Comparison Console
Streamlight MicroStream vs ThruNite Archer Mini
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 8% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight MicroStream stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 400% 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$25.95Cheapest
Weight
31.2 g (1.10 oz)Lightest
34 g (1.20 oz)Heaviest
Length
98.2 mm (3.87 in)Longest
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
250 lmLowest output
405 lmHighest output
Max candela
1150 cdLowest candela
2245 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
87 m (285 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minShortest runtime
450 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
10400 rechargeable lithium-ion (sealed internal)
Charging type
USB charging via included cable
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized machined aluminum with polycarbonate lens
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesCampingHikingHands-free use with pocket or hat clip
EDC pocket carryDaily carryCampingHikingOutdoor 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 weightUSB-C chargingSimple two-mode UIPleasant beam profile with TIR opticGood build quality and anodized aluminum bodyLockout feature to prevent accidental activation
Common complaints
Limited runtime on high mode (1.5 hours)No specified weight or dimensions for head/body diameter in some sources
Non-replaceable internal batteryGreen tint to the beam due to SST-20 LEDSome accidental tail switch activations without lockoutFrustrating user interface compared to traditional AAAsNo mechanical click switchSlippery smooth body with minimal knurling
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