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Nitecore MT06MD vs Nitecore TINI3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 143% 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$32Cheapest
US$39.95Most expensive
Weight
22 g (0.78 oz)Heaviest
20 g (0.71 oz)Lightest
Length
128 mm (5.04 in)Longest
47.2 mm (1.86 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
180 lmLowest output
600 lmHighest output
Max candela
860 cdLowest candela
2050 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
58 m (190 ft)Lowest
90 m (295 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2100 minShortest runtime
5100 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 × AAA
Built-in 330mAh Li-ion battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IP54
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodising
Aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Medical professionals for pupil inspection and injury diagnosisEMTsClose-up detailed tasksHousehold chores requiring flood light in close quarters
Everyday carry (EDC)Commuting and urban useEmergency and backup lighting
Common praise
High color rendering index (CRI >90) for accurate color representationLightweight and compact form factorGood runtime of up to 35 hoursDurable aerospace grade aluminum alloy body with quality anodizingTurns on in low mode by default to avoid flashing patientsSuitable for alcohol sterilizationStable and consistent output with efficient circuitry
Compact and lightweight for easy everyday carrySelectable warm, neutral, and cool white color temperaturesBright output for a keychain light with 600 lumens maxLong runtime up to 85 hours at ultralow modeDurable construction with IP54 rating and impact resistanceConvenient USB-C charging with OLED display for realtime info
Common complaints
No mode memory, always starts in low modeThreads are thin which could affect durability long termNot rechargeable, requires AAA batteriesNot designed for tactical or high-impact use
Limited water resistance (IP54) not suitable for full submersionOnly moderate beam distance for some tactical usesTight on runtime at highest brightness settingsNo removable battery; fixed internal battery limits long-term battery replacement
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