Nitecore TIP SE vs Nitecore CI7
Nitecore TIP SE ($35) vs Nitecore CI7 ($129) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Nitecore TIP SE | Nitecore CI7 |
| Price | $35 | $129 |
| Weight | 20g | 158g |
| Battery | Built-in (USB-C) | — |
| Output | 700lm max | — |
| Modes | 4 + strobe | — |
| Length | 58mm | — |
| Clip | Integrated key ring | — |
| Charge | USB-C | — |
| Weight | — | 158g (5.57 oz, Nitecore product page) |
Pros & Cons
Nitecore TIP SE
- 700lm from keychain size
- USB-C rechargeable
- Integrated key ring clip
- 4 output levels
- Compact dual-switch
- Non-removable battery
- 700lm turbo only 70s
- Clip can open accidentally
Nitecore CI7
- 2,500 lumens
- 7,000mW IR output
- rotating head switches modes
- 158g and $129
Nitecore TIP SE is the better value at $35. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.