Comparison Console
Acebeam L16 vs Olight M3XS-UT Javelot
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1043% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 38% 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
Unknown
Weight
218 g (7.69 oz)Lightest
255 g (8.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Shortest
211 mm (8.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2220 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
114900 cdLowest candela
250000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
678 m (2224 ft)Lowest
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1890 minShortest runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion
3 or 4 x CR123A or 2 x 18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68 (5m)
IPX8 (up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
HA Type III anodized aluminum (A6061-T6)
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingEDC/outdoor use
Long-range searchingTactical useSearch and RescueOutdoors long-distance throw
Common praise
Excellent build quality with thick satin anodizingIntuitive and best-in-class user interface with dedicated turbo and momentary turboGood beam quality with tight hotspot suitable for long-range useIncludes useful accessories such as holster, lanyard, spare o-ringsComfortable size and great grip with knurling
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
Mode spacing is cramped in upper outputsLockout requires a long hold which can be inconvenient
No rechargeable battery includedLacks a dedicated charging featureMay be considered pricey for some usersTail stand possible but not very stable
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