Fenix MINI-LITE vs Nitecore TINI 3 size comparison

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The Nitecore TINI 3 is 5 mm (0.20 in) shorter than the Fenix MINI-LITE, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix MINI-LITE · 52 mmNitecore TINI 3 · 47 mm

The Nitecore TINI 3 is 5 mm (0.20 in) shorter than the Fenix MINI-LITE, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix MINI-LITE
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Nitecore TINI 3
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Length52 mm (2.05 in)47 mm (1.85 in)−5 mm
Head / width23 mm (0.91 in)25 mm (0.98 in)+2 mm
Thickness20 mm (0.79 in)14 mm (0.55 in)−6 mm
Weight18 g with battery20 g listed
BatteryBuilt-inBuilt-in
Max output150 lm600 lm
Throw40 m90 m
TypeKeychainKeychain
Price$19.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$39.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourcefenixlighting.com sourced
Listed 23.0 mm wide x 20.0 mm thick
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MINI-LITE vs TINI 3: how they differ

Size and weight

The Nitecore TINI 3 is the shorter light: 47 mm (1.85 in) against 52 mm (2.05 in), a difference of 5 mm (10%). At its widest point the Fenix MINI-LITE is 2 mm slimmer (23 vs 25 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix MINI-LITE: 18 g with battery; 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 150 lm for the Fenix MINI-LITE, 300% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TINI 3 reaches further: 90 m vs 40 m rated throw (125% 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 MINI-LITE was $19.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore TINI 3 $39.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix MINI-LITE cost $20.00 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 Fenix MINI-LITE if you want a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower). Choose the Nitecore TINI 3 if you want a shorter light (5 mm shorter), more output (600 lm vs 150 lm) and longer throw (90 m vs 40 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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MINI-LITE vs TINI 3 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix MINI-LITE or the Nitecore TINI 3?

The Nitecore TINI 3 is the shorter light: 47 mm (1.85 in) against 52 mm (2.05 in), a difference of 5 mm (10%). At its widest point the Fenix MINI-LITE is 2 mm slimmer (23 vs 25 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix MINI-LITE: 18 g with battery; Nitecore TINI 3: 20 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix MINI-LITE or the Nitecore TINI 3?

The Nitecore TINI 3 is rated brighter: 600 lm maximum vs 150 lm for the Fenix MINI-LITE, 300% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TINI 3 reaches further: 90 m vs 40 m rated throw (125% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix MINI-LITE or the Nitecore TINI 3?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix MINI-LITE was $19.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore TINI 3 $39.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix MINI-LITE cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix MINI-LITE 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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