Agreed, a keychain light is not a tactical duty light. I like to have a hidden strobe function on my EDC light like Olight does and an easy to use strobe on my duty lights. SOS doesn't seem so useful for me at all.
Purchased this based on the everyday commentary review. Has been amazing, UI is not perfect but everything I need for short walks (15 minutes) at night and searching around the car at night. Lives on my nightstand now.
I keep a similar light clipped to my field jacket sleeve when I'm out gathering wild mushrooms and other such activities. Definitely picking one of these up.
The THUMB has a lockout which I enjoyed for years w/o issue. Nitecore specializes in small footprint, high output lights where meager runtimes will always be the Achilles heel. A lockout seems an obvious solution instead of demo/daily mode. Great video as always Nick.
The very first Nitecore Tip did have a lockout mode. Unfortunately, it drastically increased standby power consumption versus just being off so that you'd have a dead battery in a few days. While other manufacturers have successfully implemented electronic lockouts, it would appear Nitecore hasn't solved that problem for this hardware.
'The best flashlight is the one you have with you.' There it is. Got one for my sister. She loves it! Want to get her the T4K (that's 4000 lumens) for her birthday coming up. I hope Nitecore will send you one to review. Btw, the other great thing about the whole keychain or lanyard carry aspect for myself is that it's far less likely I'll set down my keys and walk away unlike several ordinary flashlights I've owned over the years. Many thanks for this review and for your work in general.
Hi! I have a question, if a recharge it with a 67w charger from my xiaomi fone it could malfunction or somehow overcharge the flashlight? Is it recommended to charge on a pc plugged usb?
FYI, you probably already know this but Nitecore did make a Tip with lockout. I have several from different generations: one (Christmas edition!) does have lockout. And another has infinite adjustability (ramps up then down), and another has the Nichea led with neutral light. They CAN deal with the bad, why they don't is beyond me. I'm just glad I got the 'good' ones although the goods are not combined into one unit.
Awesome review. Also wished there actually was a lockout mode but glad that the power button has a bit of resistance, at least, so it isnt that easy to accidentally turn it on. In my bag, it's fine. I can imagine it might be harder for those who keep these in their pockets.
Nick, can't you reverse the side the clip is on so as to cover the buttons when you need to? Never seen one irl but it looks like you might be able to. Just a thought
Totally agree. Needs a real lockout, USB port cover, and a clip that doesn't suck. But it's fantastic anyway. Oh, and pressing and releasing the power button quickly goes to the last mode used, not (necessarily) high.
Nick your reviews are the best. I'm certain you could review a No. 2 pencil and people would run out and buy them. Buy them thinking they were the 'newest, latest greatest item to come along. Keep doing what you're doing brother.
I hope they will come with a CRI version as they did with the first. The first generation had a easy lockout mode by pressing both buttons at once. Loved that version, but the upgrades with the clip not so much.
I had a Tini and a Tip 2. Tini often went turbo in my pocket and drained itself, however Tip 2 never did. Recessed buttons on Tip 2 work really good. I also had Tini went demo mode in my pocket, so... whatever lock-up mode it has, there's still a chance it gets unlocked in pocket. I presume the quick access to turbo mode can be used in a self-defense situation. A sudden strong light beam into attackers eyes can get you extra 1 or 2 seconds, but if it's locked up...
You are a wonderful person, and you help me get through the workday taking care of COVID patients. It may sound silly, but i don't think folks get how isolating it is being away from everyone due to precautions especially when you're in the thick of it. When i get a notification that you have posted a new video, it's the highlight of my day sometimes. Please keep doing what you're doing sir. Folks here appreciate it more than you know.
I have a smaller, simpler but still similar nitecore. love it. The Thumb, I believe. I'm surprised there's no lockout. On the Thumb, one just holds both buttons at once and it locks out.
Been wanting this since the Christmas thing. I'm not trying to get into flashlights, knives are already too expensive for a college budget so this will do perfectly
@@jacknemo8021 I'll look into those, thanks! I just need a decent light but I'd love one that's blue and black to match some of my other stuff. I'll dig around and see what they've got!
I have the Nightcore Tube, which is basically the baby version of this, the cheapest one that they sell. That one only has a single button and as a result the UI is a bit confusing, but at least it has a damn lockout mode (hold for 5 seconds = locked out, hold for another 5 seconds to unlock).
That’s a nice one. It has ramping and momentary on... I find it intuitive, but it’s still easy enough to use even without knowing all the features (I’ve give one to everyone in my family). Best of all, it’s extremely lightweight on the keychain, comes in bright colors, micro usb charging and only $10.
Hey Nick, you should check out the Fenix EO3R. It’s even smaller (about the length of a normal house key), has similar run times, has a lockout mode, has a red light beacon mode, and has an integral aluminum casing (no screws). It’s not quite as bright as the Nightcore, but still plenty bright for a keychain light, and it costs $25. I compared both and I prefer the Fenix for my EDC.
I have three different types of the tip. The 240 lumens, 360 lumens and they last about 8 months and then the time you get is less and less. But they make nice necklace lights. I wear mine around the neck on a long lanyard and it’s come in handy. Just wish the battery would last a couple years.
Glove box? The whole point of something small like this is for it to be on your person and you not notice it. You can fit much more powerful/ useful lights in a glove box
Rovyvon keychain flashlights are smaller (almost as small as the i1r) and just as powerful, like the A3 Pro (700 lumens) for $35 or the A1x (650 lumens) for $26. They also have Nichia versions if neutral light matters. Olight doesn’t become comparatively useful until the S1R level or above.
@@prasand I'll have to disagree, I have the Rovyvon as well but Olight works the best for my keys. Way brighter than my phone. Shines up my whole yard believe it or not.
@@jordanstarnes6 yeah I definitely like how the i1r feels in hand (feels more premium), and is better on keys. It’s funny I had been giving them away for awhile since Olight periodically gives them as gifts, but I never actually checked it out until four days ago. I felt the one I gave to my mother and was like “ooo this is nice” then picked up another for myself on Black Friday, lol. I prefer the versatility of RovyVon’s max brightness and color of Nichia light, but wouldn’t carry either on my extremely minimal keys. Regardless, I’m sure the i1r will find a place in my EDC.
I’m a mole person that never! Goes more than a few feet from my o light h2 R . ( only used on moonlight mode) ... but this looks like a cool light for the pocket.
I may be wrong, but I think I caught a hint of a joke my favorite nuke professor loved to tell when talking about approaches to zero or to “infinity”: 2 plus 2 can equal 5, but only for very large values of 2.
I go out of my way to try and find good EDC flashlights with no strobe, which is the only weak point the USB rechargeable rgmt Armory lite in my EDC rotation. Other than that it's a great light for what it is
Nitecore TINI, TINI2, and TIP2 are all better than this light IMO. Don't get me wrong, this isn't a shabby model, but Nitecore has better models around the same price. The TINI is a go-to rec.
The buttons are just too sensitive on those small Nitecore lights. I find they constantly turn on in the pocket and sometimes straight to turbo which can be a real shock given the heat generated.
Imo any side mounted buttons should be inset or have a ring around them so they can't be pressed without actually depressing them below a flush surface.
30 bucks makes it a gem for this viewer. Nick, you're a gas man, loving those American made knives, batting for the home team, and driving a Japanese car. Mind you, as you do have a Seiko city Delica 4 and a Dragonfly you get a pass.
Now if only they stood behind there warranty without spend countless time on answering questions and sending video they can’t understand. The MH12GT is great but ruins my batteries after a few months. If I was the only one Then I’d think Battery Junction would have put up my review. They say, we don’t put up all reviews just because you make one. 🤔
Way too chunky for a keychain light for me. I have a night core tube. Tiny and rechargeable. The clip is waaaay too much of an afterthought and I hate not having a lock out. Thanks for the review. It’s Off the list.
RovyVons are as powerful (700-650 lumens), much smaller (less than half the width so an actual keychain flashlight), and for the same price or less ($26-35), with Nichia options if neutral light matters. Over 700 Lumens though, Olight is king. 🤷🏽♂️
I use the RovyVon as my EDC on my keychain and I absolutely like it the best. 650 Lumens, as well as a cool glow in the dark, and it is awesome. I have tried everything mentioned in the comments, but dig the RovyVon. Much better for a keychain light, plus simple to charge. I also have a few Olights, so you are right on...
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No SOS/Strobe mode is actually a huge plus in my book!
Same
Yes. Most definitely!
Agreed, a keychain light is not a tactical duty light.
I like to have a hidden strobe function on my EDC light like Olight does and an easy to use strobe on my duty lights. SOS doesn't seem so useful for me at all.
Agreed mattanderson111
The man with loads of style. I watch your reviews even when I'm not interested in the product. The chuckle is often the whole point.
Disappointed we didn't get to see batman run around in the woods in the dark.
Purchased this based on the everyday commentary review. Has been amazing, UI is not perfect but everything I need for short walks (15 minutes) at night and searching around the car at night. Lives on my nightstand now.
Great review as always but where is the Spyderco Delica size comparison? I gauge everything in DU's ( Delica unit's) I'm lost without it!
I keep a similar light clipped to my field jacket sleeve when I'm out gathering wild mushrooms and other such activities. Definitely picking one of these up.
The THUMB has a lockout which I enjoyed for years w/o issue. Nitecore specializes in small footprint, high output lights where meager runtimes will always be the Achilles heel. A lockout seems an obvious solution instead of demo/daily mode. Great video as always Nick.
The very first Nitecore Tip did have a lockout mode. Unfortunately, it drastically increased standby power consumption versus just being off so that you'd have a dead battery in a few days. While other manufacturers have successfully implemented electronic lockouts, it would appear Nitecore hasn't solved that problem for this hardware.
'The best flashlight is the one you have with you.' There it is. Got one for my sister. She loves it! Want to get her the T4K (that's 4000 lumens) for her birthday coming up. I hope Nitecore will send you one to review. Btw, the other great thing about the whole keychain or lanyard carry aspect for myself is that it's far less likely I'll set down my keys and walk away unlike several ordinary flashlights I've owned over the years. Many thanks for this review and for your work in general.
It all starts with just the tip.......
Will be ordering for gifts
Hi! I have a question, if a recharge it with a 67w charger from my xiaomi fone it could malfunction or somehow overcharge the flashlight? Is it recommended to charge on a pc plugged usb?
I just ordered one for myself. And might have to order another now for my Son. ...
FYI, you probably already know this but Nitecore did make a Tip with lockout. I have several from different generations: one (Christmas edition!) does have lockout. And another has infinite adjustability (ramps up then down), and another has the Nichea led with neutral light. They CAN deal with the bad, why they don't is beyond me. I'm just glad I got the 'good' ones although the goods are not combined into one unit.
Awesome review. Also wished there actually was a lockout mode but glad that the power button has a bit of resistance, at least, so it isnt that easy to accidentally turn it on. In my bag, it's fine. I can imagine it might be harder for those who keep these in their pockets.
Always informative and entertaining. Thanks, Nick.
0:53: I’m thinking we’re getting a full 18650 battery review 🤣
Nick, can't you reverse the side the clip is on so as to cover the buttons when you need to? Never seen one irl but it looks like you might be able to. Just a thought
He did..
Doesn't Turbo-mode stay tuned on like on the TIP?thanx
Totally agree. Needs a real lockout, USB port cover, and a clip that doesn't suck. But it's fantastic anyway. Oh, and pressing and releasing the power button quickly goes to the last mode used, not (necessarily) high.
That’s a solid gem for me as a new year present!
I could have never guessed from your voice that you weren't into Christmas.
Nick your reviews are the best. I'm certain you could review a No. 2 pencil and people would run out and buy them. Buy them thinking they were the 'newest, latest greatest item to come along. Keep doing what you're doing brother.
I hope they will come with a CRI version as they did with the first.
The first generation had a easy lockout mode by pressing both buttons at once. Loved that version, but the upgrades with the clip not so much.
Love mine. Great review.
I had a Tini and a Tip 2. Tini often went turbo in my pocket and drained itself, however Tip 2 never did. Recessed buttons on Tip 2 work really good. I also had Tini went demo mode in my pocket, so... whatever lock-up mode it has, there's still a chance it gets unlocked in pocket.
I presume the quick access to turbo mode can be used in a self-defense situation. A sudden strong light beam into attackers eyes can get you extra 1 or 2 seconds, but if it's locked up...
You are a wonderful person, and you help me get through the workday taking care of COVID patients. It may sound silly, but i don't think folks get how isolating it is being away from everyone due to precautions especially when you're in the thick of it. When i get a notification that you have posted a new video, it's the highlight of my day sometimes. Please keep doing what you're doing sir. Folks here appreciate it more than you know.
Thank you so much, both for helping folks out, and for the kind words here.
I have a smaller, simpler but still similar nitecore. love it. The Thumb, I believe. I'm surprised there's no lockout. On the Thumb, one just holds both buttons at once and it locks out.
Been wanting this since the Christmas thing. I'm not trying to get into flashlights, knives are already too expensive for a college budget so this will do perfectly
Rovyvon has some great little lights that are quite inexpensive.
@@jacknemo8021 I'll look into those, thanks! I just need a decent light but I'd love one that's blue and black to match some of my other stuff. I'll dig around and see what they've got!
Why is your usb-c cable in handcuffs?
It's a micro usb cable with a usb c dongle on it. The handcuffs are to keep it together
Seems like a good light to clip on the visor in your car
They should make a TIP-C for bar hopping hipsters.
Why have you never tried the lumintop tool aa 2.0? There is no other small light worth an overall comparison.
I have the Nightcore Tube, which is basically the baby version of this, the cheapest one that they sell. That one only has a single button and as a result the UI is a bit confusing, but at least it has a damn lockout mode (hold for 5 seconds = locked out, hold for another 5 seconds to unlock).
That’s a nice one. It has ramping and momentary on... I find it intuitive, but it’s still easy enough to use even without knowing all the features (I’ve give one to everyone in my family). Best of all, it’s extremely lightweight on the keychain, comes in bright colors, micro usb charging and only $10.
Looks like a great flashlight if only Had a lockout I would buy one
Like better this or Tini 2 ?
I use the tip light as a noc nurse its perfect. Super bright as well as pen light utility for neurochecks. Keep one on my keys and my badge.
I have the original with the lockout, just press both buttons together. They should have kept that feature.
Is the new version of the TIP2?
Hey Nick, you should check out the Fenix EO3R. It’s even smaller (about the length of a normal house key), has similar run times, has a lockout mode, has a red light beacon mode, and has an integral aluminum casing (no screws). It’s not quite as bright as the Nightcore, but still plenty bright for a keychain light, and it costs $25. I compared both and I prefer the Fenix for my EDC.
Talking in cm? Evolution in progress.
Proper USB C support is hella nice
Yes...NO LOCKOUT MODE...if driving and it turns on, can quickly get hot enough to burn
I have three different types of the tip. The 240 lumens, 360 lumens and they last about 8 months and then the time you get is less and less. But they make nice necklace lights. I wear mine around the neck on a long lanyard and it’s come in handy. Just wish the battery would last a couple years.
It is 30$ tho 🤷🏽♂️
dink dink dink -- nick shabazz i love it!
Keychain light manufacturers take notice lock out mode is mandatory not optional
I would carry in front pocket, to thick for Keychain, nice review 👍
I still prefer my Olight i1R 2 eos. However, 700 lumens and Type-C on a "keychain" light is very impressive. Great for a glove box.
Glove box? The whole point of something small like this is for it to be on your person and you not notice it. You can fit much more powerful/ useful lights in a glove box
Rovyvon keychain flashlights are smaller (almost as small as the i1r) and just as powerful, like the A3 Pro (700 lumens) for $35 or the A1x (650 lumens) for $26. They also have Nichia versions if neutral light matters. Olight doesn’t become comparatively useful until the S1R level or above.
@@YuhNinja Totally could! I'll buy it for glove box, and you can get what you think works the best! Thank God for options.
@@prasand I'll have to disagree, I have the Rovyvon as well but Olight works the best for my keys. Way brighter than my phone. Shines up my whole yard believe it or not.
@@jordanstarnes6 yeah I definitely like how the i1r feels in hand (feels more premium), and is better on keys.
It’s funny I had been giving them away for awhile since Olight periodically gives them as gifts, but I never actually checked it out until four days ago. I felt the one I gave to my mother and was like “ooo this is nice” then picked up another for myself on Black Friday, lol. I prefer the versatility of RovyVon’s max brightness and color of Nichia light, but wouldn’t carry either on my extremely minimal keys. Regardless, I’m sure the i1r will find a place in my EDC.
I’m a mole person that never! Goes more than a few feet from my o light h2 R . ( only used on moonlight mode) ... but this looks like a cool light for the pocket.
Tuesday, Nick posts this video. Wednesday, I get an email from GearBest that has them on sale for 19.95. Coincidence? Probably :-)
I may be wrong, but I think I caught a hint of a joke my favorite nuke professor loved to tell when talking about approaches to zero or to “infinity”:
2 plus 2 can equal 5, but only for very large values of 2.
Just the Tip.....I'll show myself out.
Boooooo
Booooo... get out of here. Booooooo. Everybody "BOOOO!!!" this man. 😃
Here is a TIP for ya... GET OFF the STAGE... BOOOO!!!
I go out of my way to try and find good EDC flashlights with no strobe, which is the only weak point the USB rechargeable rgmt Armory lite in my EDC rotation. Other than that it's a great light for what it is
Thanks for sharing 👍
i bought this for my motocross helmet and they work fine for 30 min with the high setting on it just gets a little hot
Just the tip?
this is my edc flashlight and it's perfect for me
I have the first edition that lockout drains the battery.
Nitecore TINI, TINI2, and TIP2 are all better than this light IMO. Don't get me wrong, this isn't a shabby model, but Nitecore has better models around the same price. The TINI is a go-to rec.
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The buttons are just too sensitive on those small Nitecore lights. I find they constantly turn on in the pocket and sometimes straight to turbo which can be a real shock given the heat generated.
Imo any side mounted buttons should be inset or have a ring around them so they can't be pressed without actually depressing them below a flush surface.
30 bucks makes it a gem for this viewer. Nick, you're a gas man, loving those American made knives, batting for the home team, and driving a Japanese car. Mind you, as you do have a Seiko city Delica 4 and a Dragonfly you get a pass.
Streamlight Microstream......45 lumens 😎🔦
And?
Its perfect 👌
Now if only they stood behind there warranty without spend countless time on answering questions and sending video they can’t understand.
The MH12GT is great but ruins my batteries after a few months. If I was the only one Then I’d think Battery Junction would have put up my review. They say, we don’t put up all reviews just because you make one. 🤔
Pog early 28 comments 1k views and 116 likes thank you youtube
$100 in Canada.
Its 30CAD on Aliexpress
Way too chunky for a keychain light for me. I have a night core tube. Tiny and rechargeable.
The clip is waaaay too much of an afterthought and I hate not having a lock out.
Thanks for the review. It’s Off the list.
What kinda Toyota y’all think Nick has? I bet it’s a 4Runner
New York....Prius.
@@_MiMo_ He is in Michigan, isn't he?
@@mountainhobo he’s from Michigan currently located in San Diego. I think Prius is correct now that I think about it
One could say I'm RAVenous
@@NickShabazz oh no waaaaaaaay! I was the closest without going over a dollar lol
Don’t lose your day job buddy
RovyVons are as powerful (700-650 lumens), much smaller (less than half the width so an actual keychain flashlight), and for the same price or less ($26-35), with Nichia options if neutral light matters. Over 700 Lumens though, Olight is king. 🤷🏽♂️
I use the RovyVon as my EDC on my keychain and I absolutely like it the best. 650 Lumens, as well as a cool glow in the dark, and it is awesome. I have tried everything mentioned in the comments, but dig the RovyVon. Much better for a keychain light, plus simple to charge. I also have a few Olights, so you are right on...
Worst pun ever.
Nice ad.... For fucks sake did your job go away?
Lol. I'd have a lot more time for reviewing if it did, but nope. Still employed. It's a nice light.
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Nice light. USELESS clip.