Comparison Console
Fenix PD35 TAC vs Olight Baton Ultra
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baton Ultra stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton Ultra stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton Ultra stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton Ultra stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton Ultra stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$99Cheapest
US$99.99Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
113.5 mm (4.47 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
10000 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
300 m (984 ft)Highest
Max runtime
8400 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
Custom rechargeable battery included
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C, MCC magnetic charging
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized Aluminum
Olight OAL™ proprietary aluminum alloy (O-aluminum)
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useMilitaryPoliceEDCOutdoor activitiesSelf-defenseHunting
EDC (Everyday Carry)Users wanting high output and throw in compact sizeUsers needing USB-C and magnetic charging convenience
Common praise
High build quality and durabilityGood tactical and outdoor performanceCompact and easy to carryMultiple output modes including strobeReliable LED with long life span
Compact size yet powerful 1800 lumens outputExcellent beam quality with crisp hotspot and natural white beamDurable Olight OAL aluminum bodyDual switches for flexible and intuitive controlConvenient USB-C and magnetic charging optionsIPX8 water resistance
Common complaints
Tail switch durability issues reportedNot suitable for tail standingBatteries need to be recharged or replaced for long useThreads lack manufacturer lube
Mode memory behavior for High mode is inconsistent and confusingLockout is activated by long hold making accidental activation easierNo dedicated mode memory for Turbo and StrobeTail switch uses High and Turbo modes instead of Medium and Turbo which may limit versatility