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Streamlight MicroStream vs ThruNite Archer 1C
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 20900% 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$47.95Most expensive
US$33.95Cheapest
Weight
31.2 g (1.10 oz)Lightest
45 g (1.59 oz)Heaviest
Length
98.2 mm (3.87 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
250 lmLowest output
281 lmHighest output
Max candela
1150 cdLowest candela
5136 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
269 m (883 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
18900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
1 CR123A battery
Charging type
USB charging via included cable
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX4
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
10 m (33 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesCampingHikingHands-free use with pocket or hat clip
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
Common praise
Compact and lightweightGood brightness for sizeRechargeable battery with USB chargingDurable construction with IPX4 water resistanceIncludes pocket and hat clip for hands-free use
Compact size and lightweightGood build quality and tough anodized finishMultiple useful brightness modes including fireflyWaterproof and impact resistantTactical design with stainless steel strike bezel and knurled gripProgrammable memory function
Common complaints
Limited runtime on high mode (1.5 hours)No specified weight or dimensions for head/body diameter in some sources
Battery not includedSome users note larger o-ring on battery tube causing assembly difficultyClip reversible but no dedicated channel on tailcapTailstanding slightly unstable
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