Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro vs ThruNite Archer 2A V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 127% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 127% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4936% 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$39.95Most expensive
US$29Cheapest
Weight
68.04 g (2.40 oz)Lightest
101.1 g (3.57 oz)Heaviest
Length
157.48 mm (6.20 in)Shortest
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1020 lmHighest output
450 lmLowest output
Max candela
33187 cdHighest candela
4232 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
365 m (1198 ft)Highest
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
33840 minLongest runtime
672 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion or 2x standard AA batteries
2 AA batteries
Charging type
USB-C charging port (direct or battery)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8 (1.5 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized finish
Aluminum with titanium-coated stainless steel pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDC (everyday carry)CampingHikingPower outages
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesPower outagesHome emergency use
Common praise
High brightness and long beam distanceDual switch design for easy and quick mode changesLong runtime with low power Firefly mode lasting over 23 daysConvenient USB-C charging with included cableDurable aerospace-grade aluminum construction with waterproof rating
Compact and lightweight designDual-switch interface for tactical and daily useGood runtime and mode variety relative to battery typeDurability with IPX8 waterproofing and impact resistance
Common complaints
No clear size and weight details in some retailer descriptionsBattery removal for charging may be less convenient than direct chargingLimited official detailed specifications on dimensions and weight
Lower maximum output compared to newer models like the Archer 2A CUses standard AA batteries instead of rechargeable battery packSome may find beam distance limited compared to high-end tactical flashlights
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