Fenix GL06 vs Olight PL-Mini 2 size comparison
The Olight PL-Mini 2 is 8.5 mm (0.33 in) shorter than the Fenix GL06, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Olight PL-Mini 2 is 8.5 mm (0.33 in) shorter than the Fenix GL06, and 0.5 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix GL06 Check price ↗ | Olight PL-Mini 2 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 61 mm (2.40 in) | 52.5 mm (2.07 in)−8.5 mm |
| Height | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 32.5 mm (1.28 in)+0.5 mm |
| Thickness | 28 mm (1.10 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)+4 mm |
| Weight | 69.1 g with battery | 73 g listed |
| Battery | 16340 | Built-in |
| Max output | 600 lm | 600 lm |
| Throw | 140 m | 100 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $84.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $79.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | olight.com sourced |
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GL06 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 61 mm (2.40 in), a difference of 8.5 mm (14%). At its widest point the Fenix GL06 is 0.5 mm slimmer (32 vs 32.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix GL06: 69.1 g with battery; Olight PL-Mini 2: 73 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
Both are rated at 600 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix GL06 reaches further: 140 m vs 100 m rated throw (40% more).
Battery
The Fenix GL06 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Olight PL-Mini 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix GL06 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL06 was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight PL-Mini 2 $79.99 at olight.com, so the Olight PL-Mini 2 cost $4.96 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 Fenix GL06 if you want longer throw (140 m vs 100 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight PL-Mini 2 if you want a shorter light (8.5 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.
Check price ↗ Fenix GL06 Check price ↗ Olight PL-Mini 2
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GL06 vs PL-Mini 2 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix GL06 or the Olight PL-Mini 2?
The Olight PL-Mini 2 is the shorter light: 52.5 mm (2.07 in) against 61 mm (2.40 in), a difference of 8.5 mm (14%). At its widest point the Fenix GL06 is 0.5 mm slimmer (32 vs 32.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix GL06: 69.1 g with battery; Olight PL-Mini 2: 73 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix GL06 or the Olight PL-Mini 2?
Both are rated at 600 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix GL06 reaches further: 140 m vs 100 m rated throw (40% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix GL06 or the Olight PL-Mini 2?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL06 was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight PL-Mini 2 $79.99 at olight.com, so the Olight PL-Mini 2 cost $4.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix GL06 and Olight PL-Mini 2 use the same battery?
The Fenix GL06 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Olight PL-Mini 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix GL06 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix GL06: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $84.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight PL-Mini 2: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $79.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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