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ThruNite Archer 1A V2 vs ThruNite Archer 2A V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 70% 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$30Most expensive
US$29.95Cheapest
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
101.2 g (3.57 oz)Heaviest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
180 lmLowest output
500 lmHighest output
Max candela
2400 cdHighest candela
2200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
97 m (318 ft)Highest
93 m (305 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
24480 minLongest runtime
14400 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x AA or 14500 battery (not included)
2x AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX-8 (1.5 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Users needing AA battery compatibilityVersatile brightness modesThose preferring side switch mode control
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activitiesEmergency preparedness
Common praise
Good build qualityUser-friendly interface with dual switchesVersatile modes including firefly and strobeUses widely available AA or 14500 batteries
High brightness for size and priceDurable aircraft-grade aluminum bodyWell-designed dual switch interfaceVersatile mode options with strobeLightweight and pocketable form factor
Common complaints
Tailstand stability varies by sampleOutput limited compared to larger battery flashlightsSide switch may lack explicit low battery indicator
Clip placement and design is peculiarTurbo mode time limitedNo included batteriesBrightness step between high and medium may not be ideal
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