Comparison Console
Acebeam UC3A vs Olight M1X Striker
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC3A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC3A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker 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$34.9Cheapest
US$40.75Most expensive
Weight
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
65 g (2.29 oz)Heaviest
Length
71.5 mm (2.81 in)Shortest
91 mm (3.58 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
900 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
1806 cdLowest candela
2350 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
85 m (279 ft)Lowest
97 m (318 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3180 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
10440 USB-C rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AAA battery
CR123A / 16340 Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C charging for included 10440 battery
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard-anodized finish
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Keychain carryCampingSignalingEmergency kitsBackup flashlight useDog walkingBag or glove box carry
Everyday carry (EDC)Self-defenseOutdoor activitiesCamping
Common praise
Compact and lightweight design (63g)High maximum brightness (900 lumens) for sizeVersatile RGB side light with multiple colors and modesDual switches for main and auxiliary lightsUSB-C rechargeable included 10440 battery with AAA compatibilityDurable aerospace-grade aluminum body with IP68 ratingMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLong runtime on lower modesWide 270° beam angle on side RGB light
Excellent build quality with aircraft-grade aluminumSimple and intuitive two-mode interfaceSmooth and well-balanced beam from TIR lensReliable mechanical tail switch with positive tactile feedbackConvenient reversible pocket clip for different carry methods
Common complaints
Limited runtime at highest brightness due to step-downMain LEDs have low CRI (~70)Cannot use main and side lights simultaneouslySwitches have a slightly 'dead' feel in the middleNo mode memory for moonlight, turbo, and strobe modes
Limited runtime at highest outputNo strobe or SOS modesBattery sold separately (either CR123A disposable or 16340 rechargeable)