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Nitecore TIP SE vs Nitecore TUP
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TUP stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TUP stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 143% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TUP stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 104% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TUP stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TUP stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% 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$34.95Cheapest
US$85Most expensive
Weight
26.1 g (0.92 oz)Lightest
53.2 g (1.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
60 mm (2.36 in)Shortest
70.3 mm (2.77 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
700 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
2100 cdLowest candela
8130 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
98 m (322 ft)Lowest
180 m (591 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion (1200mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IP54
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy
Plastic + aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryUrban preparednessTactical quick-accessEmergency use
EDCKeychain carryShort illuminationEmergencyTactical use
Common praise
High output brightness of 700 lumens in a very compact keychain sizeUSB-C fast charging with visible charge indicatorDual LED design improves brightness and beam uniformityLightweight and durable aluminum alloy body with IP54 ratingLong runtime on low mode up to ~50 hours
Compact and lightweightGood output for sizeUseful OLED displayMultiple brightness levels with easy interfaceQuick USB chargingMetal key ring withstands heavy weight
Common complaints
Limited impact resistance to 1 meterNo replaceable battery (built-in only)Splash resistant but not fully waterproof
Plastic body is prone to damage, especially on keychainNo tailstand capabilityLED not perfectly centered in optic
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