Comparison Console
Fenix PD36R vs Olight Javelot Mini
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 9637% 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$121.35Most expensive
US$100Cheapest
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
154 g (5.43 oz)Lightest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
115 mm (4.53 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
132000 cdHighest candela
88320 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Lowest
600 m (1969 ft)Highest
Max runtime
28920 minLongest runtime
297 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
18500 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
Magnetic USB proprietary (MCC1A/MCC3)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDC and outdoor lightingExtended outdoor adventuresUsers needing a bright, durable, rechargeable flashlight
Long-range illuminationEveryday carrySearch and rescueLaw enforcement and securityOutdoor adventures
Common praise
Impressive brightness and beam distanceExcellent battery runtime and fast USB-C chargingRugged build quality with IP68 waterproof ratingVersatile 2-way body clip for hands-free carry
Impressive throw distance for compact sizeBalanced softer beam with round light sourceVibrating low battery indicatorReliable magnetic chargingDurable aircraft-grade aluminum constructionIPX8 waterproof ratingSimple and intuitive tail switch interface
Common complaints
Higher cost compared to simpler flashlightsFlat side switch can be hard to locate by feel
Absence of pocket clip and lanyard attachmentNo lockout mode increases risk of accidental activationBattery size (18500) less common than 18650 or 21700No spare o-rings included