Nitecore TUP 2 vs Sofirn SC13 Mini size comparison
The Sofirn SC13 Mini is 5.4 mm (0.21 in) shorter than the Nitecore TUP 2, and 1.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn SC13 Mini is 5.4 mm (0.21 in) shorter than the Nitecore TUP 2, and 1.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore TUP 2 Check price ↗ | Sofirn SC13 Mini Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 70 mm (2.76 in) | 64.6 mm (2.54 in)−5.4 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 28.5 mm (1.12 in)−1.5 mm |
| Thickness | 27 mm (1.06 in) | — |
| Weight | 58 g listed | 40 g without battery |
| Battery | Built-in | 18350 |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 1,300 lm |
| Throw | 125 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $59.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $19.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Listed W 27 x H 30 mm | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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TUP 2 vs SC13 Mini: how they differ
Size and weight
The Sofirn SC13 Mini is the shorter light: 64.6 mm (2.54 in) against 70 mm (2.76 in), a difference of 5.4 mm (8%). At its widest point the Sofirn SC13 Mini is 1.5 mm slimmer (28.5 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TUP 2: 58 g listed; Sofirn SC13 Mini: 40 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Sofirn SC13 Mini is rated brighter: 1,300 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Nitecore TUP 2, 8% more.
Battery
The Nitecore TUP 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Sofirn SC13 Mini runs on a removable 18350 battery. Only the Sofirn SC13 Mini lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TUP 2 was $59.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Sofirn SC13 Mini from $19.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC13 Mini cost $39.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore TUP 2 if you want a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Sofirn SC13 Mini if you want a shorter light (5.4 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (1.5 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Nitecore TUP 2 Check price ↗ Sofirn SC13 Mini
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TUP 2 vs SC13 Mini FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore TUP 2 or the Sofirn SC13 Mini?
The Sofirn SC13 Mini is the shorter light: 64.6 mm (2.54 in) against 70 mm (2.76 in), a difference of 5.4 mm (8%). At its widest point the Sofirn SC13 Mini is 1.5 mm slimmer (28.5 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TUP 2: 58 g listed; Sofirn SC13 Mini: 40 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore TUP 2 or the Sofirn SC13 Mini?
The Sofirn SC13 Mini is rated brighter: 1,300 lm maximum vs 1,200 lm for the Nitecore TUP 2, 8% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore TUP 2 or the Sofirn SC13 Mini?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TUP 2 was $59.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Sofirn SC13 Mini from $19.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC13 Mini cost $39.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore TUP 2 and Sofirn SC13 Mini use the same battery?
The Nitecore TUP 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Sofirn SC13 Mini runs on a removable 18350 battery. Only the Sofirn SC13 Mini lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore TUP 2: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $59.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Sofirn SC13 Mini: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price from $19.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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