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ThruNite Archer 1A V2 vs ThruNite TH20

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. ThruNite TH20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 189% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

ThruNite TH20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.

Most expensive

ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.

Lightest

ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

ThruNite TH20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite TH20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 189% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

ThruNite TH20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

ThruNite Archer 1A V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% 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.

ThruNite Archer 1A V2 — Beam distance: 97 m (318 ft)ThruNite Archer 1A V2 — Max candela: 2400 cdThruNite Archer 1A V2 — Weight: 60 g (2.12 oz)ThruNite Archer 1A V2 — Length: 110 mm (4.33 in)ThruNite Archer 1A V2 — Retail price: US$30ThruNite Archer 1A V2 — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)ThruNite TH20 — Beam distance: 67 m (220 ft)ThruNite TH20 — Max candela: 1120 cdThruNite TH20 — Weight: 76 g (2.68 oz)ThruNite TH20 — Length: 70 mm (2.76 in)ThruNite TH20 — Retail price: US$29.99ThruNite TH20 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$30Most expensive
US$29.99Cheapest
Weight
60 g (2.12 oz)Lightest
76 g (2.68 oz)Heaviest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Longest
70 mm (2.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
180 lmLowest output
520 lmHighest output
Max candela
2400 cdHighest candela
1120 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
97 m (318 ft)Highest
67 m (220 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
24480 minLongest runtime
13320 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x AA or 14500 battery (not included)
1x AA or 1x 14500 lithium ion battery
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8 (1.5 meters)
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Users needing AA battery compatibilityVersatile brightness modesThose preferring side switch mode control
Hands-free lighting tasksCampingReadingOutdoor activities
Common praise
Good build qualityUser-friendly interface with dual switchesVersatile modes including firefly and strobeUses widely available AA or 14500 batteries
Comfortable headstrap and lightweight designSmooth ramping user interface with mode memoryGood output for size and battery typeDurable anodized aluminum constructionWaterproof to IPX-8 standard
Common complaints
Tailstand stability varies by sampleOutput limited compared to larger battery flashlightsSide switch may lack explicit low battery indicator
No on-board chargingNo low voltage protection for 14500 batteryLimited retention options — designed primarily for use with headstrapE-switch located on end can be slightly awkward to operate

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