SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 525% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1239% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 525% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
SureFire XVL2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95900% 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.
Aluminum (black and green versions) or magnesium alloy (desert tan version)
Aluminum, Mil-Spec Hard-Anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣General Outdoor Activities▣Powerful Illumination With Long Runtime▣Safe Use Near Skin Due To Proximity Sensor
▣Handgun And Carbine Weapon Mounting▣Tactical Use In Low Light And Infrared Environments
Common praise
✓High Build Quality And Solid Machining✓Powerful 2500 Lumens Output With Good Beam Distance (~167 M)✓Very Long Maximum Runtime (up To 60 Days/86400 Minutes)✓User Friendly Interface With Easy To Use Recessed Side Switch✓Proximity Sensor To Prevent Accidental Burns, Which Can Be Disabled✓Convenient Magnetic Proprietary Charging With Included Mcc3 USB Cable✓Lightweight Magnesium Alloy Version Available✓Includes A Travel Pouch And Magnetic L Shaped Stand For Storage
✓Durable Mil Spec Aluminum Construction✓Versatile Multi Spectrum Lighting And Laser Options✓Compact Size And Lightweight Design✓Ipx8 Waterproof Rating✓Ambidextrous Switching For Tactical Use
Common complaints
⚠Battery Is A Proprietary 21700 Cell Limiting Battery Replacement Options⚠Light Is Larger Than Previous 18650 Baton Models, Potentially Bulky For Some⚠Limited Impact Resistance Information And No Explicit Tested Drop Rating
⚠High Retail Price⚠Short Runtime On White Light Mode (1.5 Hours)⚠Non Rechargeable Battery Requirement (uses Disposable Cr123a)