Fenix E05R vs Nitecore TIKI size comparison

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The Nitecore TIKI is 13 mm (0.51 in) shorter than the Fenix E05R, and 1.3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix E05R · 68 mmNitecore TIKI · 55 mm

The Nitecore TIKI is 13 mm (0.51 in) shorter than the Fenix E05R, and 1.3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix E05R
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Nitecore TIKI
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Length68 mm (2.68 in)55 mm (2.17 in)−13 mm
Head / width15.3 mm (0.60 in)14 mm (0.55 in)−1.3 mm
Body15 mm (0.59 in)14 mm (0.55 in)−1 mm
Weight24 g with battery12 g listed
BatteryBuilt-inBuilt-in
Max output400 lm300 lm
Throw64 m71 m
TypeKeychainKeychain
Price$29.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$19.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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Only head diameter listed

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E05R vs TIKI: how they differ

Size and weight

The Nitecore TIKI is the shorter light: 55 mm (2.17 in) against 68 mm (2.68 in), a difference of 13 mm (19%). At its widest point the Nitecore TIKI is 1.3 mm slimmer (14 vs 15.3 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E05R: 24 g with battery; Nitecore TIKI: 12 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Fenix E05R is rated brighter: 400 lm maximum vs 300 lm for the Nitecore TIKI, 33% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TIKI reaches further: 71 m vs 64 m rated throw (11% 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 E05R was $29.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore TIKI $19.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore TIKI cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Type

Both are keychain lights in our catalog with a tube body.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Fenix E05R if you want more output (400 lm vs 300 lm). Choose the Nitecore TIKI if you want a shorter light (13 mm shorter) and longer throw (71 m vs 64 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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E05R vs TIKI FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix E05R or the Nitecore TIKI?

The Nitecore TIKI is the shorter light: 55 mm (2.17 in) against 68 mm (2.68 in), a difference of 13 mm (19%). At its widest point the Nitecore TIKI is 1.3 mm slimmer (14 vs 15.3 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E05R: 24 g with battery; Nitecore TIKI: 12 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix E05R or the Nitecore TIKI?

The Fenix E05R is rated brighter: 400 lm maximum vs 300 lm for the Nitecore TIKI, 33% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TIKI reaches further: 71 m vs 64 m rated throw (11% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix E05R or the Nitecore TIKI?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E05R was $29.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore TIKI $19.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore TIKI cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix E05R and Nitecore TIKI use the same battery?

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

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