Comparison Console
Nitecore TUP vs ThruNite Ti3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TUP stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TUP stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 326% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TUP stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 101% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TUP stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TUP stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10% 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$85Most expensive
US$19.95Cheapest
Weight
53.2 g (1.88 oz)Heaviest
26.5 g (0.93 oz)Lightest
Length
70.3 mm (2.77 in)Longest
60.8 mm (2.39 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
650 lmLowest output
Max candela
8130 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Highest
105 m (344 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
3830 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion (1200mAh)
USB-C rechargeable Li-ion internal battery
Charging type
Micro-USB
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
Plastic + aluminum
6061-T6 aerospace aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCKeychain carryShort illuminationEmergencyTactical use
Everyday carry (EDC)CampingEmergenciesKeychain carryHands-free use with magnetic tailcap
Common praise
Compact and lightweightGood output for sizeUseful OLED displayMultiple brightness levels with easy interfaceQuick USB chargingMetal key ring withstands heavy weight
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
Plastic body is prone to damage, especially on keychainNo tailstand capabilityLED not perfectly centered in optic
Use of twist switch may be less convenient than button switchRelatively short runtime on highest brightness settingNot a tactical-grade flashlight
Dataset Expansion
Missing a brand?
Suggest an EDC brand for CarryCrew to research and add to the comparison database.
Community indexing queue online