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ThruNite Archer 2A V2 vs ThruNite Archer 2A V3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight. ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% 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 3% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2043% 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$29Cheapest
US$29.95Most expensive
Weight
101.1 g (3.57 oz)Lightest
101.2 g (3.57 oz)Heaviest
Length
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
450 lmLowest output
500 lmHighest output
Max candela
4232 cdHighest candela
2200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Highest
93 m (305 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
672 minShortest runtime
14400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 AA batteries
2x AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX8 (1.5 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum with titanium-coated stainless steel pocket clip
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesPower outagesHome emergency use
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activitiesEmergency preparedness
Common praise
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
High brightness for size and priceDurable aircraft-grade aluminum bodyWell-designed dual switch interfaceVersatile mode options with strobeLightweight and pocketable form factor
Common complaints
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
Clip placement and design is peculiarTurbo mode time limitedNo included batteriesBrightness step between high and medium may not be ideal
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