Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 vs ThruNite Archer 1A V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 137% 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$30Cheapest
US$35.95Most expensive
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Heaviest
42 g (1.48 oz)Lightest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)
110 mm (4.33 in)
Output
Max lumens
180 lmLowest output
200 lmHighest output
Max candela
2400 cdHighest candela
1088 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
97 m (318 ft)Highest
66 m (217 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
24480 minLongest runtime
10350 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x AA or 14500 battery (not included)
1x AA battery or 14500 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (1.5 meters)
IPX-8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Users needing AA battery compatibilityVersatile brightness modesThose preferring side switch mode control
Everyday carryEmergency and defense situationsLaw enforcementEmergency medical servicesSecurityBikingCampingFishing
Common praise
Good build qualityUser-friendly interface with dual switchesVersatile modes including firefly and strobeUses widely available AA or 14500 batteries
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
Tailstand stability varies by sampleOutput limited compared to larger battery flashlightsSide switch may lack explicit low battery indicator
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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