Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 1C vs ThruNite Archer 2A Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 263% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 263% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% 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$33.95Cheapest
US$39.95Most expensive
Weight
45 g (1.59 oz)Lightest
68.04 g (2.40 oz)Heaviest
Length
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
157.48 mm (6.20 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
281 lmLowest output
1020 lmHighest output
Max candela
5136 cdLowest candela
33187 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
269 m (883 ft)Lowest
365 m (1198 ft)Highest
Max runtime
18900 minShortest runtime
33840 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 CR123A battery
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion or 2x standard AA batteries
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging port (direct or battery)
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8
Impact resistance
10 m (33 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
Tactical useEDC (everyday carry)CampingHikingPower outages
Common praise
Compact size and lightweightGood build quality and tough anodized finishMultiple useful brightness modes including fireflyWaterproof and impact resistantTactical design with stainless steel strike bezel and knurled gripProgrammable memory function
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
Battery not includedSome users note larger o-ring on battery tube causing assembly difficultyClip reversible but no dedicated channel on tailcapTailstanding slightly unstable
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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