Nitecore TINI 2 vs Nitecore TINI 3 size comparison

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The Nitecore TINI 3 is 1 mm (0.04 in) longer than the Nitecore TINI 2, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.

Nitecore TINI 2 · 46 mmNitecore TINI 3 · 47 mm

The Nitecore TINI 3 is 1 mm (0.04 in) longer than the Nitecore TINI 2, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Nitecore TINI 2
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Nitecore TINI 3
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Length46 mm (1.81 in)47 mm (1.85 in)+1 mm
Head / width25 mm (0.98 in)25 mm (0.98 in)same
Thickness12 mm (0.47 in)14 mm (0.55 in)+2 mm
Weight26 g listed20 g listed
BatteryBuilt-inBuilt-in
Max output500 lm600 lm
Throw89 m90 m
TypeKeychainKeychain
Pricefrom $39.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$39.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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TINI 2 vs TINI 3: how they differ

Size and weight

The Nitecore TINI 2 is the shorter light: 46 mm (1.81 in) against 47 mm (1.85 in), a difference of 1 mm (2%). At their widest points they are about the same (25 vs 25 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TINI 2: 26 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 500 lm for the Nitecore TINI 2, 20% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TINI 3 reaches further: 90 m vs 89 m rated throw (1% 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 TINI 2 was from $39.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore TINI 3 $39.95 at batteryjunction.com. 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 Nitecore TINI 3 if you want more output (600 lm vs 500 lm). On the specs we track, the Nitecore TINI 3 is ahead or level everywhere; the Nitecore TINI 2 makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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TINI 2 vs TINI 3 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Nitecore TINI 2 or the Nitecore TINI 3?

The Nitecore TINI 2 is the shorter light: 46 mm (1.81 in) against 47 mm (1.85 in), a difference of 1 mm (2%). At their widest points they are about the same (25 vs 25 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TINI 2: 26 g listed; Nitecore TINI 3: 20 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Nitecore TINI 2 or the Nitecore TINI 3?

The Nitecore TINI 3 is rated brighter: 600 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Nitecore TINI 2, 20% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TINI 3 reaches further: 90 m vs 89 m rated throw (1% more).

Which is cheaper, the Nitecore TINI 2 or the Nitecore TINI 3?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TINI 2 was from $39.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore TINI 3 $39.95 at batteryjunction.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Nitecore TINI 2 and Nitecore TINI 3 use the same battery?

Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.

Compare Nitecore TINI 2 with similar lights

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Compare Nitecore TINI 3 with similar lights

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