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Nitecore MT10C vs ThruNite Archer 2A Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 370% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 370% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT10C stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 72% 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$39.95
US$39.95
Weight
57 g (2.01 oz)Lightest
68.04 g (2.40 oz)Heaviest
Length
91.3 mm (3.59 in)Shortest
157.48 mm (6.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
920 lmLowest output
1020 lmHighest output
Max candela
9000 cdLowest candela
33187 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
190 m (623 ft)Lowest
365 m (1198 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7200 minShortest runtime
33840 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x CR123 or 1x IMR 18350 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion or 2x standard AA batteries
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging port (direct or battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy, anodized
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activities requiring night vision preservation such as huntingSignaling in emergencies
Tactical useEDC (everyday carry)CampingHikingPower outages
Common praise
Compact and lightweightPowerful 920 lumen outputRed light mode preserves night vision and prevents insect attractionTactical tail switch for easy one-handed useRobust build quality with waterproof rating IPX8
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
Battery and charger not includedRuntime on turbo mode limited to about 30 minutes
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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