Comparison Console
Acebeam P17 vs Olight M3XS-UT Javelot
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam P17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 308% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P17 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam P17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 308% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 44% 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$119.9
Unknown
Weight
227 g (8.01 oz)Lightest
255 g (8.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
147 mm (5.79 in)Shortest
211 mm (8.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4900 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
49506 cdLowest candela
250000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
445 m (1460 ft)Lowest
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
Max runtime
28800 minLongest runtime
21600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
3 or 4 x CR123A or 2 x 18650
Charging type
USB-C on battery
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
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodization
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Long-range searchingTactical useSearch and RescueOutdoors long-distance throw
Common praise
High maximum output and throw distanceRugged and well-built with hard anodized aluminumDual tail-switch interface provides instant turbo and strobe accessLong maximum runtime on low modesIncludes rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging port
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 included holster or lanyardShort USB-C charging cableTailstand stability limited due to protruding tactical switch
No rechargeable battery includedLacks a dedicated charging featureMay be considered pricey for some usersTail stand possible but not very stable
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