Comparison Console
Nitecore TIKI GITD vs ThruNite Ti3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TIKI GITD stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI GITD stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI GITD stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 121% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI GITD stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI GITD stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% 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$28.95Most expensive
US$19.95Cheapest
Weight
12 g (0.42 oz)Lightest
26.5 g (0.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
55 mm (2.17 in)Shortest
60.8 mm (2.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
300 lmLowest output
650 lmHighest output
Max candela
1260 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
71 m (233 ft)Lowest
105 m (344 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2400 minShortest runtime
3830 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in Li-ion battery (130mAh)
USB-C rechargeable Li-ion internal battery
Charging type
Micro USB port (USB-C port mentioned once but micro USB is majority)
USB-C port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX-6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Head: stainless steel alloy; Body: phosphorescent reinforced polycarbonate (PC V0)
6061-T6 aerospace aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDC keychain lightCounterfeit detection using UV lightReading or camping with high CRI lightUse in wet and weather conditions due to IP66 rating
Everyday carry (EDC)CampingEmergenciesKeychain carryHands-free use with magnetic tailcap
Common praise
Compact and ultra lightweight at 12 gramsGlows in the dark after UV or sunlight exposureGood output of 300 lumens for sizeVersatile auxiliary LEDs for UV and high CRI lightingRechargeable battery with USB chargingIP66 rating allows use in wet conditionsSimple one-button interface
Lightweight and compact size suitable for keychain carryBright output up to 650 lumensUSB-C fast charging with charge indicator LEDsMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useMultiple brightness modes including Firefly low-light mode
Common complaints
Limited impact resistance of 1 meterShorter maximum runtime at highest brightness (30 min turbo)Micro USB charging port instead of USB-C on some versions
Use of twist switch may be less convenient than button switchRelatively short runtime on highest brightness settingNot a tactical-grade flashlight
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