Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 1C vs ThruNite TH20 Pro
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 22% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 259% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TH20 Pro 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 22% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 259% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH20 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% 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$29.95Cheapest
Weight
45 g (1.59 oz)Lightest
57.6 g (2.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
80 mm (3.15 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
281 lmLowest output
1010 lmHighest output
Max candela
5136 cdLowest candela
7200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
269 m (883 ft)Highest
169 m (554 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18900 minLongest runtime
10800 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 CR123A battery
1x AA or 1x 14500 battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging via included 14500 battery
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8
Impact resistance
10 m (33 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminium with type III hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
RunningCampingUtility TasksEveryday 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
Lightweight and compactGood runtime and output for sizeIncludes rechargeable 14500 battery with USB-C chargingFlexible use as headlamp or right-angle flashlight
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
No battery level indicator on lightLow mode may be too bright for some usersNo external charging port on light body
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