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ThruNite Archer 2A Pro vs ThruNite Thrower
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 135% 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$39.95Cheapest
US$50Most expensive
Weight
68.04 g (2.40 oz)Lightest
109 g (3.84 oz)Heaviest
Length
157.48 mm (6.20 in)Longest
109 mm (4.29 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1020 lmLowest output
1755 lmHighest output
Max candela
33187 cdHighest candela
26100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
365 m (1198 ft)Highest
323 m (1060 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
33840 minLongest runtime
14400 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion or 2x standard AA batteries
18650
Charging type
USB-C charging port (direct or battery)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEDC (everyday carry)CampingHikingPower outages
BikingSkateboardingTrail runningLong distance beam requirements
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
Very good throw performance with 26,100 cd intensityIncluded 3400mAh 18650 batteryGreat runtime on low and medium modesComfortable and adjustable headbandSimple and straightforward UI with direct access to firefly and turbo modes
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
Warm on turbo output causing some heat and neck fatigue when worn on headSlight rattling or wiggle of the battery inside the tubeThin rubber flap sealing USB-C portNo magnetic tailcapTailcap threads can be a bit gritty
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