Olight Odin vs Olight PL-X size comparison
The Olight PL-X is 73.5 mm (2.89 in) shorter than the Olight Odin, and 3 mm wider at its widest point.
The Olight PL-X is 73.5 mm (2.89 in) shorter than the Olight Odin, and 3 mm wider at its widest point.
Dimensions
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| Length | 136.5 mm (5.37 in) | 63 mm (2.48 in)−73.5 mm |
| Head / width | 29 mm (1.14 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)+3 mm |
| Body | 26.6 mm (1.05 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 30 mm (1.18 in) |
| Weight | 216 g with battery | — |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | 2,000 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 300 m | 300 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $159.95 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $149.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | olight.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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Odin vs PL-X: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight PL-X is the shorter light: 63 mm (2.48 in) against 136.5 mm (5.37 in), a difference of 73.5 mm (54%). At its widest point the Olight Odin is 3 mm slimmer (29 vs 32 mm).
Brightness and throw
The Olight Odin is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Olight PL-X, 67% more. Rated throw is the same, 300 m.
Battery
The Olight Odin runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Olight PL-X runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Olight Odin lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight Odin was $159.95 at olight.com and the Olight PL-X $149.99 at olight.com, so the Olight PL-X cost $9.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are weapon lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Olight Odin if you want a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower), more output (2,000 lm vs 1,200 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight PL-X if you want a shorter light (73.5 mm shorter) 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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Odin vs PL-X FAQ
Which is smaller, the Olight Odin or the Olight PL-X?
The Olight PL-X is the shorter light: 63 mm (2.48 in) against 136.5 mm (5.37 in), a difference of 73.5 mm (54%). At its widest point the Olight Odin is 3 mm slimmer (29 vs 32 mm).
Which is brighter, the Olight Odin or the Olight PL-X?
The Olight Odin is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Olight PL-X, 67% more. Rated throw is the same, 300 m.
Which is cheaper, the Olight Odin or the Olight PL-X?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight Odin was $159.95 at olight.com and the Olight PL-X $149.99 at olight.com, so the Olight PL-X cost $9.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Olight Odin and Olight PL-X use the same battery?
The Olight Odin runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Olight PL-X runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Olight Odin lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Olight Odin: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $159.95 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight PL-X: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer); manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $149.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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