Comparison Console
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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