Nitecore TINI 3 vs Olight iMini 2 size comparison
The Olight iMini 2 is 8 mm (0.31 in) longer than the Nitecore TINI 3, and 9.9 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Olight iMini 2 is 8 mm (0.31 in) longer than the Nitecore TINI 3, and 9.9 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore TINI 3 Check price ↗ | Olight iMini 2 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 47 mm (1.85 in) | 55 mm (2.17 in)+8 mm |
| Head / width | 25 mm (0.98 in) | 15.1 mm (0.59 in)−9.9 mm |
| Body | — | 15.1 mm (0.59 in) |
| Thickness | 14 mm (0.55 in) | — |
| Weight | 20 g listed | 19.5 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in 10180 |
| Max output | 600 lm | 50 lm |
| Throw | 90 m | 21 m |
| Type | Keychain | Keychain |
| Price | $39.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $19.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | olight.com sourced Only body diameter listed |
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TINI 3 vs iMini 2: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore TINI 3 is the shorter light: 47 mm (1.85 in) against 55 mm (2.17 in), a difference of 8 mm (15%). At its widest point the Olight iMini 2 is 9.9 mm slimmer (15.1 vs 25 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TINI 3: 20 g listed; Olight iMini 2: 19.5 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore TINI 3 is rated brighter: 600 lm maximum vs 50 lm for the Olight iMini 2, 1100% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TINI 3 reaches further: 90 m vs 21 m rated throw (329% more).
Battery
The Nitecore TINI 3 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Olight iMini 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (10180).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TINI 3 was $39.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Olight iMini 2 $19.99 at olight.com, so the Olight iMini 2 cost $19.96 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 TINI 3 if you want a shorter light (8 mm shorter), more output (600 lm vs 50 lm) and longer throw (90 m vs 21 m). Choose the Olight iMini 2 if you want a slimmer profile (9.9 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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TINI 3 vs iMini 2 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore TINI 3 or the Olight iMini 2?
The Nitecore TINI 3 is the shorter light: 47 mm (1.85 in) against 55 mm (2.17 in), a difference of 8 mm (15%). At its widest point the Olight iMini 2 is 9.9 mm slimmer (15.1 vs 25 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TINI 3: 20 g listed; Olight iMini 2: 19.5 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore TINI 3 or the Olight iMini 2?
The Nitecore TINI 3 is rated brighter: 600 lm maximum vs 50 lm for the Olight iMini 2, 1100% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TINI 3 reaches further: 90 m vs 21 m rated throw (329% more).
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore TINI 3 or the Olight iMini 2?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TINI 3 was $39.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Olight iMini 2 $19.99 at olight.com, so the Olight iMini 2 cost $19.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore TINI 3 and Olight iMini 2 use the same battery?
The Nitecore TINI 3 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Olight iMini 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (10180).
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Sources
- Nitecore TINI 3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $39.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight iMini 2: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $19.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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