Fenix GL06 vs Olight PL-X size comparison
The Olight PL-X is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Fenix GL06, with about the same max diameter/width.
The Olight PL-X is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Fenix GL06, with about the same max diameter/width.
Dimensions
| Fenix GL06 Check price ↗ | Olight PL-X Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 61 mm (2.40 in) | 63 mm (2.48 in)+2 mm |
| Height | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)same |
| Thickness | 28 mm (1.10 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)+2 mm |
| Weight | 69.1 g with battery | — |
| Battery | 16340 | Built-in |
| Max output | 600 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 140 m | 300 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $84.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $149.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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GL06 vs PL-X: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix GL06 is the shorter light: 61 mm (2.40 in) against 63 mm (2.48 in), a difference of 2 mm (3%). At their widest points they are about the same (32 vs 32 mm).
Brightness and throw
The Olight PL-X is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Fenix GL06, 100% more. For beam distance the Olight PL-X reaches further: 300 m vs 140 m rated throw (114% more).
Battery
The Fenix GL06 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Olight PL-X 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-X $149.99 at olight.com, so the Fenix GL06 cost $65.04 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 a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight PL-X if you want more output (1,200 lm vs 600 lm), longer throw (300 m vs 140 m) 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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GL06 vs PL-X FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix GL06 or the Olight PL-X?
The Fenix GL06 is the shorter light: 61 mm (2.40 in) against 63 mm (2.48 in), a difference of 2 mm (3%). At their widest points they are about the same (32 vs 32 mm).
Which is brighter, the Fenix GL06 or the Olight PL-X?
The Olight PL-X is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Fenix GL06, 100% more. For beam distance the Olight PL-X reaches further: 300 m vs 140 m rated throw (114% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix GL06 or the Olight PL-X?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL06 was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight PL-X $149.99 at olight.com, so the Fenix GL06 cost $65.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix GL06 and Olight PL-X use the same battery?
The Fenix GL06 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Olight PL-X 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). Price $84.95 from fenixlighting.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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