Comparison Console
Olight Arkflex vs Olight M1X Striker
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M1X Striker stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Arkflex stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkflex stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkflex stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkflex stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Arkflex stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 19% 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$56.99Most expensive
US$40.75Cheapest
Weight
101 g (3.56 oz)Heaviest
65 g (2.29 oz)Lightest
Length
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
2445 cdHighest candela
2350 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
85 m (279 ft)Lowest
97 m (318 ft)Highest
Max runtime
14400 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 1050mAh LiPo
CR123A / 16340 Lithium-ion
Charging type
Magnetic USB-C charging (Olight MCC)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy with Type III hard-anodized finish
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III
Use case profile
Best for
EDC with hands-free versatilityOutdoor activities like hiking and campingWork tasks requiring adjustable light angleMaintenance and inspection work requiring magnetic attachment
Everyday carry (EDC)Self-defenseOutdoor activitiesCamping
Common praise
Articulating head with smooth, stiff pivot holding positions wellCompact, slim design with deep-carry two-way clip and strong magnet for versatile carryGood build quality with anodized aluminum body and solid user interfaceLong runtime on lower modes and quick magnetic chargingEffective beam distance and brightness for EDC and outdoor use
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
Non-replaceable battery limits long-term use without rechargeSome users note hinge may feel slightly loose over extended heavy useSide switch is flush, which may be hard to locate in the dark without lookingLockout mode easy to deactivate accidentallyNo neutral white or high CRI option available
Limited runtime at highest outputNo strobe or SOS modesBattery sold separately (either CR123A disposable or 16340 rechargeable)