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Nitecore TIKI LE vs ThruNite Ti3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TIKI LE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% 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 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI LE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI LE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 152% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI LE 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 LE 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$22.95Most expensive
US$19.95Cheapest
Weight
10.5 g (0.37 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 130mAh Li-ion battery
USB-C rechargeable Li-ion internal battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
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: aluminum alloy; body: PC (V0)
6061-T6 aerospace aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDC useKeychain carrySignaling with red and blue LEDsLightweight and compact tasks
Everyday carry (EDC)CampingEmergenciesKeychain carryHands-free use with magnetic tailcap
Common praise
Compact and ultralight at 10.5 gramsBright 300 lumen OSRAM P8 LEDVersatile auxiliary red and blue LEDs for signalingBuilt-in rechargeable battery with USB-C chargingIP66 waterproof ratingEasy one-handed operation with single switch
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 maximum runtime at highest output (around 30 minutes)Small battery capacity may limit overall usage timeRelatively short impact resistance (1 meter)
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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