Comparison Console
Nitecore TM28 vs Olight Javelot Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Javelot Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 41238% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Javelot Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 41238% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 77% 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$399.95
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Weight
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Heaviest
375.7 g (13.25 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
252 mm (9.92 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
6000 lmHighest output
2100 lmLowest output
Max candela
107200 cdLowest candela
291000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
655 m (2149 ft)Lowest
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
Max runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
145 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
Built-in rechargeable battery pack
Charging type
AC adapter with intelligent charging circuit
Magnetic charging (MCC5V up to 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace grade aluminium alloy with HAIII hard anodised finish
Aluminum, hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
Long-range illuminationSearch and rescueHuntingTactical use
Common praise
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
Impressive throw and beam intensityLong runtime and good thermal performanceRobust build quality and designErgonomic dual switch interface allowing efficient control
Common complaints
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
Some users report button paint wearNon-removable battery pack
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