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Nitecore TINI2 vs ThruNite Ti3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TINI2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% 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$39.95Most expensive
US$19.95Cheapest
Weight
18.8 g (0.66 oz)Lightest
26.5 g (0.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
46.6 mm (1.83 in)Shortest
60.8 mm (2.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
650 lmHighest output
Max candela
2000 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
89 m (292 ft)Lowest
105 m (344 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3600 minShortest runtime
3830 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Internal 280mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery
USB-C rechargeable Li-ion internal battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IPX-6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminium (plastic frame core), stainless steel (SS version)
6061-T6 aerospace aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryKeychain useEmergency preparednessNight-time activities
Everyday carry (EDC)CampingEmergenciesKeychain carryHands-free use with magnetic tailcap
Common praise
High brightness for sizeUseful OLED display for real-time infoConvenient USB-C fast chargingCompact and lightweight keychain designLow battery power consumption with APC technology
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
Not fully waterproof (only splash resistant)Short runtime on Turbo modeSmall OLED display may be hard to read for someTailstanding not possible due to keyring loop
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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