Comparison Console
Nitecore MT06MD vs ThruNite Archer 1A V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 393% 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$32Cheapest
US$35.95Most expensive
Weight
22 g (0.78 oz)Lightest
42 g (1.48 oz)Heaviest
Length
128 mm (5.04 in)Longest
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
180 lmLowest output
200 lmHighest output
Max candela
860 cdLowest candela
1088 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
58 m (190 ft)Lowest
66 m (217 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2100 minShortest runtime
10350 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 × AAA
1x AA battery or 14500 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodising
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Medical professionals for pupil inspection and injury diagnosisEMTsClose-up detailed tasksHousehold chores requiring flood light in close quarters
Everyday carryEmergency and defense situationsLaw enforcementEmergency medical servicesSecurityBikingCampingFishing
Common praise
High color rendering index (CRI >90) for accurate color representationLightweight and compact form factorGood runtime of up to 35 hoursDurable aerospace grade aluminum alloy body with quality anodizingTurns on in low mode by default to avoid flashing patientsSuitable for alcohol sterilizationStable and consistent output with efficient circuitry
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
No mode memory, always starts in low modeThreads are thin which could affect durability long termNot rechargeable, requires AAA batteriesNot designed for tactical or high-impact use
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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