Comparison Console
Nitecore TINI3 vs ThruNite Ti3
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 25% 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 8% 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 TINI3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% 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
20 g (0.71 oz)Lightest
26.5 g (0.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
47.2 mm (1.86 in)Shortest
60.8 mm (2.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
650 lmHighest output
Max candela
2050 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
90 m (295 ft)Lowest
105 m (344 ft)Highest
Max runtime
5100 minLongest runtime
3830 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 330mAh Li-ion 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
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
6061-T6 aerospace aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Commuting and urban useEmergency and backup lighting
Everyday carry (EDC)CampingEmergenciesKeychain carryHands-free use with magnetic tailcap
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
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 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
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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