Olight Odin S vs SureFire X300U-A size comparison
The SureFire X300U-A is 32.5 mm (1.28 in) shorter than the Olight Odin S, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (with batteries vs listed), so compare them with care.
The SureFire X300U-A is 32.5 mm (1.28 in) shorter than the Olight Odin S, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (with batteries vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Olight Odin S Check price ↗ | SureFire X300U-A Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 128 mm (5.04 in) | 95.5 mm (3.76 in)−32.5 mm |
| Head / width | 29 mm (1.14 in) | 28.6 mm (1.13 in)−0.4 mm |
| Body | 29 mm (1.14 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 28.6 mm (1.13 in) |
| Weight | 193 g listed | 113 g with batteries |
| Battery | 18650 | 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 1,500 lm | 1,000 lm |
| Throw | 250 m | 213 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $149.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $379.00 at surefire.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | surefire.com sourced SureFire publishes length and bezel diameter only (drawn at bezel height); throw computed from 11,300 cd peak intensity |
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Odin S vs X300U-A: how they differ
Size and weight
The SureFire X300U-A is the shorter light: 95.5 mm (3.76 in) against 128 mm (5.04 in), a difference of 32.5 mm (25%). At their widest points they are about the same (29 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Olight Odin S: 193 g listed; SureFire X300U-A: 113 g with batteries), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Olight Odin S is rated brighter: 1,500 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the SureFire X300U-A, 50% more. For beam distance the Olight Odin S reaches further: 250 m vs 213 m rated throw (17% more).
Battery
The Olight Odin S runs on a removable 18650 battery; the SureFire X300U-A runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight Odin S was $149.99 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire X300U-A $379.00 at surefire.com, so the Olight Odin S cost $229.01 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are weapon lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Olight Odin S if you want more output (1,500 lm vs 1,000 lm) and longer throw (250 m vs 213 m). Choose the SureFire X300U-A if you want a shorter light (32.5 mm shorter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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Odin S vs X300U-A FAQ
Which is smaller, the Olight Odin S or the SureFire X300U-A?
The SureFire X300U-A is the shorter light: 95.5 mm (3.76 in) against 128 mm (5.04 in), a difference of 32.5 mm (25%). At their widest points they are about the same (29 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Olight Odin S: 193 g listed; SureFire X300U-A: 113 g with batteries), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Olight Odin S or the SureFire X300U-A?
The Olight Odin S is rated brighter: 1,500 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the SureFire X300U-A, 50% more. For beam distance the Olight Odin S reaches further: 250 m vs 213 m rated throw (17% more).
Which is cheaper, the Olight Odin S or the SureFire X300U-A?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight Odin S was $149.99 at batteryjunction.com and the SureFire X300U-A $379.00 at surefire.com, so the Olight Odin S cost $229.01 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Olight Odin S and SureFire X300U-A use the same battery?
The Olight Odin S runs on a removable 18650 battery; the SureFire X300U-A runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Olight Odin S: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $149.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- SureFire X300U-A: specs from SureFire product page (manufacturer). Price $379.00 from surefire.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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