Warrior Mini 3 Review
Meeting Multiple Lighting Needs
Tactical and Everyday Carry
Overview
Introduction
What's in the box
Batteries and charging
Lighting modes
Led and Beam
Beamshots
Application
Comparison with Warrior Mini 2
Video
Introduction
The Warrior Mini 3 builds upon the foundation of its predecessor, the beloved Warrior Mini 2, delivering an enhanced and improved experience.The Warrior Mini 3 is a compact and lightweight EDC or tactical flashlight that impresses with its sleek design. Measuring at a length of 4.37in/111mm, and featuring a head diameter and body diameter of 0.91in/23mm, this flashlight strikes the perfect balance between portability and functionality.
Weighing just 4.3oz/122g (including battery and pocket clip), it is remarkably lightweight, ensuring comfortable everyday carry without compromising on performance. The matte black finish adds a touch of sophistication, while the robust construction guarantees durability for any tactical or outdoor adventure.
The Warrior Mini 3 features a robust two-way clip that adds to its overall aesthetic appeal. Constructed to be wider and thicker, the clip ensures greater durability and reliability, making it ideal for various outdoor activities and tactical use. Additionally, the clip is designed with a lanyard hole at the end, providing additional convenience for carrying options. This versatile feature allows users to easily secure the flashlight to their gear, pocket, or backpack for quick and easy access.
GENERAL DATA | |
Max Output | 1750 lumens |
Max Runtime | 100 days( Moonlight Mode) |
Max Light Intensity | 14,400 cd |
Max Throw | 240 meters |
Powered By | Customized 3500mAh 3.6V 18650 Rechargeable Battery |
| Light Source | High Performance LED(5700-6700k) |
| Dimensions | Length: 4.37in/111mm Head Diameter: 0.91in/23mm Body Diameter: 0.91in/23mm |
| Weight | 4.3oz/122g (Including Battery, Pocket Clip) |
| Body Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Warranty | Olight’s 5-Year Warranty |
| Waterproof | IPX8 |
| Drop Test | 1.5M |
What's in the box?
Warrior Mini 3 x 1
MCC x 1
L-Stand x 1
User Manual x 1
Batteries and charging
The Warrior Mini 3 is powered by a customized 3500mAh 3.6V 18650 rechargeable battery, offering an impressive power source for extended usage. This specially tailored battery provides a reliable and consistent energy supply, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
The Warrior Mini 3 proves to be an exceptional companion with its remarkable 100-day runtime in moonlight mode. This extraordinary longevity allows you to rely on the flashlight for extended periods without worrying about battery life.
The Warrior Mini 3 is designed to be compatible with Olight's classic magnetic charging cable, ensuring a fast and convenient recharging experience. With this magnetic cable, recharging the flashlight becomes a breeze, as it effortlessly snaps into place with a secure connection.
Lighting modes
The Warrior Mini 3 flashlight is designed to meet the everyday lighting needs of users with its six versatile lighting modes, combined with the convenience of instant activation for Turbo and Strobe modes. These features make it an ideal companion for various tasks and situations.
Turbo mode: 1,750 lumens, 2 minutes runtime at max output, 210 minutes at 500 lumens, and 30 additional minutes at 200 lumens.
High mode: 500 to 200 lumens, 215 minutes runtime at 500 lumens, and an extra 30 minutes at 200 lumens.
Medium mode: 120 lumens, approximately 18 hours runtime.
Low mode: 15 lumens, exceptionally long runtime of approximately 165 hours.
Moonlight mode: 0.5 lumens, preserves night vision, runtime of approximately 100 days.
Strobe mode: 1,750 lumens flashing output at a frequency of 13Hz, suitable for self-defense or visual alert in emergencies.
Led and Beam
The Olight Warrior Mini 3 is equipped with a cutting-edge LED that offers an impressive color temperature range of 5700-6700 kelvin. This ensures a clean, white light that accurately renders colors, providing optimal visibility in any situation. The High-Performance LED delivers exceptional brightness, allowing users to illuminate their surroundings with ease.
Alongside this advanced LED technology, the Warrior Mini 3 incorporates a TIR Optic Lens, which shapes and controls the light beam for maximum efficiency. This lens design optimizes light transmission and creates a well-focused beam pattern, making it suitable for both close-up tasks and long-range observations.
Equipped with a pre-activated proximity sensor, the Olight Warrior Mini 3 ensures optimal functionality in various scenarios. In cases where the light is inadvertently switched to high mode while obstructed at close range, the sensor promptly adjusts the output to a lower level, preventing any potential harm or discomfort.
On the other hand, when the light encounters objects like raindrops or window glass during high-mode usage, the sensor intelligently allows the desired output to remain unaffected, ensuring uninterrupted illumination. With this advanced feature, the Olight Warrior Mini 3 delivers a seamless and adaptive lighting experience, adapting to your surroundings without compromising performance.
Beamshots
Application
The Warrior Mini 3 flashlight is a highly versatile tool with a multitude of practical applications. Its powerful beam and long throw make it perfect for outdoor enthusiasts engaging in activities like camping, hiking, and night-time adventures. The precise hotspot and accurate tint of the Warrior Mini 3 also make it an excellent choice for professional tasks such as security patrols, law enforcement operations, and search and rescue missions.
Additionally, its durability and wear-resistant features make it dependable for industrial work, while its compact size and convenient operation make it an ideal everyday carry (EDC) item for personal safety and general use. The Warrior Mini 3's rugged design and intuitive controls also make it valuable for tactical applications, catering to the needs of military personnel, first responders, and security professionals. Furthermore, its reliable illumination and accessibility make it a trustworthy companion in emergency situations, ensuring visibility during power outages or other unexpected events.
Comparison with Warrior Mini 3
| Item | Warrior Mini 3 | Warrior Mini 2 |
| Max. Performance (lumens) | 1750 | 1750 |
| Beam Distance(m) | 240 | 220 |
| Beam Distance(ft) | 787 | 722 |
| Mode Operation | Side Switch & Tail Switch | Dual switches |
| Light Intensity (candela) | 14,400 | 12,300 |
| Compatible Batteries | Customized 3500mAh 3.6V 18650 Rechargeable Battery | Customized 3500mAh 3.6V 18650 Rechargeable Lithium Battery |
| Charge type | MCC1 Magnetic USB Charging Cable | MCC3 Magnetic Charging Cable |
Weight (g / oz) | 122/ 4.30 | 122 / 4.30 |
Length (mm / in) | 111 / 4.37 | 118 / 4.65 |
Head Diameter (mm / in) | 23 / 0.91 | 25 / 0.95 |
Body Diameter (mm / in | 23/ 0.91 | 23 / 0.91 |
Use | Everyday Carry, Outdoors, Self-defense | tactical, search and rescue, law enforcement, etc. |
| Original Price | $129.95 | $129.95 |
The Warrior Mini3 flashlight offers an impressive 9% increase in throw compared to its predecessor, the Warrior Mini 2. With a maximum throw of 240 meters, the Warrior Mini3 provides exceptional long-distance illumination, ensuring that you can see further and with greater clarity. In comparison, the Warrior Mini 2 had a maximum throw of 220 meters, making the Warrior Mini3 an upgrade in terms of reach and visibility.
The Warrior Mini 3 flashlight utilizes Nano Molding Technology, which provides a significant advantage when it comes to cleaning metal dust on the tail switch. Thanks to Nano Molding Technology, the Warrior Mini 3 prevents metal dust from sticking to the switch surface, ensuring smooth and reliable operation. This feature not only enhances the durability and longevity of the flashlight but also simplifies maintenance, allowing users to easily keep the tail switch clean and free from any hindrances.
The Warrior Mini 3 flashlight introduces notable improvements in both the hotspot and tint when compared to its predecessor, the Warrior Mini 2. The hotspot refers to the central area of concentrated brightness in the flashlight's beam pattern. With the Warrior Mini 3, the hotspot is finely tuned and optimized to provide more focused and intense illumination. This enhancement allows for better visibility and target identification, particularly in long-range applications.
Additionally, the tint of the Warrior Mini 3's beam is carefully crafted to offer superior color rendering and clarity. The tint refers to the shade or color temperature of the light emitted by the flashlight. Compared to the Warrior Mini 2, the Warrior Mini 3 boasts improved tint, providing a more natural and accurate representation of colors. This ensures that objects and surroundings are illuminated with enhanced precision and detail, making the Warrior Mini 3 an excellent choice for tasks that require accurate color perception.
The Warrior Mini 3 flashlight features a bigger and tougher side switch when compared to its predecessor, the Warrior Mini 2. Designed with user convenience and durability in mind, the enlarged metal side switch on the Warrior Mini 3 offers a more comfortable and intuitive operation. Its increased size makes it easier to locate and operate, especially in low-light or tactical situations where quick access is crucial.
