Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro vs ThruNite Archer Pro V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% 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$24.95Cheapest
Weight
68.04 g (2.40 oz)Heaviest
65 g (2.29 oz)Lightest
Length
157.48 mm (6.20 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1020 lmHighest output
950 lmLowest output
Max candela
33187 cdLowest candela
48730 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
365 m (1198 ft)Highest
187 m (614 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
33840 minLongest runtime
21600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion or 2x standard AA batteries
Built-in 14500 1000mAh rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB-C charging port (direct or battery)
USB-C on-board charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized finish
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDC (everyday carry)CampingHikingPower outages
EDCPocket carryRamping output users
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 pocketable designUSB-C on-board charging works wellRamping brightness control is smooth and logicalGood mode spacing from Firefly to TurboTwo-way pocket clip for versatile carry
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
Battery is built-in and not easily swappableRamping direction memory is counterintuitiveLimited disassembly optionsLow CRI around 70
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