Comparison Console
Acebeam UC3A vs ThruNite Archer 2A Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam UC3A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam UC3A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 964% 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
US$34.9Cheapest
US$39.95Most expensive
Weight
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
68.04 g (2.40 oz)Heaviest
Length
71.5 mm (2.81 in)Shortest
157.48 mm (6.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
900 lmLowest output
1020 lmHighest output
Max candela
1806 cdLowest candela
33187 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
85 m (279 ft)Lowest
365 m (1198 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
33840 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10440 USB-C rechargeable Li-ion; also compatible with AAA battery
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion or 2x standard AA batteries
Charging type
USB-C charging for included 10440 battery
USB-C charging port (direct or battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Keychain carryCampingSignalingEmergency kitsBackup flashlight useDog walkingBag or glove box carry
Tactical useEDC (everyday carry)CampingHikingPower outages
Common praise
Compact and lightweight design (63g)High maximum brightness (900 lumens) for sizeVersatile RGB side light with multiple colors and modesDual switches for main and auxiliary lightsUSB-C rechargeable included 10440 battery with AAA compatibilityDurable aerospace-grade aluminum body with IP68 ratingMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useLong runtime on lower modesWide 270° beam angle on side RGB light
High brightness and long beam distanceDual switch design for easy and quick mode changesLong runtime with low power Firefly mode lasting over 23 daysConvenient USB-C charging with included cableDurable aerospace-grade aluminum construction with waterproof rating
Common complaints
Limited runtime at highest brightness due to step-downMain LEDs have low CRI (~70)Cannot use main and side lights simultaneouslySwitches have a slightly 'dead' feel in the middleNo mode memory for moonlight, turbo, and strobe modes
No clear size and weight details in some retailer descriptionsBattery removal for charging may be less convenient than direct chargingLimited official detailed specifications on dimensions and weight
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