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Nitecore LR30 vs Olight M1X Striker
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M1X Striker stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 144% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 144% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LR30 stands out as the shortest throw option for beam distance, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the longest throw option for beam distance, with about a 385% 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
Unknown
US$40.75
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
65 g (2.29 oz)Heaviest
Length
92 mm (3.62 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
205 lmLowest output
500 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
2350 cd
Beam distance
20 m (66 ft)Lowest
97 m (318 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3720 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 or 2 x CR123A batteries
CR123A / 16340 Lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Plastic (durable PC materials)
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III
Use case profile
Best for
CampingOutdoor useWorkshop useGeneral EDC
Everyday carry (EDC)Self-defenseOutdoor activitiesCamping
Common praise
Strong magnetic base useful for workshop or car bonnet attachmentGood white light output that preserves colors wellVersatile battery options (1x 18650 or 2x CR123)Multiple lighting modes including red light for preservation of night vision
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
No rechargeable battery optionNot specified LED typeLimited beam distance at 20 metersNo SOS beacon mode on white light
Limited runtime at highest outputNo strobe or SOS modesBattery sold separately (either CR123A disposable or 16340 rechargeable)
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