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Nitecore TIP SE vs Olight i1R 2 Pro

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Olight i1R 2 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i1R 2 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 289% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Olight i1R 2 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Olight i1R 2 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Olight i1R 2 Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 289% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Olight i1R 2 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 317% 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.

Nitecore TIP SE — Beam distance: 98 m (322 ft)Nitecore TIP SE — Weight: 26.1 g (0.92 oz)Nitecore TIP SE — Length: 60 mm (2.36 in)Nitecore TIP SE — Retail price: US$34.95Nitecore TIP SE — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Nitecore TIP SE — Max lumens: 700 lmOlight i1R 2 Pro — Beam distance: 48 m (157 ft)Olight i1R 2 Pro — Weight: 22 g (0.78 oz)Olight i1R 2 Pro — Length: 44 mm (1.73 in)Olight i1R 2 Pro — Retail price: US$21.95Olight i1R 2 Pro — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Olight i1R 2 Pro — Max lumens: 180 lmBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$34.95Most expensive
US$21.95Cheapest
Weight
26.1 g (0.92 oz)Heaviest
22 g (0.78 oz)Lightest
Length
60 mm (2.36 in)Longest
44 mm (1.73 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
700 lmHighest output
180 lmLowest output
Max candela
2100 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
98 m (322 ft)Highest
48 m (157 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 minLongest runtime
720 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery
Built-in 130mAh lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Urban Preparedness▣Tactical Quick Access▣Emergency Use
▣Everyday Carry▣Keychain Carry▣Backup Light
Common praise
✓High Output Brightness Of 700 Lumens In A Very Compact Keychain Size✓USB C Fast Charging With Visible Charge Indicator✓Dual LED Design Improves Brightness And Beam Uniformity✓Lightweight And Durable Aluminum Alloy Body With Ip54 Rating✓Long Runtime On Low Mode Up To ~50 Hours
✓Compact And Lightweight For Keychain Carry✓USB C Charging Port For Convenience✓Good Brightness (180 Lumens) For Its Size✓Simple Twist Operation With Two Modes✓Waterproof To Ipx8 Standard
Common complaints
⚠Limited Impact Resistance To 1 Meter⚠No Replaceable Battery (built In Only)⚠Splash Resistant But Not Fully Waterproof
⚠Limited Maximum Beam Distance And Runtime Due To Small Size⚠Not Suitable For Heavy Duty Or Tactical Applications

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