Comparison Console
Olight Javelot Mini vs Olight M3XS-UT Javelot
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7173% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7173% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 83% 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$100
Unknown
Weight
154 g (5.43 oz)Lightest
255 g (8.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
115 mm (4.53 in)Shortest
211 mm (8.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
88320 cdLowest candela
250000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
600 m (1969 ft)Lowest
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
Max runtime
297 minShortest runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18500 rechargeable lithium-ion
3 or 4 x CR123A or 2 x 18650
Charging type
Magnetic USB proprietary (MCC1A/MCC3)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8 (up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationEveryday carrySearch and rescueLaw enforcement and securityOutdoor adventures
Long-range searchingTactical useSearch and RescueOutdoors long-distance throw
Common praise
Impressive throw distance for compact sizeBalanced softer beam with round light sourceVibrating low battery indicatorReliable magnetic chargingDurable aircraft-grade aluminum constructionIPX8 waterproof ratingSimple and intuitive tail switch interface
Exceptional throw distance (up to 1000 meters)High build quality with Type III anodized aluminum bodyMultiple brightness modes including moonlight and strobeCompact and lightweight for a throwerGood grip and easy to operate with glovesIPX8 waterproof rating for wet conditions
Common complaints
Absence of pocket clip and lanyard attachmentNo lockout mode increases risk of accidental activationBattery size (18500) less common than 18650 or 21700No spare o-rings included
No rechargeable battery includedLacks a dedicated charging featureMay be considered pricey for some usersTail stand possible but not very stable