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ThruNite Archer 1C vs ThruNite TC15 V3
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 39% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 755% 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 32% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 755% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TC15 V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 530% 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$49.95Most expensive
Weight
45 g (1.59 oz)Lightest
74 g (2.61 oz)Heaviest
Length
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
122.5 mm (4.82 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
281 lmLowest output
2403 lmHighest output
Max candela
5136 cdLowest candela
12450 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
269 m (883 ft)Highest
223 m (732 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18900 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 CR123A battery
18650
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
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
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
Everyday carryGeneral useTactical applications
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
High maximum brightness outputCompact and lightweight designBuilt-in USB-C chargingGood runtime on multiple modesIncluded battery and accessoriesRugged 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
Cool white LED tint is high CCT and may appear too blue for some usersCannot cycle from moonlight directly to other modesSlight battery rattle with flat top 18650 batteriesBody tube reversible but light will not function in reversed orientation
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