Comparison Console
Acebeam EC90 vs Olight M3XS-UT Javelot
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 258% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 258% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam EC90 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 53% 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$109.9
Unknown
Weight
231 g (8.15 oz)Lightest
255 g (8.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
137.5 mm (5.41 in)Shortest
211 mm (8.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4300 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
82082 cdLowest candela
250000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
573 m (1880 ft)Lowest
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15600 minShortest runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
3 or 4 x CR123A or 2 x 18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long range illuminationEDCHands-free use on metal surfacesOutdoor activitiesSearchingEmergency use
Long-range searchingTactical useSearch and RescueOutdoors long-distance throw
Common praise
Very high lumen output and impressive beam throwMagnetic tail cap enables convenient hands-free usageUSB-C fast charging with battery level indicatorSolid build quality and durable constructionTwo-way pocket clip for flexible carry optionsNo PWM flicker on output modes
Exceptional throw distance (up to 1000 meters)High build quality with Type III anodized aluminum bodyMultiple brightness modes including moonlight and strobeCompact and lightweight for a throwerGood grip and easy to operate with glovesIPX8 waterproof rating for wet conditions
Common complaints
Relatively heavy for an EDC flashlight at 231 gramsTurbo mode runtime limited to about 40 seconds before stepping down
No rechargeable battery includedLacks a dedicated charging featureMay be considered pricey for some usersTail stand possible but not very stable