Comparison Console
Acebeam L18 vs Olight M3XS-UT Javelot
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam L18 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6167% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L18 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6167% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L18 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 37% 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$89.95
Unknown
Weight
220.5 g (7.78 oz)Lightest
255 g (8.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
154 mm (6.06 in)Shortest
211 mm (8.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1500 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
250000 cd
250000 cd
Beam distance
1000 m (3281 ft)
1000 m (3281 ft)
Max runtime
1353600 minLongest runtime
21600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-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
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor adventures
Long-range searchingTactical useSearch and RescueOutdoors long-distance throw
Common praise
Excellent long-range throw for sizeGood balance and gripHigh build quality with durable anodized aluminum bodyDual switch interface for tactical and everyday useLong runtime at low 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
Battery not included in some packagesSide switch can be hard to find in the dark initially
No rechargeable battery includedLacks a dedicated charging featureMay be considered pricey for some usersTail stand possible but not very stable
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