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Nitecore NU06 LE vs ThruNite Archer Mini
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2600% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 127% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 2600% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 900% 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$26.95Most expensive
US$25.95Cheapest
Weight
15 g (0.53 oz)Lightest
34 g (1.20 oz)Heaviest
Length
29.5 mm (1.16 in)Shortest
83 mm (3.27 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
15 lmLowest output
405 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
2245 cd
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Highest
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4500 minLongest runtime
450 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Model specific rechargeable Li-ion battery
10400 rechargeable lithium-ion (sealed internal)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Polycarbonate
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor ActivitiesLaw Enforcement PersonnelAttachment To Bags, Helmets, MOLLE Systems, Hook And Loop Surfaces
EDC Pocket CarryDaily CarryCampingHikingOutdoor Use
Common praise
Versatile Mounting With Magnetic, Hook And Loop, MOLLE BracketsLong Runtime For Its SizeCompact And Lightweight DesignEffective Multi Color Signaling With Multiple Modes
Compact Size And WeightUSB C ChargingSimple Two Mode UiPleasant Beam Profile With Tir OpticGood Build Quality And Anodized Aluminum BodyLockout Feature To Prevent Accidental Activation
Common complaints
Limited Maximum Brightness (15 Lumens)Limited Impact Resistance (1 Meter)
Non Replaceable Internal BatteryGreen Tint To The Beam Due To Sst 20 LEDSome Accidental Tail Switch Activations Without LockoutFrustrating User Interface Compared To Traditional AaasNo Mechanical Click SwitchSlippery Smooth Body With Minimal Knurling
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