OLight Javelot Mini: small yet shines SOOO far

Today (October 17th, 2022) OLight is releasing their newest flashlight dubbed the Olight Javelot Mini for VIP Account holders, and comparatively tiny long-distance throwing torch to it's big siblings in the OLight Javelot lineup. In this video, we take an early look at this just-launched spotlight thrower flashlight.
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0:00 - Intro & Unboxing
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0:38 - Size & Design
1:38 - Flood vs Spotlight
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2:15 - Build Quality, Stats, U.I.
3:15 - Real-World Test
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5:09 - My Criticisms
6:21 - Final Thoughts
For most folks, a compact floodlight EDC torch is the most useful since floodlights illuminate a large general area which means, we, as users, don't have to aim precisely - just turn it on, and a huge zone in front of us lights up letting us do those common EDC flashlight tasks - things like looking under the couch for something, or lighting up the path right in front of us when walking at night.
But EDC floodlight beam-type torches typically don't throw their beams very far, and so, when we have use-cases that require us to see things at a distance, a spotlight is what we need. The Javelot series of torches from OLight have been gigantic, making them really impractical for carrying on-person for most people (generally reserved for on-weapon mounting, or professional use-cases like paramilitary, first-responders, and search & rescue).
The Olight Javelot Mini really makes a long-distance-throwing light feasible for most people - easily pocketable (especially in a jacket or hoodie pocket), yet blasts a beam up to 600 meters or 1,969 feet, which is incredible for its small footprint.
I do NOT think this light is for everyone - if you don't have a flashlight yet, I definitely recommend most people start with a compact flood-style EDC torch, but if you go camping, or, need a flashlight for emergencies to leave in the car, this light should be a serious contender (and obviously, if you require a long-distance beam throw for your job - this is a no-brainer as a backup torch).
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[@dylandog1289]

The Manker M13 is cheaper, smaller, has 144k candela instead of 88k, has a much much further throw with absolutely no spill. It also has four high and 5 low modes including a 1 lumen moonlight mode. Also uses a standard 18650 battery.

[@Jesus.X]

I only found it on one website they need to put it on amazon.

[@jimdobbs1861]

@@Jesus.X look up Sofirn if22a

[@Jesus.X]

@@jimdobbs1861 I actually did im probably buying the smaller one they make the SC21 pro model

[@AudibleVisibIe]

Yeah lol this must be the first flashlight he's ever owned

[@myday6074]

Lumintop x9l has same bezel size, 160k candela, 6500lm and 21700 battery.

[@curiousj87]

The subtleties to hit the like button were cute 🤣🥰

[@OlightCanada]

Thanks for the great review. Very informative. And the production value is tremendous!

[@donwin6199]

Real imppresive throw for its size man definitely deserves to be c alled mini and looksreallu good too

[@melodylaoshi5985]

Very interesting! Great video. Thank you!

[@TheLoneRanger745]

I would say for a Duty holster , O- light should have made the light pointing to the ground to protect the lens, into around capture bottom and then semi circle clip snaping into place on the handle . Using a kydex material

[@1lumen]

It was probably done on purpose since it's a thrower. (talking about the lack of a low mode) But if you want it for EDC, that's important to have.

[@bigdaddychud]

I was not going to buy one, but you MADE me do it. Nice review, plain simple and to the point. Thanks.

[@AudibleVisibIe]

Eh, way better lights out there for the same or less money

[@bigdaddychud]

@@AudibleVisibIe Ok, Examples?

[@simont3686]

@@bigdaddychud Manker MC13. Olight really is a waste of money.

[@aarontomaselli4910]

Cool light, but I already have the Warrior X Turbo. Far larger light that does come with a clip and a holster. I also EDC a Lumintop GT Nano and FROG. Prime day was good back in the summer, customized both of those lights from keychain to upgraded runtimes and brightness with 10440 batteries.

[@derspreewalder2286]

Thanks for your presentation.

[@derspreewalder2286]

Thanks for your presentation.👍

[@mitchmazerolle3168]

Great vid. Well scripted and equally well edited. I'm new to your channel and haven't explored your back catalog of content, however if you want to add some additionally geeky technical detail, consider picking up a Sekonic C-700R-U Spectromaster spectrometer and/or the Sekonic Litemaster Pro L-478DR-U to capture output and spectrum data when having some measured data is needed alongside the subjective user experience. These are great tools for use when working with lighting and can definitely put published manufacturer output claims into clearer view when delving into the photometrics. In any event...enjoyed the vid and now subbed. Thanks!

[@howyoudurrinhunneh]

Thank you for getting this out before the sale! I think a side button that adds 50 200 600 1000 It would be perfect. I will still probably get one.

[@bullridermusic2054]

You would be blow away with my Fenix TK30 with 363,000 candela. I tested it on a golf course along with google earth meausuring and found I can illuminate an object a little under 1,000 ft with only its max 500 lumens mode. It's a class 3 white laser flashlight, it's insane.

[@Rhosticks]

Great video.

[@jonaslagneryd]

You are phenomenal!

[@FredPrana]

I think the big advantage of this model is, that is has only two modes. That makes it so easy to operate. ;)

[@Eric2300jeep]

It's a solid light for sure. I also agree, that not having a Moonlight mode, makes this light very undesirable. A simple press and hold (like they have on most of their other lights) would vastly improve its usability. My current diode based thrower is the Fenix HT18 and I absolutely love it. Wicked distance and excellent color temperature. Around $45 more (give or take) but, it's a much more functional light than the Javelot.

[@squirts1]

I think you'd be more surprised by the lumintop GT series lights. Olight spends a lot on marketing (and on "influencers") The Lumintop GT Mini with the NM1 emitter is throwing about 370,000 candella at 1000 lumens in a very compact 18650 body.

[@John-cm3yl]

Lumintop is great. I agree with you 100 per cent about olight. Theyre good lights but theres so much better out there for less dough.

[@Jesus.X]

Ill check that out

[@squirts1]

@@Jesus.X There are 3 versions of the GT mini, and they perform vastly differently from each other primarily due to having wildly different emitters. Just something to take note of. If you want a true pocket thrower with a very focused hotspot, seek out the version with the Osram NM1 emitter. It's more difficult to find. This version has the lowest overall lumen output by VASTLY superior candela, focus, and hotspot intensity. Just a matter of what you want out of it.

[@Jesus.X]

@@squirts1 it is definitely hard to find only found the tiny mini version. I did buy a rovyvon aurora a1 tho it will come in handy.

[@betelgeuse4138]

It's basically the same as the lumintop D3 but more expensive and less impressive.

[@Grasshoffg]

Fantastic Comparison found it very interesting!

[@befalcon9498]

No its not. Its terrible. it was an apples to steak comparison

[@KrisCox]

Nice review, brother!

[@Highgear145]

I'm getting the new Javalot Tac weapon light...but I'm waiting for a video

[@garyhochstetler7082]

I have 5 Olights and they are great. The only thing I don’t like is that they don’t all take the same charger. They look the same but they aren’t the same.

[@Netty7787]

New flashlight thanks

[@kassabiann]

I’d rather sacrifice it’s “firmness” to have an opportunity to choose between spotlight and flood, but it will be a different torch )

[@adamjohnsonmusicvideos]

Fenix HT-30 is what I'll grab for such an occasion

[@boomdoggy]

OMG Great Review!!! Now Subbed🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@brandonwayne2343]

Exactly it needs a moonlight mode same with worrior x turbo

[@gundam0816]

hi, i love your glasses. what brand are they?

[@sharingallgoodfruit8513]

Great video, new subscription 👍

[@OnusBones]

Interesting. While my collection needs a good thrower, I'm not sure I want yet another battery type. I'll have to think about it.

[@KrisCox]

Having owned Olight’s products for years, I can confidently say that you most likely won’t be removing this battery after the first couple days; using the magnetic tailcap charging is SO easy and convenient, I never have to worry about having any of my Olights in a low-charge status. (Why would you remove it in the first few days? Only to look at it and wonder about the non-standard size, I suppose.)

[@OnusBones]

@@KrisCox Oh that's all true, but it means I'd need to get at least one or two spares. The original ought to last years though, especially since I would not be cycling it often at all.

[@KrisCox]

@@MagosOfTheLuminary The (more recent) Seekers use either an 18650 or a 21700, not a 26550. In the official Olight video, Sean explains that this size battery was chosen to keep the size of the light as small as it is.

[@KrisCox]

@@OnusBones I have YET to buy (or need) a spare (proprietary) battery for any of my Olights, and I have been using them for years and years. The only ones I’ve bought spares for are the ones that use standard-sized batteries like AA cells (which typically will use NiMH rechargeables).

[@randomescu]

Look at Acebeam L17. Imo is better in all the aspects. Longer throw, cheaper, regular 18650.

[@nigelh3253]

I think OLight has a special magnetic round charger which is unique to the OLight range. (ie, not USB-C or micro-USB). What happens if I lose the charger lead? OK, I can buy a spare on Amazon. Maybe I should.

[@KrisCox]

Buy another Olight. It’ll come with another charging cable. And unless you are buying one of their WMLs, it will charge all the other Olights.

[@anthonymoscon18]

where did you get the blade ?

[@vorosimre5047]

This seems to be the Olight version of the Sofirn IF22... Only that Sofirn is much, much cheaper and runs on a 21700 battery.

[@elm2143]

Try the wurkkos ts10 mini

[@elsigotchest0422]

Olights all about hype

[@chrisfs150]

Sofirn if22a has a 3rd more throw range, And is just 1/3rd of the cost of the javelot mini Oh and its got much the same build quality, and has a better battery supplied with it. Better control system too

[@tunsiehelden]

You should mention that it’s only for US and Canada

[@engbooi]

too late, saw the 15lm, now i need it

[@WolverineBlue17]

How long can it maintain 1000 lumens on a charge?

[@howyoudurrinhunneh]

High 1,000~500~200 lumens Run time High 6.5 + 78 + 19 minutes Pasted from the site For heat reasons it drops from 1000 to 500 after 6.5 minutes, but I think it's temperature sensing not an actual timer because high mode lasts longer in cold weather.

[@Jesus.X]

This light is out of stock can't find it anywhere.

[@leungsam1972]

香港玩家， 我一直都有買開用開olight嘅電筒， 你支電筒定位好奇怪， 1000流明， 不過咁大支， 專用電池18500！ 如果他的售價是＄20-30 美元， 還可以考慮， 高過呢個價錢， 其他太多選擇

[@markcastro5705]

Im a nitecore fan

[@bryanzogbaum1188]

I've lost 2 expensive flashlights with detachable clips, I will never carry like that again.

[@joseeduardobarrundia332]

No strob????

[@KrisCox]

Nope… no strobe on this one.

[@joseeduardobarrundia332]

@@KrisCox oooo men ¡!¡

[@KrisCox]

@@joseeduardobarrundia332 Just low (200 lumens) or high (1000 lumens), either momentary (if you press and hold) or constant-on (if you press and release quickly).

[@chaoticadventure]

Sofirn if22a is way better and costs WAY less and is also a power bank!

[@epicswordmewz7007]

It's an interesting light, but as usual, it's very overpriced. If it were about 40 bucks, I would consider buying one. I'm currently very happy with my Emisar D1 with SFT40 for 45 dollars, which outperforms the Javelot Mini and has so many more useful features.

[@EverydayAmerican556]

how long till this one blows you up?

[@joeframo3347]

They don't even give you a what kind of LED that light has all the other companies have SBT 90.2 or SST 70s they don't give you anything it just says bulb I mean what in the hell

[@wildwestunlimited]

OLight has LOST my business forever! I bought an OLight M30 Triton a while back. I paid about $140 for it from a dealer at a gun show, soon after that, it quit on me. I called OLight support, they asked me what the serial number is. I asked them where is it?. They said it's on the outside of the light. I let them know that there is no serial number anywhere on the light. They didn't believe me and told me that the light is then obviously out of warranty. They had NO idea of its age, but they just made the "knee-jerk reaction" and deemed it out of warranty. I'll NEVER do business with this company again. What do the youngsters say today.... SORRY, NOT SORRY!!!!

[@klausheisler5014]

Acebeam L17 & L18 both destroy this thing. Not even close.

[@ritterbruder212]

Lol just get a Sofirn IF22A

[@zampination]

Not sponsored... but no one is mentioning the huge negative of Olights not being able to charge by the universally adapted usb-c type port and to be able to use commonly available everywhere non proprietary batteries.... You literally can't take the light somewhere with you for a couple of days without having to also bring along their proprietary magnetic charging cable. what happens if you forget it and you are somewhere away from home? Or if it breaks? Yeap, your Olight will turn to Odark... But a type-c charger can be found everywhere even in caves by now. They're literally scattered all around the globe... Fenix got their s**t together and are now putting usb-c charging ports on their lights... Olight should too.. it's the main reason why I literally can't buy one even though i like many of their offerings. Also a Sofirn if22a is a far better light, brighter, longer range, ramping mode brightness, stepped mode brightness, usb-c, strobe, it can also be used as 5000mah powerbank when needed and is also cheaper than this thing... I bet it will last longer too without any problems, so why would any informed customer even consider buying this? They won't

[@Basement_CNC]

the sofirn if22a is way cheaper and has the same or better output, so why would i buy this one🤷‍♂️

[@zampination]

The Sofirn has double the output and double the range too. 2000 lumens and almost 2500ft of throw, better Beam and relaxing to the eyes spill area due to the TIR lens, usb-c, powerbank function, ramping and stepped mode brightness, strobe, low battery indicator and is cheaper too... Only insane or misinformed people would get this over the Sofirn if22a, i agree

[@joeframo3347]

Both lights suck not bright enough for me not enough throw

[@yamahaevo]

Useless? 600 meter only clickbait

[@KaizerBillimoria]

You're not comparing apples to apples. Unsubscribed.

[@MrGrae333]

Bro, I'll be honest, I don't know when or why I subscribed to you but your rapid hand movements at the beginning made me nervous so I had to unsubscribe. Jk I'll give you another chance. Just one.

[@donkykon2094]

the most boring review on the tube

[@logiciskindness]

Would be better without the cursing

[@Ihatezidiotz]

Ever hear the term: Comparing apples and oranges???

[@TENNESSEETRACKHAWK]

1000 lumens makes me lol literally

[@krenkrennic117]

You a queen tho

[@cdrbmw]

Awefull flashlight. Wasted energy making this review.

[@boomdoggy]

OMG Great Review!!! Now Subbed🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸