Comparison Console
Fenix E12 V2.0 vs ThruNite Archer 1C
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 116% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 688% 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 37% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 116% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 688% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 V2.0 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 1% 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$33.95
Weight
28.35 g (1.00 oz)Lightest
45 g (1.59 oz)Heaviest
Length
89.92 mm (3.54 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
130 lmLowest output
281 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdLowest candela
5136 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
88.09 m (289 ft)Lowest
269 m (883 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2400 minShortest runtime
18900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)
1 CR123A battery
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
10 m (33 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 carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
Common praise
Bright for its sizeCompact and lightweightDurable constructionEasy to use with single tail switchHas consistent regulated output
Compact size and lightweightGood build quality and tough anodized finishMultiple useful brightness modes including fireflyWaterproof and impact resistantTactical design with stainless steel strike bezel and knurled gripProgrammable memory function
Common complaints
Limited runtime on high modeLacks advanced modes like strobe or SOSNo pocket clip included
Battery not includedSome users note larger o-ring on battery tube causing assembly difficultyClip reversible but no dedicated channel on tailcapTailstanding slightly unstable
Dataset Expansion
Missing a brand?
Suggest an EDC brand for CarryCrew to research and add to the comparison database.
Community indexing queue online