Comparison Console
Fenix E12 V2.0 vs ThruNite Archer 1A V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 331% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 331% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 22% 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$35.95
Weight
28.35 g (1.00 oz)Lightest
42 g (1.48 oz)Heaviest
Length
89.92 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
110 mm (4.33 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
130 lmLowest output
200 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdHighest candela
1088 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
88.09 m (289 ft)Highest
66 m (217 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2400 minShortest runtime
10350 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)
1x AA battery or 14500 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryBeginnersProfessional spare EDCHome protectionGeneral camping/hiking
Everyday carryEmergency and defense situationsLaw enforcementEmergency medical servicesSecurityBikingCampingFishing
Common praise
Bright for its sizeCompact and lightweightDurable constructionEasy to use with single tail switchHas consistent regulated output
Compact sizeVersatile brightness modesGood build qualityAbility to use AA or 14500 batteriesStrike bezel for emergency useIPX-8 waterproof ratingImpact resistant to 1.5 metersGood battery runtime in various modes
Common complaints
Limited runtime on high modeLacks advanced modes like strobe or SOSNo pocket clip included
Pocket clip design changed from V2 and does not hold as securelyRuntime may be less than manufacturer specification on highest mode by about 25-30%
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