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Fenix E12 vs ThruNite Archer 1C
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 350% 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$25.04Cheapest
US$33.95Most expensive
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Lightest
45 g (1.59 oz)Heaviest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Shortest
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmLowest output
281 lmHighest output
Max candela
1936 cdLowest candela
5136 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
269 m (883 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
18900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
1 CR123A battery
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Unknown
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
10 m (33 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
Common praise
Compact and lightweightDurable aircraft-grade aluminum buildSimple and easy to use single tail switchGood beam quality with soft, balanced floodLong runtime on low modeIP68 rated water and dust resistance
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
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Battery not includedSome users note larger o-ring on battery tube causing assembly difficultyClip reversible but no dedicated channel on tailcapTailstanding slightly unstable
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