Nitecore TIP SE vs Nitecore P27iX
Nitecore TIP SE ($35) vs Nitecore P27iX ($159.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Nitecore TIP SE | Nitecore P27iX |
| Price | $35 | $159.95 |
| Weight | 20g | 201g |
| Battery | Built-in (USB-C) | 5500mAh NL2155HPi 21700, 18W USB-C |
| Output | 700lm max | 5000 lumens max |
| Modes | 4 + strobe | — |
| Length | 58mm | — |
| Clip | Integrated key ring | — |
| Charge | USB-C | — |
| Weight | — | 7.09 oz / 201g (nitecorestore.com spec table) |
| Beam distance | — | 470 yards |
| Rating | — | IP68, 2 m impact |
| Size | — | 5.63 x 1.26 x 1.02 in |
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 P27iX
- 5000 lumens with 470 yard throw
- Floodlight, mixed and spotlight beam modes
- IP68 and 2 m impact rating
- Rapid Lock switch prevents accidental activation
- 201g and 5.63 in is a lot to pocket
- Turbo is 1500 lumens sustained mode, 5000 only in special modes
- Wants a Nitecore i Series 21700 for best output
- $160 is steep for a light this size
Nitecore TIP SE is the better value at $35. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.