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ThruNite Archer 1A V2 vs ThruNite TC15 V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% 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 TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1235% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1235% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 716% 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$30Cheapest
US$49.95Most expensive
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
74 g (2.61 oz)Heaviest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
180 lmLowest output
2403 lmHighest output
Max candela
2400 cdLowest candela
12450 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
97 m (318 ft)Lowest
223 m (732 ft)Highest
Max runtime
24480 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x AA or 14500 battery (not included)
18650
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (1.5 meters)
IPX8
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 carryGeneral useTactical applications
Common praise
Good build qualityUser-friendly interface with dual switchesVersatile modes including firefly and strobeUses widely available AA or 14500 batteries
High maximum brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged anodized aluminum body
Common complaints
Tailstand stability varies by sampleOutput limited compared to larger battery flashlightsSide switch may lack explicit low battery indicator
Cool white LED tint is high CCT and may appear too blue for some usersCannot cycle from moonlight directly to other modesSlight battery rattle with flat top 18650 batteriesBody tube reversible but light will not function in reversed orientation
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