Fenix PD45R ACE vs Olight Warrior 3S size comparison
The Olight Warrior 3S is 18.7 mm (0.74 in) shorter than the Fenix PD45R ACE, and 0.5 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 25 g lighter (with battery).
The Olight Warrior 3S is 18.7 mm (0.74 in) shorter than the Fenix PD45R ACE, and 0.5 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 25 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix PD45R ACE Check price ↗ | Olight Warrior 3S Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 157.7 mm (6.21 in) | 139 mm (5.47 in)−18.7 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 29.5 mm (1.16 in)−0.5 mm |
| Body | 25.9 mm (1.02 in) | 29.5 mm (1.16 in)+3.6 mm |
| Weight | 200.5 g with battery | 176 g with battery−25 g |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,200 lm | 2,300 lm |
| Throw | 410 m | 300 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $129.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $119.95 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 30 mm wide x 25.9 mm high | olight.com sourced Only body diameter listed |
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PD45R ACE vs Warrior 3S: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight Warrior 3S is the shorter light: 139 mm (5.47 in) against 157.7 mm (6.21 in), a difference of 18.7 mm (12%). At its widest point the Olight Warrior 3S is 0.5 mm slimmer (29.5 vs 30 mm). The Olight Warrior 3S is 25 g lighter (176 g vs 200.5 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix PD45R ACE is rated brighter: 3,200 lm maximum vs 2,300 lm for the Olight Warrior 3S, 39% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD45R ACE reaches further: 410 m vs 300 m rated throw (37% more).
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD45R ACE was $129.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight Warrior 3S $119.95 at olight.com, so the Olight Warrior 3S cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix PD45R ACE if you want more output (3,200 lm vs 2,300 lm) and longer throw (410 m vs 300 m). Choose the Olight Warrior 3S if you want a shorter light (18.7 mm shorter) and less weight (25 g lighter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD45R ACE vs Warrior 3S FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD45R ACE or the Olight Warrior 3S?
The Olight Warrior 3S is the shorter light: 139 mm (5.47 in) against 157.7 mm (6.21 in), a difference of 18.7 mm (12%). At its widest point the Olight Warrior 3S is 0.5 mm slimmer (29.5 vs 30 mm). The Olight Warrior 3S is 25 g lighter (176 g vs 200.5 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD45R ACE or the Olight Warrior 3S?
The Fenix PD45R ACE is rated brighter: 3,200 lm maximum vs 2,300 lm for the Olight Warrior 3S, 39% more. For beam distance the Fenix PD45R ACE reaches further: 410 m vs 300 m rated throw (37% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD45R ACE or the Olight Warrior 3S?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD45R ACE was $129.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight Warrior 3S $119.95 at olight.com, so the Olight Warrior 3S cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD45R ACE and Olight Warrior 3S use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix PD45R ACE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $129.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight Warrior 3S: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $119.95 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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