Comparison Console
Nitecore TINI3 vs Olight i5R EOS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 130% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 130% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 102% 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$39.95
US$39.95
Weight
20 g (0.71 oz)Lightest
60 g (2.12 oz)Heaviest
Length
47.2 mm (1.86 in)Shortest
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
2050 cdHighest candela
1247 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
90 m (295 ft)Highest
70.6 m (232 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5100 minLongest runtime
2220 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 330mAh Li-ion battery
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Commuting And Urban UseEmergency And Backup Lighting
EDCUsers Wanting A Dual Chemistry Cell FlashlightThose Appreciating Unique Plum Color
Common praise
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
Unique Plum Color With Attractive FinishCompact Size For Everyday CarrySolid Light Performance Up To 350 LumensIncludes Custom Rechargeable 2.4v Lithium Ion Cell And USB C Charging
Common complaints
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
Included Specialized 2.4v Cell Not Compatible With Standard 14500 Chargers Or BatteriesSpring Edge Can Snag Battery When Screwing On Tailcap Without Modification
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