Comparison Console
Nitecore LR30 vs Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore LR30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5214% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5214% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight PL-Mini Valkyrie stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 50% 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
Unknown
US$79.95
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
62 g (2.19 oz)Heaviest
Length
92 mm (3.62 in)Longest
61.2 mm (2.41 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
205 lmLowest output
400 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
Unknown
Beam distance
20 m (66 ft)Lowest
75 m (246 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3720 minLongest runtime
70 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A batteries
Built-in lithium polymer rechargeable
Charging type
Unknown
Magnetic USB charging port (MCC charging cable)
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IPX6
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Plastic (durable PC materials)
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
CampingOutdoor useWorkshop useGeneral EDC
Full-size pistols with minimum 4-inch barrel lengthHome defenseWeapon mountingHolster carryConcealed carry
Common praise
Strong magnetic base useful for workshop or car bonnet attachmentGood white light output that preserves colors wellVersatile battery options (1x 18650 or 2x CR123)Multiple lighting modes including red light for preservation of night vision
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
No rechargeable battery optionNot specified LED typeLimited beam distance at 20 metersNo SOS beacon mode on white light
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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