ThruNite Archer 1A V2 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 40% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 511% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 511% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite Neutron 2C V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 685% 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.
1×18650, 1×18350, 2×16340 or 2×CR123A (compatible multiple cells)
Charging type
Unknown
USB side port charging (micro-USB)
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (1.5 meters)
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Type-III hard anodized aluminum body
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Users Needing Aa Battery Compatibility▣Versatile Brightness Modes▣Those Preferring Side Switch Mode Control
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Versatile Battery Compatibility▣Users Wanting Fine Brightness Control Through Ramping Ui
Common praise
✓Good Build Quality✓User Friendly Interface With Dual Switches✓Versatile Modes Including Firefly And Strobe✓Uses Widely Available Aa Or 14500 Batteries
✓Versatile Battery Configurations Including 18650, 18350, 16340, And Cr123a✓Smooth Ramping Ui With Memory Function For Precise Brightness Control✓Solid Build Quality With Good Grip And Finish✓Includes USB Side Charging With 1a Current✓Bright Output Up To 1100 Lumens With 240m Beam Distance
Common complaints
⚠Tailstand Stability Varies By Sample⚠Output Limited Compared To Larger Battery Flashlights⚠Side Switch May Lack Explicit Low Battery Indicator
⚠Pwm Visible At 110 Hz On Low To Medium Brightness Levels, Which Can Be Distracting⚠Not The Smallest Size For An EDC Light⚠No Tail Switch; All Functions Controlled By Side Switch