Olight i3E EOS vs Olight iMini 2 size comparison
The Olight iMini 2 is 5.5 mm (0.22 in) shorter than the Olight i3E EOS, and 1.1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Olight iMini 2 is 5.5 mm (0.22 in) shorter than the Olight i3E EOS, and 1.1 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Olight i3E EOS Check price ↗ | Olight iMini 2 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 60.5 mm (2.38 in) | 55 mm (2.17 in)−5.5 mm |
| Head / width | 14 mm (0.55 in) | 15.1 mm (0.59 in)+1.1 mm |
| Body | 12.5 mm (0.49 in) | 15.1 mm (0.59 in)+2.6 mm |
| Weight | 19.4 g listed | 19.5 g listed |
| Battery | AAA | Built-in 10180 |
| Max output | 90 lm | 50 lm |
| Throw | — | 21 m |
| Type | Keychain | Keychain |
| Price | $15.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $19.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | olight.com sourced | olight.com sourced Only body diameter listed |
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i3E EOS vs iMini 2: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight iMini 2 is the shorter light: 55 mm (2.17 in) against 60.5 mm (2.38 in), a difference of 5.5 mm (9%). At its widest point the Olight i3E EOS is 1.1 mm slimmer (14 vs 15.1 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Olight i3E EOS: 19.4 g listed; Olight iMini 2: 19.5 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Olight i3E EOS is rated brighter: 90 lm maximum vs 50 lm for the Olight iMini 2, 80% more.
Battery
The Olight i3E EOS runs on a removable AAA battery; the Olight iMini 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (10180). Only the Olight i3E EOS lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight i3E EOS was $15.99 at olight.com and the Olight iMini 2 $19.99 at olight.com, so the Olight i3E EOS cost $4.00 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 Olight i3E EOS if you want more output (90 lm vs 50 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight iMini 2 if you want a shorter light (5.5 mm shorter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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i3E EOS vs iMini 2 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Olight i3E EOS or the Olight iMini 2?
The Olight iMini 2 is the shorter light: 55 mm (2.17 in) against 60.5 mm (2.38 in), a difference of 5.5 mm (9%). At its widest point the Olight i3E EOS is 1.1 mm slimmer (14 vs 15.1 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Olight i3E EOS: 19.4 g listed; Olight iMini 2: 19.5 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Olight i3E EOS or the Olight iMini 2?
The Olight i3E EOS is rated brighter: 90 lm maximum vs 50 lm for the Olight iMini 2, 80% more.
Which is cheaper, the Olight i3E EOS or the Olight iMini 2?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight i3E EOS was $15.99 at olight.com and the Olight iMini 2 $19.99 at olight.com, so the Olight i3E EOS cost $4.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Olight i3E EOS and Olight iMini 2 use the same battery?
The Olight i3E EOS runs on a removable AAA battery; the Olight iMini 2 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery (10180). Only the Olight i3E EOS lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Olight i3E EOS: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $15.99 from olight.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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