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Sofirn IF23 Multicolor vs ThruNite Archer 2A V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 789% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 789% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn IF23 Multicolor stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 348% 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$29.7Most expensive
US$29Cheapest
Weight
125 g (4.41 oz)Heaviest
101.1 g (3.57 oz)Lightest
Length
120.5 mm (4.74 in)Shortest
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
450 lmLowest output
Max candela
15160 cdHighest candela
4232 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
247 m (810 ft)Highest
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
150 minShortest runtime
672 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-Ion rechargeable
2 AA batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (1.5 meters)
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Military-grade anodised aluminium, stainless steel, toughened mineral glass, polycarbonate
Aluminum with titanium-coated stainless steel pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor useIndoor usePower outages
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesPower outagesHome emergency use
Common praise
High brightness outputVersatile beam and floodlight comboCompact yet durable constructionUSB-C charging and power bank functionality
Compact and lightweight designDual-switch interface for tactical and daily useGood runtime and mode variety relative to battery typeDurability with IPX8 waterproofing and impact resistance
Common complaints
Complex user interface with multiple button presses
Lower maximum output compared to newer models like the Archer 2A CUses standard AA batteries instead of rechargeable battery packSome may find beam distance limited compared to high-end tactical flashlights
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