Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Acebeam P15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Acebeam P15 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Acebeam P15 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Acebeam P15 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% 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.
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium ion lithium battery (customized)
1x 21700 proprietary Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
Direct charging via included proprietary cable (not USB-C)
Proprietary magnetic USB charging cable (MCC3)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters underwater)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
7075 aerospace aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aluminum (black and green versions) or magnesium alloy (desert tan version)
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC Use▣Tactical Applications▣Weapon Mount Compatible (m Lok And Picatinny)
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣General Outdoor Activities▣Powerful Illumination With Long Runtime▣Safe Use Near Skin Due To Proximity Sensor
Common praise
✓High Output Lumens With Efficient Long Distance Beam (330 Meters)✓Robust And Durable Construction With Aerospace Grade Aluminum And Hard Anodizing✓Modular Design Allowing Quick Transition Between Handheld And Rail Mounted Configurations✓Includes Rechargeable 18650 Battery With Fast Charging✓Ip68 Waterproof Rating And Good Impact Resistance✓Multiple Operational Modes With Intuitive Dual Switch Interface
✓High Build Quality And Solid Machining✓Powerful 2500 Lumens Output With Good Beam Distance (~167 M)✓Very Long Maximum Runtime (up To 60 Days/86400 Minutes)✓User Friendly Interface With Easy To Use Recessed Side Switch✓Proximity Sensor To Prevent Accidental Burns, Which Can Be Disabled✓Convenient Magnetic Proprietary Charging With Included Mcc3 USB Cable✓Lightweight Magnesium Alloy Version Available✓Includes A Travel Pouch And Magnetic L Shaped Stand For Storage
Common complaints
⚠Uses Proprietary Charging Cable (not USB C)⚠Charging Port Not Functional During Charging⚠Battery Must Be Charged Inside The Flashlight Only⚠Optional Tactical Accessories May Be Sold Separately
⚠Battery Is A Proprietary 21700 Cell Limiting Battery Replacement Options⚠Light Is Larger Than Previous 18650 Baton Models, Potentially Bulky For Some⚠Limited Impact Resistance Information And No Explicit Tested Drop Rating