Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 vs ThruNite Archer 2A Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 410% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 410% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 227% 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$35.95Cheapest
US$39.95Most expensive
Weight
42 g (1.48 oz)Lightest
68.04 g (2.40 oz)Heaviest
Length
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
157.48 mm (6.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
200 lmLowest output
1020 lmHighest output
Max candela
1088 cdLowest candela
33187 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
66 m (217 ft)Lowest
365 m (1198 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10350 minShortest runtime
33840 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x AA battery or 14500 Li-ion rechargeable battery
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion or 2x standard AA batteries
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging port (direct or battery)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEmergency and defense situationsLaw enforcementEmergency medical servicesSecurityBikingCampingFishing
Tactical useEDC (everyday carry)CampingHikingPower outages
Common praise
Compact sizeVersatile brightness modesGood build qualityAbility to use AA or 14500 batteriesStrike bezel for emergency useIPX-8 waterproof ratingImpact resistant to 1.5 metersGood battery runtime in various modes
High brightness and long beam distanceDual switch design for easy and quick mode changesLong runtime with low power Firefly mode lasting over 23 daysConvenient USB-C charging with included cableDurable aerospace-grade aluminum construction with waterproof rating
Common complaints
Pocket clip design changed from V2 and does not hold as securelyRuntime may be less than manufacturer specification on highest mode by about 25-30%
No clear size and weight details in some retailer descriptionsBattery removal for charging may be less convenient than direct chargingLimited official detailed specifications on dimensions and weight
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