Comparison Console
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot vs Streamlight ProTac HL 3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 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 17900% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 3 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight M3XS-UT Javelot stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 17% 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$98.99
Weight
255 g (8.99 oz)Lightest
263.46 g (9.29 oz)Heaviest
Length
211 mm (8.31 in)Longest
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmHighest output
1100 lmLowest output
Max candela
250000 cdHighest candela
36000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
379 m (1243 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3 or 4 x CR123A or 2 x 18650
3 x CR123A lithium
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX8 (up to 2 meters)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Anodized machined aircraft aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range searchingTactical useSearch and RescueOutdoors long-distance throw
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesIndustrial workScene 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
Bright wide beamLong runtime on low modeDurable aircraft aluminum constructionProgrammable TEN-TAP modesWaterproof and impact resistant
Common complaints
No rechargeable battery includedLacks a dedicated charging featureMay be considered pricey for some usersTail stand possible but not very stable
Weight relatively heavy for compact EDCNo built-in rechargeable battery