Comparison Console
Acebeam T28 vs Olight Javelot Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Javelot Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 29693% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Javelot Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 29693% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Pro 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$182.9
Unknown
Weight
427 g (15.06 oz)Heaviest
375.7 g (13.25 oz)Lightest
Length
198 mm (7.80 in)Shortest
252 mm (9.92 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmHighest output
2100 lmLowest output
Max candela
422500 cdHighest candela
291000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
1000 m (3281 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
145 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
Built-in rechargeable battery pack
Charging type
USB Type-C
Magnetic charging (MCC5V up to 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aluminum, hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearch and rescueLong-range illuminationTactical use
Long-range illuminationSearch and rescueHuntingTactical use
Common praise
Exceptional long-range beam up to 1300 metersHigh-quality aerospace-grade aluminum constructionGood battery capacity and included rechargeable batteryMultiple brightness levels and strobe for tactical useCompact size with effective heat management
Impressive throw and beam intensityLong runtime and good thermal performanceRobust build quality and designErgonomic dual switch interface allowing efficient control
Common complaints
Relatively heavy with battery (427g)Not designed for diving useCan become hot during prolonged high output use
Some users report button paint wearNon-removable battery pack