Olight Baldr S vs Olight PL-Mini 2 size comparison
The Olight PL-Mini 2 is 10.5 mm (0.41 in) shorter than the Olight Baldr S, and 3.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Olight PL-Mini 2 is 10.5 mm (0.41 in) shorter than the Olight Baldr S, and 3.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Olight Baldr S Check price ↗ | Olight PL-Mini 2 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 63 mm (2.48 in) | 52.5 mm (2.07 in)−10.5 mm |
| Height | 36 mm (1.42 in) | 32.5 mm (1.28 in)−3.5 mm |
| Thickness | 32.5 mm (1.28 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)−0.5 mm |
| Weight | 95 g listed | 73 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 800 lm | 600 lm |
| Throw | 130 m | 100 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $129.95 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $79.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | olight.com sourced Listed head 32.5 mm, body 36 mm | olight.com sourced |
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Baldr S vs PL-Mini 2: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight PL-Mini 2 is the shorter light: 52.5 mm (2.07 in) against 63 mm (2.48 in), a difference of 10.5 mm (17%). At its widest point the Olight PL-Mini 2 is 3.5 mm slimmer (32.5 vs 36 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Olight Baldr S: 95 g listed; Olight PL-Mini 2: 73 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Olight Baldr S is rated brighter: 800 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Olight PL-Mini 2, 33% more. For beam distance the Olight Baldr S reaches further: 130 m vs 100 m rated throw (30% more).
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight Baldr S was $129.95 at olight.com and the Olight PL-Mini 2 $79.99 at olight.com, so the Olight PL-Mini 2 cost $49.96 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 Olight Baldr S if you want more output (800 lm vs 600 lm) and longer throw (130 m vs 100 m). Choose the Olight PL-Mini 2 if you want a shorter light (10.5 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (3.5 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Olight Baldr S Check price ↗ Olight PL-Mini 2
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Baldr S vs PL-Mini 2 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Olight Baldr S or the Olight PL-Mini 2?
The Olight PL-Mini 2 is the shorter light: 52.5 mm (2.07 in) against 63 mm (2.48 in), a difference of 10.5 mm (17%). At its widest point the Olight PL-Mini 2 is 3.5 mm slimmer (32.5 vs 36 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Olight Baldr S: 95 g listed; Olight PL-Mini 2: 73 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Olight Baldr S or the Olight PL-Mini 2?
The Olight Baldr S is rated brighter: 800 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Olight PL-Mini 2, 33% more. For beam distance the Olight Baldr S reaches further: 130 m vs 100 m rated throw (30% more).
Which is cheaper, the Olight Baldr S or the Olight PL-Mini 2?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight Baldr S was $129.95 at olight.com and the Olight PL-Mini 2 $79.99 at olight.com, so the Olight PL-Mini 2 cost $49.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Olight Baldr S and Olight PL-Mini 2 use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Olight Baldr S: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $129.95 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight PL-Mini 2: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $79.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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