Nitecore TIKI vs Nitecore TIP 3 size comparison
The Nitecore TIP 3 is 7 mm (0.28 in) longer than the Nitecore TIKI, and 12 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 7 mm (0.28 in) longer than the Nitecore TIKI, and 12 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore TIKI Check price ↗ | Nitecore TIP 3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 55 mm (2.17 in) | 62 mm (2.44 in)+7 mm |
| Head / width | 14 mm (0.55 in) | 26 mm (1.02 in)+12 mm |
| Body | 14 mm (0.55 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Weight | 12 g listed | 30 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 300 lm | 720 lm |
| Throw | 71 m | 92 m |
| Type | Keychain | Keychain |
| Price | $19.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $34.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Only head diameter listed | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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TIKI vs TIP 3: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore TIKI is the shorter light: 55 mm (2.17 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 7 mm (11%). At its widest point the Nitecore TIKI is 12 mm slimmer (14 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TIKI: 12 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 300 lm for the Nitecore TIKI, 140% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TIP 3 reaches further: 92 m vs 71 m rated throw (30% 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 TIKI was $19.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore TIP 3 $34.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore TIKI cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are keychain lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore TIKI if you want a shorter light (7 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (12 mm narrower). Choose the Nitecore TIP 3 if you want more output (720 lm vs 300 lm) and longer throw (92 m vs 71 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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TIKI vs TIP 3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore TIKI or the Nitecore TIP 3?
The Nitecore TIKI is the shorter light: 55 mm (2.17 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 7 mm (11%). At its widest point the Nitecore TIKI is 12 mm slimmer (14 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TIKI: 12 g listed; Nitecore TIP 3: 30 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore TIKI or the Nitecore TIP 3?
The Nitecore TIP 3 is rated brighter: 720 lm maximum vs 300 lm for the Nitecore TIKI, 140% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TIP 3 reaches further: 92 m vs 71 m rated throw (30% more).
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore TIKI or the Nitecore TIP 3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TIKI was $19.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore TIP 3 $34.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore TIKI cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore TIKI 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 TIKI: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $19.95 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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