Fenix GL23R vs Olight Baldr Pro R size comparison
The Olight Baldr Pro R is 8 mm (0.31 in) longer than the Fenix GL23R, and 8.9 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 6 g heavier (with battery).
The Olight Baldr Pro R is 8 mm (0.31 in) longer than the Fenix GL23R, and 8.9 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 6 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix GL23R Check price ↗ | Olight Baldr Pro R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 87 mm (3.43 in) | 95 mm (3.74 in)+8 mm |
| Height | 43 mm (1.69 in) | 34.1 mm (1.34 in)−8.9 mm |
| Thickness | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 36.6 mm (1.44 in)+6.6 mm |
| Weight | 120 g with battery | 126 g with battery+6 g |
| Battery | 18350 | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 1,350 lm |
| Throw | 240 m | 200 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $139.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $169.95 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | olight.com sourced |
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GL23R vs Baldr Pro R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix GL23R is the shorter light: 87 mm (3.43 in) against 95 mm (3.74 in), a difference of 8 mm (8%). At its widest point the Olight Baldr Pro R is 8.9 mm slimmer (34.1 vs 43 mm). The Fenix GL23R is 6 g lighter (120 g vs 126 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Olight Baldr Pro R is rated brighter: 1,350 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Fenix GL23R, 13% more. For beam distance the Fenix GL23R reaches further: 240 m vs 200 m rated throw (20% more).
Battery
The Fenix GL23R runs on a removable 18350 battery; the Olight Baldr Pro R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix GL23R lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL23R was $139.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight Baldr Pro R $169.95 at olight.com, so the Fenix GL23R cost $30.00 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 GL23R if you want a shorter light (8 mm shorter), longer throw (240 m vs 200 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight Baldr Pro R if you want a slimmer profile (8.9 mm narrower), more output (1,350 lm vs 1,200 lm) 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.
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GL23R vs Baldr Pro R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix GL23R or the Olight Baldr Pro R?
The Fenix GL23R is the shorter light: 87 mm (3.43 in) against 95 mm (3.74 in), a difference of 8 mm (8%). At its widest point the Olight Baldr Pro R is 8.9 mm slimmer (34.1 vs 43 mm). The Fenix GL23R is 6 g lighter (120 g vs 126 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix GL23R or the Olight Baldr Pro R?
The Olight Baldr Pro R is rated brighter: 1,350 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Fenix GL23R, 13% more. For beam distance the Fenix GL23R reaches further: 240 m vs 200 m rated throw (20% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix GL23R or the Olight Baldr Pro R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL23R was $139.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight Baldr Pro R $169.95 at olight.com, so the Fenix GL23R cost $30.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix GL23R and Olight Baldr Pro R use the same battery?
The Fenix GL23R runs on a removable 18350 battery; the Olight Baldr Pro R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix GL23R lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix GL23R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $139.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight Baldr Pro R: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $169.95 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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