Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 1C vs ThruNite Archer Mini
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4100% 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$33.95Most expensive
US$25.95Cheapest
Weight
45 g (1.59 oz)Heaviest
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Length
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
281 lmLowest output
405 lmHighest output
Max candela
5136 cdHighest candela
2245 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
269 m (883 ft)Highest
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18900 minLongest runtime
450 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 CR123A battery
10400 rechargeable lithium-ion (sealed internal)
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
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
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
EDC pocket carryDaily carryCampingHikingOutdoor use
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
Compact size and weightUSB-C chargingSimple two-mode UIPleasant beam profile with TIR opticGood build quality and anodized aluminum bodyLockout feature to prevent accidental activation
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
Non-replaceable internal batteryGreen tint to the beam due to SST-20 LEDSome accidental tail switch activations without lockoutFrustrating user interface compared to traditional AAAsNo mechanical click switchSlippery smooth body with minimal knurling
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