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Sofirn SD05 vs ThruNite Archer 2A V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 500% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SD05 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14594% 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$35.99Most expensive
US$29.95Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
101.2 g (3.57 oz)Lightest
Length
119 mm (4.69 in)Shortest
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
36225 cdHighest candela
2200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
271 m (889 ft)Highest
93 m (305 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
98 minShortest runtime
14400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
2x AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable
Charging type
External charger via micro-USB
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodized finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Scuba diving up to 100 metersCampingHuntingGeneral outdoor use
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activitiesEmergency preparedness
Common praise
High output brightness up to 3000 lumensGood build quality and anodization finishSolid waterproofing confirmed to 100 metersStable runtime and no PWM detectedEasy and intuitive rotary dial interfaceIncludes battery, charger, and lanyard in package
High brightness for size and priceDurable aircraft-grade aluminum bodyWell-designed dual switch interfaceVersatile mode options with strobeLightweight and pocketable form factor
Common complaints
Lack of grip on body tubeNo pocket clip or magnet for carryNo SOS or strobe modesSome desire for wider tint optionCharging is external only, not built-in
Clip placement and design is peculiarTurbo mode time limitedNo included batteriesBrightness step between high and medium may not be ideal
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