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Olight Javelot Mini vs SureFire X400V
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 5% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 649% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Javelot Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% 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$100Cheapest
US$749Most expensive
Weight
154 g (5.43 oz)Lightest
162 g (5.71 oz)Heaviest
Length
115 mm (4.53 in)Longest
101 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
88320 cdHighest candela
11500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
600 m (1969 ft)Highest
225 m (738 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
297 minLongest runtime
150 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18500 rechargeable lithium-ion
Two 123A lithium
Charging type
Magnetic USB proprietary (MCC1A/MCC3)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX8
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationEveryday carrySearch and rescueLaw enforcement and securityOutdoor adventures
Tactical operationsUse with night vision devicesForce-on-force trainingWeapon mounting on handguns and long guns
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
Versatile dual-spectrum illumination modesHigh-quality recoil-proof LEDs with stable outputMultiple activation switch options with ambidextrous controlsDurable aerospace aluminum body with hard anodized finishEffective infrared laser for stealth and training
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
Relatively short runtime on high output white lightNo rechargeable battery or charging options includedIPX4 water resistance may not suit extreme wet environmentsRelatively high retail price compared to casual flashlights
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