Comparison Console
Olight i5R EOS vs Olight M1X Striker
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i5R EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M1X Striker stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS 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.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M1X Striker stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 5% 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$39.95Cheapest
US$40.75Most expensive
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
65 g (2.29 oz)Heaviest
Length
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Longest
91 mm (3.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
350 lmLowest output
500 lmHighest output
Max candela
1247 cdLowest candela
2350 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
70.6 m (232 ft)Lowest
97 m (318 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2220 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
CR123A / 16340 Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy, hard-anodized Type III
Use case profile
Best for
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
Everyday carry (EDC)Self-defenseOutdoor activitiesCamping
Common praise
Unique plum color with attractive finishCompact size for everyday carrySolid light performance up to 350 lumensIncludes custom rechargeable 2.4V lithium-ion cell and USB-C charging
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
Included specialized 2.4V cell not compatible with standard 14500 chargers or batteriesSpring edge can snag battery when screwing on tailcap without modification
Limited runtime at highest outputNo strobe or SOS modesBattery sold separately (either CR123A disposable or 16340 rechargeable)