Nitecore TINI 2 vs Nitecore TIP 3 size comparison
The Nitecore TIP 3 is 16 mm (0.63 in) longer than the Nitecore TINI 2, and 1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore TIP 3 is 16 mm (0.63 in) longer than the Nitecore TINI 2, and 1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore TINI 2 Check price ↗ | Nitecore TIP 3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 46 mm (1.81 in) | 62 mm (2.44 in)+16 mm |
| Head / width | 25 mm (0.98 in) | 26 mm (1.02 in)+1 mm |
| Thickness | 12 mm (0.47 in) | 15 mm (0.59 in)+3 mm |
| Weight | 26 g listed | 30 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 500 lm | 720 lm |
| Throw | 89 m | 92 m |
| Type | Keychain | Keychain |
| Price | from $39.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $34.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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TINI 2 vs TIP 3: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore TINI 2 is the shorter light: 46 mm (1.81 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 16 mm (26%). At its widest point the Nitecore TINI 2 is 1 mm slimmer (25 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TINI 2: 26 g listed; 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 500 lm for the Nitecore TINI 2, 44% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TIP 3 reaches further: 92 m vs 89 m rated throw (3% 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 TIP 3 $34.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore TIP 3 cost $5.00 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 Nitecore TINI 2 if you want a shorter light (16 mm shorter). Choose the Nitecore TIP 3 if you want more output (720 lm vs 500 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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TINI 2 vs TIP 3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore TINI 2 or the Nitecore TIP 3?
The Nitecore TINI 2 is the shorter light: 46 mm (1.81 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 16 mm (26%). At its widest point the Nitecore TINI 2 is 1 mm slimmer (25 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TINI 2: 26 g listed; Nitecore TIP 3: 30 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore TINI 2 or the Nitecore TIP 3?
The Nitecore TIP 3 is rated brighter: 720 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Nitecore TINI 2, 44% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TIP 3 reaches further: 92 m vs 89 m rated throw (3% more).
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore TINI 2 or the Nitecore TIP 3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TINI 2 was from $39.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore TIP 3 $34.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore TIP 3 cost $5.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore TINI 2 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
- Nitecore TINI 2: specs from Nitecore product page (manufacturer); manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price from $39.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore TIP 3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $34.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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