Fenix GL07 vs Fenix GL23R size comparison
The Fenix GL23R is 20.7 mm (0.81 in) longer than the Fenix GL07, and 11.4 mm wider at its widest point. It is 46 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix GL23R is 20.7 mm (0.81 in) longer than the Fenix GL07, and 11.4 mm wider at its widest point. It is 46 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
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| Length | 66.3 mm (2.61 in) | 87 mm (3.43 in)+20.7 mm |
| Height | 31.6 mm (1.24 in) | 43 mm (1.69 in)+11.4 mm |
| Thickness | 28.2 mm (1.11 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)+1.8 mm |
| Weight | 74 g with battery | 120 g with battery+46 g |
| Battery | 16340 | 18350 |
| Max output | 700 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 240 m | 240 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $139.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced |
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GL07 vs GL23R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix GL07 is the shorter light: 66.3 mm (2.61 in) against 87 mm (3.43 in), a difference of 20.7 mm (24%). At its widest point the Fenix GL07 is 11.4 mm slimmer (31.6 vs 43 mm). The Fenix GL07 is 46 g lighter (74 g vs 120 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix GL23R is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 700 lm for the Fenix GL07, 71% more. Rated throw is the same, 240 m.
Battery
The Fenix GL07 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Fenix GL23R runs on a removable 18350 battery. For scale, a 16340 cell is about 16 × 34 mm and a 18350 about 18 × 35 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL07 was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix GL23R $139.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix GL07 cost $50.00 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 GL07 if you want a shorter light (20.7 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (11.4 mm narrower) and less weight (46 g lighter). Choose the Fenix GL23R if you want more output (1,200 lm vs 700 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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GL07 vs GL23R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix GL07 or the Fenix GL23R?
The Fenix GL07 is the shorter light: 66.3 mm (2.61 in) against 87 mm (3.43 in), a difference of 20.7 mm (24%). At its widest point the Fenix GL07 is 11.4 mm slimmer (31.6 vs 43 mm). The Fenix GL07 is 46 g lighter (74 g vs 120 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix GL07 or the Fenix GL23R?
The Fenix GL23R is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 700 lm for the Fenix GL07, 71% more. Rated throw is the same, 240 m.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix GL07 or the Fenix GL23R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL07 was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix GL23R $139.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix GL07 cost $50.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix GL07 and Fenix GL23R use the same battery?
The Fenix GL07 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Fenix GL23R runs on a removable 18350 battery. For scale, a 16340 cell is about 16 × 34 mm and a 18350 about 18 × 35 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix GL07: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $89.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix GL23R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $139.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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