Comparison Console
Nitecore LA10 CRI vs Nitecore TIKI UV
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1050% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 307% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1050% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA10 CRI stands out as the shortest throw option for beam distance, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the longest throw option for beam distance, with about a 20% 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
US$25
US$25
Weight
42.7 g (1.51 oz)Heaviest
10.5 g (0.37 oz)Lightest
Length
78.5 mm (3.09 in)Longest
55 mm (2.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
85 lm
Unknown
Max candela
Unknown
36 cd
Beam distance
10 m (33 ft)Lowest
12 m (39 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1380 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA
Built-in Li-ion battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C built-in charging circuit
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX6
IP66
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminium alloy
Body: PC (V0) plastics; Head: aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
CampingEmergency pendant lightPortable 360-degree flood illumination
Everyday carryUV detection for currency, documents, forensic, gemologyShort-range illumination for reading and campingUse as keychain lightApplications requiring UV light and high CRI white light
Common praise
Compact and lightweight360-degree flood illuminationLong battery runtimeMagnetic tail cap for attachmentRetractable diffuser for portability
Compact and lightweight designStrong UV output for various detection tasksDurable and IP66 rated for dust and water resistanceBuilt-in rechargeable battery with fast chargingSimple single-button interface with multiple modes
Common complaints
Limited beam distance (10 meters only)Low maximum brightness (85 lumens)No included battery
Limited impact resistance (1 meter)Lower maximum runtime on UV mode (up to 2 hours)Beam distance limited to ~12 meters
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