Comparison Console
Sofirn SC13B vs ThruNite Archer 1A V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Sofirn SC13B stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC13B stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SC13B stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 550% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 550% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SC13B stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1% 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$32.99Cheapest
US$35.95Most expensive
Weight
40 g (1.41 oz)Lightest
42 g (1.48 oz)Heaviest
Length
64.6 mm (2.54 in)Shortest
110 mm (4.33 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1300 lmHighest output
200 lmLowest output
Max candela
9520.5 cdHighest candela
1088 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
217 m (712 ft)Highest
66 m (217 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
10200 minShortest runtime
10350 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18350 1100mAh
1x AA battery or 14500 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCompact keychain flashlightEmergency useOutdoor activitiesCamping and hikingPortable hands-free lighting
Everyday carryEmergency and defense situationsLaw enforcementEmergency medical servicesSecurityBikingCampingFishing
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designHigh brightness relative to sizeBuilt-in USB-C charging works well and charges in about 1.5 hoursIncluded 18350 battery and accessories provide good valueLockout mode prevents accidental activationMagnetic tail cap for hands-free attachmentGood user interface with mode memory and indicator switch
Compact sizeVersatile brightness modesGood build qualityAbility to use AA or 14500 batteriesStrike bezel for emergency useIPX-8 waterproof ratingImpact resistant to 1.5 metersGood battery runtime in various modes
Common complaints
Low CRI and cold white tint around 6000-6500KOutput does not fully reach claimed 1300 lumens, more like 1000 lumens sustainedBeam has ring artifacts due to fresnel lensShort turbo runtime with quick stepdownSide switch with button terminal instead of spring on battery endNot ideal for long runtime heavy use beyond a few hours
Pocket clip design changed from V2 and does not hold as securelyRuntime may be less than manufacturer specification on highest mode by about 25-30%
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