Comparison Console
Fenix PD35 TAC vs Olight Warrior Mini 3
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 16% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Warrior Mini 3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Warrior Mini 3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Warrior Mini 3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior Mini 3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior Mini 3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Warrior Mini 3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 221% 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$87.95Cheapest
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
105 g (3.70 oz)Heaviest
Length
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
106.5 mm (4.19 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1750 lmHighest output
Max candela
10000 cdLowest candela
14400 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
240 m (787 ft)Highest
Max runtime
8400 minShortest runtime
27000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
1*18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
Proprietary magnetic MCC3 charging cable
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized Aluminum
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useMilitaryPoliceEDCOutdoor activitiesSelf-defenseHunting
EDCTactical useSelf-defenseOutdoors lighting
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 lumens for sizeSolid build qualityDual switches for tactical and daily useIPX8 waterproof ratingMagnetic charging convenience
Common complaints
Tail switch durability issues reportedNot suitable for tail standingBatteries need to be recharged or replaced for long useThreads lack manufacturer lube
Minor size reduction from previous model may affect grip comfortNo increase in max output from previous generationTail switch complexity may require learning curve