Comparison Console
Fenix TK30R vs Olight M3XS-UT Javelot
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3991% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3991% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 15% 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$265
Unknown
Weight
250 g (8.82 oz)Lightest
255 g (8.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
184 mm (7.24 in)Shortest
211 mm (8.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
600000 cdHighest candela
250000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
1000 m (3281 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
528 minShortest runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 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 (2 m for 30 minutes)
IPX8 (up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationHuntingTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor use
Long-range searchingTactical useSearch and RescueOutdoors long-distance throw
Common praise
Extremely long beam distance up to 1500 metersHigh build quality with durable materialsRechargeable with included 6000 mAh batteryMultiple tactical modes including instant strobeIP68 waterproof rating and good impact resistance
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
Significant lumen drop after initial 15 minutes on high modeRelatively heavy for some usersPrice is on the higher endNeeds careful handling due to powerful laser
No rechargeable battery includedLacks a dedicated charging featureMay be considered pricey for some usersTail stand possible but not very stable