Nitecore TIKI vs Nitecore TINI 3 size comparison
The Nitecore TINI 3 is 8 mm (0.31 in) shorter than the Nitecore TIKI, and 11 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore TINI 3 is 8 mm (0.31 in) shorter than the Nitecore TIKI, and 11 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore TIKI Check price ↗ | Nitecore TINI 3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 55 mm (2.17 in) | 47 mm (1.85 in)−8 mm |
| Head / width | 14 mm (0.55 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)+11 mm |
| Body | 14 mm (0.55 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 14 mm (0.55 in) |
| Weight | 12 g listed | 20 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 300 lm | 600 lm |
| Throw | 71 m | 90 m |
| Type | Keychain | Keychain |
| Price | $19.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $39.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Only head diameter listed | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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TIKI vs TINI 3: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore TINI 3 is the shorter light: 47 mm (1.85 in) against 55 mm (2.17 in), a difference of 8 mm (15%). At its widest point the Nitecore TIKI is 11 mm slimmer (14 vs 25 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TIKI: 12 g listed; Nitecore TINI 3: 20 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore TINI 3 is rated brighter: 600 lm maximum vs 300 lm for the Nitecore TIKI, 100% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TINI 3 reaches further: 90 m vs 71 m rated throw (27% 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 Nitecore TIKI was $19.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore TINI 3 $39.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore TIKI cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are keychain lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore TIKI if you want a slimmer profile (11 mm narrower). Choose the Nitecore TINI 3 if you want a shorter light (8 mm shorter), more output (600 lm vs 300 lm) and longer throw (90 m vs 71 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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TIKI vs TINI 3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore TIKI or the Nitecore TINI 3?
The Nitecore TINI 3 is the shorter light: 47 mm (1.85 in) against 55 mm (2.17 in), a difference of 8 mm (15%). At its widest point the Nitecore TIKI is 11 mm slimmer (14 vs 25 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TIKI: 12 g listed; Nitecore TINI 3: 20 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore TIKI or the Nitecore TINI 3?
The Nitecore TINI 3 is rated brighter: 600 lm maximum vs 300 lm for the Nitecore TIKI, 100% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TINI 3 reaches further: 90 m vs 71 m rated throw (27% more).
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore TIKI or the Nitecore TINI 3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TIKI was $19.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore TINI 3 $39.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore TIKI cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore TIKI and Nitecore TINI 3 use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Nitecore TIKI: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $19.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore TINI 3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $39.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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