ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5650% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Lightest
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 110% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5650% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
ThruNite Archer 1A V3 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 22% 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.
1x AA battery or 14500 Li-ion rechargeable battery
1x AAA battery (not included)
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum alloy body with premium type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Emergency And Defense Situations▣Law Enforcement▣Emergency Medical Services▣Security▣Biking▣Camping▣Fishing
▣EDC Daily Carry▣Pocket Carry In Small Cargo Pants And Sleeve Pen Pockets▣Signaling And Brief Lighting
Common praise
✓Compact Size✓Versatile Brightness Modes✓Good Build Quality✓Ability To Use Aa Or 14500 Batteries✓Strike Bezel For Emergency Use✓IPX 8 Waterproof Rating✓Impact Resistant To 1.5 Meters✓Good Battery Runtime In Various Modes
✓Compact And Light At 20 Grams Without Battery✓Good Throw With Cree Xp G2 LED✓Forward Clicky Switch Provides Momentary On And Intuitive Mode Cycling✓Waterproof With IPX 8 Rating✓Durable Construction With Aircraft Grade Aluminum And Hard Anodized Finish
Common complaints
⚠Pocket Clip Design Changed From V2 And Does Not Hold As Securely⚠Runtime May Be Less Than Manufacturer Specification On Highest Mode By About 25 30%
⚠Short Runtime On High Mode (about 30 Minutes) Due To Single Aaa Battery Configuration⚠Battery Not Included