Fenix MINI-LITE vs Nitecore TIP 3 size comparison
The Nitecore TIP 3 is 10 mm (0.39 in) longer than the Fenix MINI-LITE, and 3 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore TIP 3 is 10 mm (0.39 in) longer than the Fenix MINI-LITE, and 3 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix MINI-LITE Check price ↗ | Nitecore TIP 3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 52 mm (2.05 in) | 62 mm (2.44 in)+10 mm |
| Head / width | 23 mm (0.91 in) | 26 mm (1.02 in)+3 mm |
| Thickness | 20 mm (0.79 in) | 15 mm (0.59 in)−5 mm |
| Weight | 18 g with battery | 30 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 150 lm | 720 lm |
| Throw | 40 m | 92 m |
| Type | Keychain | Keychain |
| Price | $19.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $34.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 23.0 mm wide x 20.0 mm thick | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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MINI-LITE vs TIP 3: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix MINI-LITE is the shorter light: 52 mm (2.05 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 10 mm (16%). At its widest point the Fenix MINI-LITE is 3 mm slimmer (23 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix MINI-LITE: 18 g with battery; Nitecore TIP 3: 30 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore TIP 3 is rated brighter: 720 lm maximum vs 150 lm for the Fenix MINI-LITE, 380% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TIP 3 reaches further: 92 m vs 40 m rated throw (130% more).
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix MINI-LITE was $19.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore TIP 3 $34.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix MINI-LITE cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are keychain lights in our catalog with a flat body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix MINI-LITE if you want a shorter light (10 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower). Choose the Nitecore TIP 3 if you want more output (720 lm vs 150 lm) and longer throw (92 m vs 40 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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MINI-LITE vs TIP 3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix MINI-LITE or the Nitecore TIP 3?
The Fenix MINI-LITE is the shorter light: 52 mm (2.05 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 10 mm (16%). At its widest point the Fenix MINI-LITE is 3 mm slimmer (23 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix MINI-LITE: 18 g with battery; Nitecore TIP 3: 30 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix MINI-LITE or the Nitecore TIP 3?
The Nitecore TIP 3 is rated brighter: 720 lm maximum vs 150 lm for the Fenix MINI-LITE, 380% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TIP 3 reaches further: 92 m vs 40 m rated throw (130% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix MINI-LITE or the Nitecore TIP 3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix MINI-LITE was $19.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore TIP 3 $34.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix MINI-LITE cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix MINI-LITE and Nitecore TIP 3 use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Fenix MINI-LITE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $19.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore TIP 3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $34.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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