Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 1C vs ThruNite Archer Pro V2
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 31% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 238% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 238% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 14% 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$24.95Cheapest
Weight
45 g (1.59 oz)Lightest
65 g (2.29 oz)Heaviest
Length
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
98 mm (3.86 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
281 lmLowest output
950 lmHighest output
Max candela
5136 cdLowest candela
48730 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
269 m (883 ft)Highest
187 m (614 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18900 minShortest runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 CR123A battery
Built-in 14500 1000mAh rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C on-board charging
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
10 m (33 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
EDCPocket carryRamping output users
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 and pocketable designUSB-C on-board charging works wellRamping brightness control is smooth and logicalGood mode spacing from Firefly to TurboTwo-way pocket clip for versatile carry
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
Battery is built-in and not easily swappableRamping direction memory is counterintuitiveLimited disassembly optionsLow CRI around 70
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