Nitecore TIP 3 vs Olight i3E EOS size comparison
The Olight i3E EOS is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) shorter than the Nitecore TIP 3, and 12 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Olight i3E EOS is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) shorter than the Nitecore TIP 3, and 12 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore TIP 3 Check price ↗ | Olight i3E EOS Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 62 mm (2.44 in) | 60.5 mm (2.38 in)−1.5 mm |
| Head / width | 26 mm (1.02 in) | 14 mm (0.55 in)−12 mm |
| Body | — | 12.5 mm (0.49 in) |
| Thickness | 15 mm (0.59 in) | — |
| Weight | 30 g listed | 19.4 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | AAA |
| Max output | 720 lm | 90 lm |
| Throw | 92 m | — |
| Type | Keychain | Keychain |
| Price | $34.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $15.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | olight.com sourced |
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TIP 3 vs i3E EOS: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight i3E EOS is the shorter light: 60.5 mm (2.38 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (2%). At its widest point the Olight i3E EOS is 12 mm slimmer (14 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TIP 3: 30 g listed; Olight i3E EOS: 19.4 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore TIP 3 is rated brighter: 720 lm maximum vs 90 lm for the Olight i3E EOS, 700% more.
Battery
The Nitecore TIP 3 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Olight i3E EOS runs on a removable AAA battery. Only the Olight i3E EOS lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TIP 3 was $34.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Olight i3E EOS $15.99 at olight.com, so the Olight i3E EOS cost $18.96 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 TIP 3 if you want more output (720 lm vs 90 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Olight i3E EOS if you want a slimmer profile (12 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.
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TIP 3 vs i3E EOS FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore TIP 3 or the Olight i3E EOS?
The Olight i3E EOS is the shorter light: 60.5 mm (2.38 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (2%). At its widest point the Olight i3E EOS is 12 mm slimmer (14 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TIP 3: 30 g listed; Olight i3E EOS: 19.4 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore TIP 3 or the Olight i3E EOS?
The Nitecore TIP 3 is rated brighter: 720 lm maximum vs 90 lm for the Olight i3E EOS, 700% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore TIP 3 or the Olight i3E EOS?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TIP 3 was $34.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Olight i3E EOS $15.99 at olight.com, so the Olight i3E EOS cost $18.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore TIP 3 and Olight i3E EOS use the same battery?
The Nitecore TIP 3 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Olight i3E EOS runs on a removable AAA battery. Only the Olight i3E EOS lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- 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.
- Olight i3E EOS: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $15.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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