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Fenix PD35 TAC vs Olight Warrior Mini 2

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix PD35 TAC stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Olight Warrior Mini 2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 671% 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.

Fenix PD35 TAC — Beam distance: 200 m (656 ft)Fenix PD35 TAC — Max candela: 10000 cdFenix PD35 TAC — Weight: 88 g (3.10 oz)Fenix PD35 TAC — Length: 137 mm (5.39 in)Fenix PD35 TAC — Retail price: US$99Fenix PD35 TAC — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Olight Warrior Mini 2 — Beam distance: 220 m (722 ft)Olight Warrior Mini 2 — Max candela: 12300 cdOlight Warrior Mini 2 — Weight: 122 g (4.30 oz)Olight Warrior Mini 2 — Length: 118 mm (4.65 in)Olight Warrior Mini 2 — Retail price: US$108Olight Warrior Mini 2 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$99Cheapest
US$108Most expensive
Weight
88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
122 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
Length
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1750 lmHighest output
Max candela
10000 cdLowest candela
12300 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
220 m (722 ft)Highest
Max runtime
8400 minShortest runtime
64800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A
Customized 3500mAh 3.6V 18650 Rechargeable Battery
Charging type
Unknown
Magnetic USB (MCC3) charging cable
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8 (underwater 1 meter)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized Aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useMilitaryPoliceEDCOutdoor activitiesSelf-defenseHunting
EDC carryTactical useSearch and rescueUnderwater use
Common praise
High build quality and durabilityGood tactical and outdoor performanceCompact and easy to carryMultiple output modes including strobeReliable LED with long life span
Very bright output with balanced beamCompact size and comfortable gripLong runtime especially on low modesSmart proximity sensor to prevent overheatingMagnetic charging cable is convenientDurable with IPX8 waterproof and 1.5m impact resistance
Common complaints
Tail switch durability issues reportedNot suitable for tail standingBatteries need to be recharged or replaced for long useThreads lack manufacturer lube
Magnet does not hold securely at 90 degree mounting angle causing tippingLockout mode disables tactical tail switch which may be inconvenient