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ThruNite Archer 1C vs ThruNite Ti4
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 102% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 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 518% 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$19.99Cheapest
Weight
45 g (1.59 oz)Heaviest
22.3 g (0.79 oz)Lightest
Length
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
132.9 mm (5.23 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
281 lmHighest output
252 lmLowest output
Max candela
5136 cdHighest candela
1120 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
269 m (883 ft)Highest
67 m (220 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18900 minLongest runtime
3060 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 CR123A battery
2x AAA batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX-8
IPX8
Impact resistance
10 m (33 ft)Highest
2 m (7 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
EDCOutdoor campingGeneral everyday use
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
Good build qualityPositive and rewarding clicky switchCompact and pen-like form factorBroad beam with good mode spacingNeutral white and cool white options availableComes with spare O-rings and thorough manual
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
Short runtimes due to AAA battery powerSwitch is prone to accidental activation in pocketTight battery tube may cause difficulty with some batteriesStrobe mode is awkward to access
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