix GL22: 94 g with battery; Olight Baldr S: 95 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Olight Baldr S is rated brighter: 800 lm maximum vs 750 lm for the Fenix GL22, 7% more. For beam distance the Fenix GL22 reaches further: 180 m vs 130 m rated throw (38% more).
Battery
The Fenix GL22 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Olight Baldr S runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix GL22 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL22 was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight Baldr S $129.95 at olight.com, so the Fenix GL22 cost $10.00 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 GL22 if you want longer throw (180 m vs 130 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight Baldr S if you want a shorter light (4 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (6 mm narrower) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix GL22 Check price ↗ Olight Baldr S
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GL22 vs Baldr S FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix GL22 or the Olight Baldr S?
The Olight Baldr S is the shorter light: 63 mm (2.48 in) against 67 mm (2.64 in), a difference of 4 mm (6%). At its widest point the Olight Baldr S is 6 mm slimmer (36 vs 42 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix GL22: 94 g with battery; Olight Baldr S: 95 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix GL22 or the Olight Baldr S?
The Olight Baldr S is rated brighter: 800 lm maximum vs 750 lm for the Fenix GL22, 7% more. For beam distance the Fenix GL22 reaches further: 180 m vs 130 m rated throw (38% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix GL22 or the Olight Baldr S?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL22 was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight Baldr S $129.95 at olight.com, so the Fenix GL22 cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix GL22 and Olight Baldr S use the same battery?
The Fenix GL22 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Olight Baldr S runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix GL22 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix GL22: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $119.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight Baldr S: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $129.95 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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