Comparison Console
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot vs Olight R50 Seeker
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight R50 Seeker stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 620% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight R50 Seeker stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight R50 Seeker stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 620% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight R50 Seeker stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight R50 Seeker stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 1036% 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
Unknown
US$129.22
Weight
255 g (8.99 oz)
255 g (8.99 oz)
Length
211 mm (8.31 in)Longest
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
2500 lmHighest output
Max candela
250000 cdHighest candela
22000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
297 m (974 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3 or 4 x CR123A or 2 x 18650
Custom 26650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (up to 2 meters)
IPX8 (up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range searchingTactical useSearch and RescueOutdoors long-distance throw
General purpose handheld useSecurityPoliceIndustrialHome lighting
Common praise
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
High maximum output and long runtimeRobust build quality and designVersatile and intuitive user interface with multiple modes and lockoutExcellent beam quality with wide spill and bright hotspotConvenient built-in rechargeable battery and USB charging
Common complaints
No rechargeable battery includedLacks a dedicated charging featureMay be considered pricey for some usersTail stand possible but not very stable
No pocket clip includedNo holster or pouch providedProprietary battery limits external charging optionsLight is too large for comfortable pocket carryLens protection accessory not included