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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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