Olight PL-Mini 2 vs Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X size comparison
The Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is 21.5 mm (0.85 in) longer than the Olight PL-Mini 2, and 5.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is 21.5 mm (0.85 in) longer than the Olight PL-Mini 2, and 5.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Olight PL-Mini 2 Check price ↗ | Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 52.5 mm (2.07 in) | 74 mm (2.91 in)+21.5 mm |
| Height | 32.5 mm (1.28 in) | 38 mm (1.50 in)+5.5 mm |
| Thickness | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)−2 mm |
| Weight | 73 g listed | 89 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | SL-B9 pack |
| Max output | 600 lm | 1,000 lm |
| Throw | 100 m | 297 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $79.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $319.55 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | olight.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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PL-Mini 2 vs TLR-8 HL-X: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight PL-Mini 2 is the shorter light: 52.5 mm (2.07 in) against 74 mm (2.91 in), a difference of 21.5 mm (29%). At its widest point the Olight PL-Mini 2 is 5.5 mm slimmer (32.5 vs 38 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Olight PL-Mini 2: 73 g listed; Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X: 89 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Olight PL-Mini 2, 67% more. For beam distance the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X reaches further: 297 m vs 100 m rated throw (197% more).
Battery
The Olight PL-Mini 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X runs on its own battery (SL-B9 pack).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight PL-Mini 2 was $79.99 at olight.com and the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X from $319.55 at batteryjunction.com, so the Olight PL-Mini 2 cost $239.56 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 PL-Mini 2 if you want a shorter light (21.5 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (5.5 mm narrower). Choose the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X if you want more output (1,000 lm vs 600 lm) and longer throw (297 m vs 100 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Olight PL-Mini 2 Check price ↗ Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X
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PL-Mini 2 vs TLR-8 HL-X FAQ
Which is smaller, the Olight PL-Mini 2 or the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X?
The Olight PL-Mini 2 is the shorter light: 52.5 mm (2.07 in) against 74 mm (2.91 in), a difference of 21.5 mm (29%). At its widest point the Olight PL-Mini 2 is 5.5 mm slimmer (32.5 vs 38 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Olight PL-Mini 2: 73 g listed; Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X: 89 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Olight PL-Mini 2 or the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X?
The Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Olight PL-Mini 2, 67% more. For beam distance the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X reaches further: 297 m vs 100 m rated throw (197% more).
Which is cheaper, the Olight PL-Mini 2 or the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight PL-Mini 2 was $79.99 at olight.com and the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X from $319.55 at batteryjunction.com, so the Olight PL-Mini 2 cost $239.56 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Olight PL-Mini 2 and Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X use the same battery?
The Olight PL-Mini 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X runs on its own battery (SL-B9 pack).
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Sources
- Olight PL-Mini 2: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $79.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Streamlight TLR-8 HL-X: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price from $319.55 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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