Olight Baldr Pro R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baldr Pro R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire M600DF Scout Light Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Olight Baldr Pro R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
SureFire M600DF Scout Light Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 105% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Olight Baldr Pro R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
SureFire M600DF Scout Light Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Olight Baldr Pro R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
SureFire M600DF Scout Light Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
SureFire M600DF Scout Light Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Olight Baldr Pro R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3% 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.
Proprietary cradle charging for SF18650B battery (battery must be removed to charge)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Mil-Spec hard-anodized aluminum with tempered glass window
Use case profile
Best for
▣Handgun or long gun weapon light with integrated green laser▣Fast and precise aiming▣Tactical and self-defense use▣Situational awareness in low light
▣Tactical close to long-range applications▣Weapon-mounted tactical use▣Situational awareness in low light environments
Common praise
✓High 1350 lumen brightness with versatile lighting modes✓Integrated green laser for accurate aiming✓Magnetic rechargeable battery with convenient USB charging✓Quick attach and release mounting system✓Ambidextrous controls with easy access to strobe
✓High-quality, rugged construction suitable for combat-like conditions✓Bright 1,500 lumen output with balanced beam profile✓Dual fuel capability with included rechargeable SF18650B battery or two 123A lithium batteries✓Secure and quick mounting with M75 thumbscrew mount✓Effective balance of reach and spill light for situational awareness✓Relatively lightweight at 146 grams
Common complaints
⚠Confusing model naming among Olight Baldr series⚠Some users find beam color profile unusual with warm flood and cool hotspot
⚠Requires removal of battery for charging via proprietary cradle⚠Beam throw limited to approximately 250 meters, less than specialized throw-focused weapon lights⚠Higher cost compared to some budget weapon lights