Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 vs ThruNite Saber
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 266% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Saber 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 Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 266% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2047% 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
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Longest
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
180 lmLowest output
659 lmHighest output
Max candela
2400 cdLowest candela
7555 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
97 m (318 ft)Lowest
141 m (463 ft)Highest
Max runtime
24480 minLongest runtime
1140 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x AA or 14500 battery (not included)
1 x AA alkaline or 1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C on battery cell with included USB to USB-C cable
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (1.5 meters)
IPX-8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Users needing AA battery compatibilityVersatile brightness modesThose preferring side switch mode control
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesEmergency 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 lightweight designAbility to run on widely available AA or rechargeable 14500 batteryIncluded USB-C rechargeable battery and cableSimple and effective two-mode UI reducing complexityGood beam throw and tight beam profile
Common complaints
Tailstand stability varies by sampleOutput limited compared to larger battery flashlightsSide switch may lack explicit low battery indicator
Low CRI output (under 70)Limited to two modes onlyNo built-in charging port on flashlight body, charging occurs on batteryTailcap unscrews at the head end, which can confuse some users
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