Comparison Console
Acebeam X20-R 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, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X20-R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 733% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1186% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 733% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1186% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 55% 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$230
Unknown
Weight
293 g (10.34 oz)Heaviest
255 g (8.99 oz)Lightest
Length
136.3 mm (5.37 in)Shortest
211 mm (8.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
10000 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
48400 cdLowest candela
250000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
440 m (1444 ft)Lowest
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries
3 or 4 x CR123A or 2 x 18650
Charging type
USB-C charging
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 high-quality aluminium alloy with HA III hard-anodised finish
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescuePatrollingCavingOutdoor adventuresExtreme outdoor operations
Long-range searchingTactical useSearch and RescueOutdoors long-distance throw
Common praise
Exceptional brightness and beam distance for a compact searchlight.Versatile tactical and duty modes with multiple output levels.Durable construction with high-quality aluminum and excellent waterproofing.Long runtime on lowest mode (up to 28 hours).Convenient rechargeable batteries with USB-C charging.
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
Not designed for everyday carry due to size and weight.Turbo mode runtime is very short (50 seconds at max output).Higher brightness levels have limited runtime due to heat management.
No rechargeable battery includedLacks a dedicated charging featureMay be considered pricey for some usersTail stand possible but not very stable
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