Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 vs ThruNite BSS W1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 285% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 285% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 23667% 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$24Cheapest
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Heaviest
51.5 g (1.82 oz)Lightest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Longest
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
180 lmLowest output
693 lmHighest output
Max candela
2400 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
97 m (318 ft)
Unknown
Max runtime
24480 minLongest runtime
103 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x AA or 14500 battery (not included)
16340 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Unknown
MicroUSB onboard charging
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (1.5 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Users needing AA battery compatibilityVersatile brightness modesThose preferring side switch mode control
EDC for new usersCompact small EDC useDeep pocket carry
Common praise
Good build qualityUser-friendly interface with dual switchesVersatile modes including firefly and strobeUses widely available AA or 14500 batteries
Compact and lightweight designDeep carry pocket clipAffordable price pointStrong magnetic tailcapSimple and intuitive user interface
Common complaints
Tailstand stability varies by sampleOutput limited compared to larger battery flashlightsSide switch may lack explicit low battery indicator
Short turbo runtime (1 minute before stepdown)MicroUSB charging instead of USB-CNo lockout mode except mechanical twistGreen tint on lower modesLED centering not perfect
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