Comparison Console
Fenix PD35 TAC vs Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11900% 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$99Most expensive
US$79.95Cheapest
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
62 g (2.19 oz)Lightest
Length
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
61.2 mm (2.41 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
10000 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Highest
75 m (246 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
8400 minLongest runtime
70 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
Built-in lithium polymer rechargeable
Charging type
Unknown
Magnetic USB charging port (MCC charging cable)
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Anodized Aluminum
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useMilitaryPoliceEDCOutdoor activitiesSelf-defenseHunting
Full-size pistols with minimum 4-inch barrel lengthHome defenseWeapon mountingHolster carryConcealed carry
Common praise
High build quality and durabilityGood tactical and outdoor performanceCompact and easy to carryMultiple output modes including strobeReliable LED with long life span
High output luminosity for size (400 lumens)Rechargeable lithium polymer battery with magnetic chargingQuick attach and release mounting system compatible with Glock and Picatinny railsLightweight and compact, suitable for holster carryAffordable price compared to competitors
Common complaints
Tail switch durability issues reportedNot suitable for tail standingBatteries need to be recharged or replaced for long useThreads lack manufacturer lube
Does not fit smaller pistols with short or no railsNo strobe modeLimited runtime at peak output (about 5 minutes before auto step-down)
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