Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 1C vs ThruNite Saber 2A
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 20% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 135% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Saber 2A 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 1C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 135% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 66% 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)Lightest
56.2 g (1.98 oz)Heaviest
Length
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
281 lmLowest output
659 lmHighest output
Max candela
5136 cdLowest candela
7555 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
269 m (883 ft)Highest
142 m (466 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18900 minLongest runtime
11400 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 CR123A battery
1x AA alkaline or rechargeable NiMH, or 1x 14500 lithium-ion (included)
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging via included 14500 battery
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 body with PMMA TIR optic lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
EDCEveryday carryLaw enforcementSecurityEmergency useMedical servicesCampingDuty light
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 for pocket carryHigh output and good beam throwAbility to run on both AA and 14500 batteriesUSB-C charging included with the batterySimple and intuitive two-mode UIDurable IPX8 waterproof design
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
Tail switch is firm and may be hard for some to pressLow mode is relatively bright and not very low
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