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Nitecore TIKI UV vs ThruNite Ti3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TIKI UV 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 20% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3092% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV 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 UV stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3092% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 11% 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$25Most 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
Unknown
650 lm
Max candela
36 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
12 m (39 ft)Lowest
105 m (344 ft)Highest
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
3830 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in Li-ion battery
USB-C rechargeable Li-ion internal battery
Charging type
USB-C built-in charging circuit
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
Body: PC (V0) plastics; Head: aluminum alloy
6061-T6 aerospace aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
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
Everyday carry (EDC)CampingEmergenciesKeychain carryHands-free use with magnetic tailcap
Common praise
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
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 (1 meter)Lower maximum runtime on UV mode (up to 2 hours)Beam distance limited to ~12 meters
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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