Comparison Console
Olight i5R EOS vs ThruNite Archer 1A V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i5R EOS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1003% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1003% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i5R EOS stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 15% 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$39.95Most expensive
US$30Cheapest
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)
60 g (2.12 oz)
Length
95.4 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
110 mm (4.33 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
350 lmHighest output
180 lmLowest output
Max candela
1247 cdLowest candela
2400 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
70.6 m (232 ft)Lowest
97 m (318 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2220 minShortest runtime
24480 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Custom 2.4V rechargeable lithium-ion cell (called "14500" but non-standard)
1 x AA or 14500 battery (not included)
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX8
IPX-8 (1.5 meters)
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
EDCUsers wanting a dual-chemistry cell flashlightThose appreciating unique plum color
Everyday carry (EDC)Users needing AA battery compatibilityVersatile brightness modesThose preferring side switch mode control
Common praise
Unique plum color with attractive finishCompact size for everyday carrySolid light performance up to 350 lumensIncludes custom rechargeable 2.4V lithium-ion cell and USB-C charging
Good build qualityUser-friendly interface with dual switchesVersatile modes including firefly and strobeUses widely available AA or 14500 batteries
Common complaints
Included specialized 2.4V cell not compatible with standard 14500 chargers or batteriesSpring edge can snag battery when screwing on tailcap without modification
Tailstand stability varies by sampleOutput limited compared to larger battery flashlightsSide switch may lack explicit low battery indicator
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