Comparison Console
Acebeam L25 vs Olight M3XS-UT Javelot
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam L25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 107% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 107% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L25 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 27% 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$79.9
Unknown
Weight
236 g (8.32 oz)Lightest
255 g (8.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
166 mm (6.54 in)Shortest
211 mm (8.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
33800 cdLowest candela
250000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
370 m (1214 ft)Lowest
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
Max runtime
44700 minLongest runtime
21600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 or 2x CR123A
3 or 4 x CR123A or 2 x 18650
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8 (up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized finish
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useExtended operation in challenging conditionsHandheld and vehicle-mounted use
Long-range searchingTactical useSearch and RescueOutdoors long-distance throw
Common praise
High output of 1000 lumensTough aircraft-grade aluminum constructionWaterproof IPX-8 ratingLong runtime on low mode
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
No rechargeable battery includedNo built-in charging capability
No rechargeable battery includedLacks a dedicated charging featureMay be considered pricey for some usersTail stand possible but not very stable