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Nitecore TIP3 (2026 Blue Edition) vs Nitecore P30i
Nitecore TIP3 (2026 Blue Edition) ($39) vs Nitecore P30i ($139.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right keychain light.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Nitecore TIP3 (2026 Blue Edition) | Nitecore P30i |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $39 | $139.95 |
| Weight | 26g | 255.5g |
| LED | 4-core MCT UHE | — |
| Output | 720lm max | 2000lm max |
| Charge | USB-C fast charging | — |
| Weight | 26g | 255.5g (Nitecore published) |
| Edition | Blue — 2026 seasonal | — |
| Form | Keychain clip | — |
| Material | — | Aluminum alloy, HA III hard-anodized |
| Battery | — | 1x 21700i (included) or 2x CR123/RCR123 |
| Weight basis | — | Not stated on page |
Pros & Cons
Nitecore TIP3 (2026 Blue Edition)
- 720lm upgraded over TIP SE
- USB-C fast charging — no battery anxiety
- 26g keychain-class weight
- 4-core MCT UHE efficiency gain
- Blue Edition seasonal exclusive
- Non-removable battery limits long-term
- Turbo heats at 90 seconds by physics
- Clip can release accidentally in pocket
Nitecore P30i
- Cell and CR123 magazine in the box
- Aluminum body with HA III finish
- 2,000 lm output
- 255.5 g is heavy for pocket carry
- Page does not say if weight includes the cell
Nitecore TIP3 (2026 Blue Edition) is the better value at $39. Both are part of our curated keychain light index — tap through to check current pricing.