Comparison Console
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 vs ThruNite Archer Pro V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 521% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 521% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam Rider RX 2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$24.95
Weight
65.8 g (2.32 oz)Heaviest
65 g (2.29 oz)Lightest
Length
96 mm (3.78 in)Shortest
98 mm (3.86 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
950 lmLowest output
Max candela
2756 cdLowest candela
48730 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
105 m (344 ft)Lowest
187 m (614 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion or 1x AA alkaline/Ni-MH
Built-in 14500 1000mAh rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB-C (battery)
USB-C on-board charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodised finish
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesEmergency situations
EDCPocket carryRamping output users
Common praise
Compact and lightweightDurable construction with IP68 ratingGood maximum output and beam distanceMultiple brightness levels with memory functionUSB-C rechargeable battery included and AA compatibleFidget clip feature appreciated by users with ADHD/autism
Compact and pocketable designUSB-C on-board charging works wellRamping brightness control is smooth and logicalGood mode spacing from Firefly to TurboTwo-way pocket clip for versatile carry
Common complaints
Forward-clicky switch not preferred by all usersNo built-in charging on the flashlight body, charging in battery onlyPWM usage on all modes (though not very noticeable)
Battery is built-in and not easily swappableRamping direction memory is counterintuitiveLimited disassembly optionsLow CRI around 70
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