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ThruNite Archer 1C vs ThruNite BSS W1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 147% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 147% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 18250% 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$24Cheapest
Weight
45 g (1.59 oz)Lightest
51.5 g (1.82 oz)Heaviest
Length
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
281 lmLowest output
693 lmHighest output
Max candela
5136 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
269 m (883 ft)
Unknown
Max runtime
18900 minLongest runtime
103 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 CR123A battery
16340 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Unknown
MicroUSB onboard charging
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8
Impact resistance
10 m (33 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
EDC for new usersCompact small EDC useDeep pocket carry
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 lightweight designDeep carry pocket clipAffordable price pointStrong magnetic tailcapSimple and intuitive user interface
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
Short turbo runtime (1 minute before stepdown)MicroUSB charging instead of USB-CNo lockout mode except mechanical twistGreen tint on lower modesLED centering not perfect
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