Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 1C vs ThruNite Ti5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 181% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 181% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10400% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 1C stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti5 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 1% 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$33.95
Unknown
Weight
45 g (1.59 oz)Heaviest
20 g (0.71 oz)Lightest
Length
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
90 mm (3.54 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
281 lmHighest output
100 lmLowest output
Max candela
5136 cdHighest candela
460 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
269 m (883 ft)Highest
43 m (141 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18900 minLongest runtime
180 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 CR123A battery
1x AAA battery (not included)
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
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
Aircraft grade aluminum alloy body with premium type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEmergency use
EDC daily carryPocket carry in small cargo pants and sleeve pen pocketsSignaling and brief lighting
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 light at 20 grams without batteryGood throw with Cree XP-G2 LEDForward clicky switch provides momentary on and intuitive mode cyclingWaterproof with IPX-8 ratingDurable construction with aircraft grade aluminum and hard anodized finish
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 runtime on high mode (about 30 minutes) due to single AAA battery configurationBattery not included
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