MiniPro III vs XM-3

$55 vs $40
25 Lumens vs 70 Lumens
Both 2 hours of run time

What's so good about the MiniPro III besides the form factor?

XM-3 is 70 lumens?

Theoretically. But even if it is at least 50, it would double the output of the MiniPro III. I need a justification for keeping my order (besides the fact that the dealer hasn't updated the thread).

Errr, the mini can run off 1xAA

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GarageBoy said:
Errr, the mini can run off 1xAA

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If you get it machined. Which would bring costs up to ~$80. Brightness is reduced to ~10 Lumens.

I don't know anything at this time that makes me think the XM3 will be any brighter or dimmer than my Lambda pill (which is QUITE nice!!!).

My money order pre-order stands anyway!

The Mini*Mag is lighter. I like twirling the MiniPro in my hand.

Min*Mag with batteries, 3.8 oz.
XM-3 with batteries, 7 oz.

Easy to replace Mag body using either the Mag warranty or go to your nearest drugstore for a new, inexpensive, body. So I suppose on a whim you could change the color of the body of the light whenever you want to in a minute.

The "wow!" factor of the Min*Mag with a bright light, round and powerful throwing beam still works everytime at work. It still "wows" me. So the Min*Mag is a light that surprises people. The XM-3 looks serious and I don't think the beam "wow" factor works as well for it.

I have the MiniPro in my hand (OK, it is not in my hand when I type) and I'm still waiting for my XM-3. That has to be an advantage.

b2p: For you, EL's XM-3 sounds like what you want. Giving up your place on the list will be appreciated by all those behind you.

He's been away from the forum for a few days on much more urgent business than updating the waiting list for the MiniPro and coddling impatient maybe/maybe-not customers.

Wayne said when he gets back he'll have lots of good things to tell everyone.