Fenix E03R V2.0 vs Nitecore TIP 3 size comparison
The Nitecore TIP 3 is 9.5 mm (0.37 in) longer than the Fenix E03R V2.0, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore TIP 3 is 9.5 mm (0.37 in) longer than the Fenix E03R V2.0, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix E03R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Nitecore TIP 3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 52.5 mm (2.07 in) | 62 mm (2.44 in)+9.5 mm |
| Head / width | 26 mm (1.02 in) | 26 mm (1.02 in)same |
| Thickness | 13 mm (0.51 in) | 15 mm (0.59 in)+2 mm |
| Weight | 30 g with battery | 30 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 500 lm | 720 lm |
| Throw | 90 m | 92 m |
| Type | Keychain | Keychain |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 26.0 mm wide x 13.0 mm thick | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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E03R V2.0 vs TIP 3: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix E03R V2.0 is the shorter light: 52.5 mm (2.07 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 9.5 mm (15%). At their widest points they are about the same (26 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E03R V2.0: 30 g with battery; Nitecore TIP 3: 30 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore TIP 3 is rated brighter: 720 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Fenix E03R V2.0, 44% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TIP 3 reaches further: 92 m vs 90 m rated throw (2% more).
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Type
Both are keychain lights in our catalog with a flat body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix E03R V2.0 if you want a shorter light (9.5 mm shorter). Choose the Nitecore TIP 3 if you want more output (720 lm vs 500 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix E03R V2.0 Check price ↗ Nitecore TIP 3
E03R V2.0 vs TIP 3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E03R V2.0 or the Nitecore TIP 3?
The Fenix E03R V2.0 is the shorter light: 52.5 mm (2.07 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 9.5 mm (15%). At their widest points they are about the same (26 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E03R V2.0: 30 g with battery; Nitecore TIP 3: 30 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix E03R V2.0 or the Nitecore TIP 3?
The Nitecore TIP 3 is rated brighter: 720 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Fenix E03R V2.0, 44% more. For beam distance the Nitecore TIP 3 reaches further: 92 m vs 90 m rated throw (2% more).
Do the Fenix E03R V2.0 and Nitecore TIP 3 use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.