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Nitecore TIP SE vs ThruNite Ti3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TIP SE 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 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 28% 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$34.95Most expensive
US$19.95Cheapest
Weight
26.1 g (0.92 oz)Lightest
26.5 g (0.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
60 mm (2.36 in)Shortest
60.8 mm (2.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
700 lmHighest output
650 lmLowest output
Max candela
2100 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
98 m (322 ft)Lowest
105 m (344 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
3830 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable 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
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy
6061-T6 aerospace aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryUrban preparednessTactical quick-accessEmergency use
Everyday carry (EDC)CampingEmergenciesKeychain carryHands-free use with magnetic tailcap
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
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 impact resistance to 1 meterNo replaceable battery (built-in only)Splash resistant but not fully waterproof
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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