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Nextorch K30 vs Nitecore TIP3

What K30 does better (1) and where TIP3 wins (2) — every spec side by side.

Nextorch K30
Nextorch · 2024K30
8.1Score
1 advantage≈ $60
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Nitecore TIP3
Nitecore · 2026TIP3
9.2Score
2 advantages≈ $35
Higher score
9.5Brightness & throw9.2
3.4Battery & charging8.8
6.9Build & durability4.4
5.9Features5.9

Why is K30 better than TIP3?

  1. Maximum output850 lm vs 720 lm+18%

Why is TIP3 better than K30?

  1. Maximum runtime12 h vs 160 h13.3×
  2. Weight35 g vs 30 g+17%
Specifications

Side by side

Nextorch K30Nextorch K30≈ $608.1
Nitecore TIP3Nitecore TIP3≈ $359.2
Light output
Maximum output850 lm720 lm
Peak beam intensity—2,120 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)—92 m
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
Number of LEDs—2
Colour temperature—3,000K
Adjustable colour temperature—Yes
Battery & charging
BatteryAAABuilt-in Li-ion / Li-Po
Maximum runtime12 h160 h
RechargeableYesYes
USB-C charging—Yes
Battery level indicator—Yes
Also runs on AA/AAA/CR123AYes—
Build & durability
Protection ratingIPX7—
Water protection (IPx)IPx7—
Body materialAluminium—
Pocket clipYesYes
Size & weight
Weight35 g30 g
Modes & features
StrobeYes—
Lockout—Yes
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