Nitecore TINI 2 vs Nitecore NU25
Nitecore TINI 2 ($40) vs Nitecore NU25 ($30) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Nitecore TINI 2 | Nitecore NU25 |
|---|
| Price | $40 | $30 |
| Weight | 13g | 40g |
| Lumens | 500 (max) / 1 (min) | — |
| Weight | 13g | 40g |
| Battery | Built-in USB-C | Built-in 1800mAh |
| Runtime | 45min high / 70h min | 45 hrs (low) |
| Length | 2.2" | — |
| WR | IP67 | — |
| Max Output | — | 400 lm |
| Modes | — | 3 + Red |
| Charging | — | USB-C |
Pros & Cons
Nitecore TINI 2
- 500 lumens from 13g is absurd
- IP67 submersible 1m
- USB-C rechargeable keychain
- 1 lumen moonlight useful
- 2.2" tiny actual keychain size
- 500 lumens gets hot fast
- 45min runtime at max
- 13g means tiny battery
Nitecore NU25
- 40g headlamp genuinely pocketable
- USB-C charging removes battery hassle
- Red light for night vision preservation
- 400 lm modest for serious outdoor use
- Built-in battery — no field replacement
- Single band — no angle adjustment
Nitecore NU25 is the better value at $30. If weight matters most, Nitecore TINI 2 carries lighter at 13g. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.