Olight PL-3S Valkyrie vs Olight PL-Mini 2 size comparison
The Olight PL-Mini 2 is 28.5 mm (1.12 in) shorter than the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie, and 0.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Olight PL-Mini 2 is 28.5 mm (1.12 in) shorter than the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie, and 0.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Olight PL-3S Valkyrie Check price ↗ | Olight PL-Mini 2 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 81 mm (3.19 in) | 52.5 mm (2.07 in)−28.5 mm |
| Height | 33 mm (1.30 in) | 32.5 mm (1.28 in)−0.5 mm |
| Thickness | 37 mm (1.46 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)−5 mm |
| Weight | 119 g listed | 73 g listed |
| Battery | 2x CR123A | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,000 lm | 600 lm |
| Throw | 200 m | 100 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $79.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $79.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | olight.com sourced |
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PL-3S Valkyrie 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 81 mm (3.19 in), a difference of 28.5 mm (35%). At its widest point the Olight PL-Mini 2 is 0.5 mm slimmer (32.5 vs 33 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Olight PL-3S Valkyrie: 119 g listed; Olight PL-Mini 2: 73 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Olight PL-3S Valkyrie is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Olight PL-Mini 2, 67% more. For beam distance the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie reaches further: 200 m vs 100 m rated throw (100% more).
Battery
The Olight PL-3S Valkyrie runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries; the Olight PL-Mini 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie was $79.99 at batteryjunction.com and the Olight PL-Mini 2 $79.99 at olight.com. 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-3S Valkyrie if you want more output (1,000 lm vs 600 lm), longer throw (200 m vs 100 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight PL-Mini 2 if you want a shorter light (28.5 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 ↗ Olight PL-3S Valkyrie Check price ↗ Olight PL-Mini 2
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PL-3S Valkyrie vs PL-Mini 2 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie or the Olight PL-Mini 2?
The Olight PL-Mini 2 is the shorter light: 52.5 mm (2.07 in) against 81 mm (3.19 in), a difference of 28.5 mm (35%). At its widest point the Olight PL-Mini 2 is 0.5 mm slimmer (32.5 vs 33 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Olight PL-3S Valkyrie: 119 g listed; Olight PL-Mini 2: 73 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie or the Olight PL-Mini 2?
The Olight PL-3S Valkyrie is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Olight PL-Mini 2, 67% more. For beam distance the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie reaches further: 200 m vs 100 m rated throw (100% more).
Which is cheaper, the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie or the Olight PL-Mini 2?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie was $79.99 at batteryjunction.com and the Olight PL-Mini 2 $79.99 at olight.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie and Olight PL-Mini 2 use the same battery?
The Olight PL-3S Valkyrie runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries; the Olight PL-Mini 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Olight PL-3S Valkyrie: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $79.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight PL-Mini 2: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $79.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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