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ThruNite Archer 1C vs ThruNite T1S
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 29% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 331% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite T1S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 331% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 106% 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$30Cheapest
Weight
45 g (1.59 oz)Lightest
63 g (2.22 oz)Heaviest
Length
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
281 lmLowest output
1212 lmHighest output
Max candela
5136 cdLowest candela
8460 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
269 m (883 ft)Highest
184 m (604 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18900 minShortest runtime
38880 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 CR123A battery
18350
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C PD compatible
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX-8
Impact resistance
10 m (33 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Aluminum 6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
EDC useCompact portable lightHands-free use with magnetic tail and 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 size and light weightPowerful max output for sizeUSB-C PD chargingNon-proprietary batteryMagnetic tailcap and dual-directional clip for hands-free useGood build quality and anodized aluminum body
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
Green tint shifts on lower brightness modesPlastic concave TIR optic is prone to scratchingLimited to cool white SST-40 LEDDoes not have glass lensClip design not preferred by some
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