Comparison Console
Nitecore TIKI UV vs ThruNite Archer Mini
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TIKI UV 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 longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 275% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TIKI UV 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 most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 224% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 275% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 51% 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$25Cheapest
US$25.95Most expensive
Weight
10.5 g (0.37 oz)Lightest
34 g (1.20 oz)Heaviest
Length
55 mm (2.17 in)Shortest
83 mm (3.27 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
Unknown
405 lm
Max candela
36 cdLowest candela
2245 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
12 m (39 ft)Lowest
87 m (285 ft)Highest
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
450 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in Li-ion battery
10400 rechargeable lithium-ion (sealed internal)
Charging type
USB-C built-in charging circuit
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Body: PC (V0) plastics; Head: aluminum alloy
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryUV detection for currency, documents, forensic, gemologyShort-range illumination for reading and campingUse as keychain lightApplications requiring UV light and high CRI white light
EDC pocket carryDaily carryCampingHikingOutdoor use
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designStrong UV output for various detection tasksDurable and IP66 rated for dust and water resistanceBuilt-in rechargeable battery with fast chargingSimple single-button interface 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 impact resistance (1 meter)Lower maximum runtime on UV mode (up to 2 hours)Beam distance limited to ~12 meters
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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