Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 vs ThruNite Archer Mini
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 125% 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 14% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5340% 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$25.95Cheapest
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Heaviest
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Longest
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
180 lmLowest output
405 lmHighest output
Max candela
2400 cdHighest candela
2245 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
97 m (318 ft)Highest
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
24480 minLongest runtime
450 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x AA or 14500 battery (not included)
10400 rechargeable lithium-ion (sealed internal)
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (1.5 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Users needing AA battery compatibilityVersatile brightness modesThose preferring side switch mode control
EDC pocket carryDaily carryCampingHikingOutdoor use
Common praise
Good build qualityUser-friendly interface with dual switchesVersatile modes including firefly and strobeUses widely available AA or 14500 batteries
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
Tailstand stability varies by sampleOutput limited compared to larger battery flashlightsSide switch may lack explicit low battery indicator
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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