Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 1C vs ThruNite T1
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 37% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 434% 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 26% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 434% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2150% 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$45.95Most expensive
Weight
45 g (1.59 oz)Lightest
71.5 g (2.52 oz)Heaviest
Length
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
281 lmLowest output
1500 lmHighest output
Max candela
5136 cdHighest candela
2600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
269 m (883 ft)Highest
102 m (335 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18900 minLongest runtime
840 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 CR123A battery
1x 18350 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB Micro-USB port (charging cable included)
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
10 m (33 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
Everyday carry (EDC)Compact portable illuminationHands-free use via magnetic tailcap or clip
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 designPowerful 1500 lumen output with balanced beamUSB rechargeable with included 1100mAh batteryMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useMultiple modes including stepless dimming and strobeGood build quality with anodized aluminum bodyIPX8 water resistance
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
Turbo mode sustains max output only about 3 minutes before stepping downClip design requires two-handed operation to attachLower modes exhibit some green tint shift (older CW variants)Charging current conservative (around 0.5A)TIR optic with plastic lens may scratch over time
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