Comparison Console
Acebeam P18 vs Olight M3XS-UT Javelot
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the lightest option for weight. Acebeam P18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 317% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the lightest option for weight.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 317% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 46% 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$129.9
Unknown
Weight
256 g (9.03 oz)Heaviest
255 g (8.99 oz)Lightest
Length
145 mm (5.71 in)Shortest
211 mm (8.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
98910 cdLowest candela
250000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
629 m (2064 ft)Lowest
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
Max runtime
31680 minLongest runtime
21600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
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
Tactical useProfessional useSecurityLaw enforcementHuntingLong range illumination
Long-range searchingTactical useSearch and RescueOutdoors long-distance throw
Common praise
High brightness and long rangeRobust and high-quality constructionIntuitive dual tail switch interfaceEffective tactical and daily modesIncluded high-capacity rechargeable 21700 battery
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
Multi-LED design may be less efficient than single-LED for extended runtimesSome users reported battery drain issues if not frequently usedUSB-C cable length criticized as shortNo included holster or lanyard
No rechargeable battery includedLacks a dedicated charging featureMay be considered pricey for some usersTail stand possible but not very stable