Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 vs ThruNite Archer Pro V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 111% 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 14% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 111% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3114% 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$29Most expensive
US$24.95Cheapest
Weight
101.1 g (3.57 oz)Heaviest
65 g (2.29 oz)Lightest
Length
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
450 lmLowest output
950 lmHighest output
Max candela
4232 cdLowest candela
48730 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
187 m (614 ft)Highest
Max runtime
672 minShortest runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 AA batteries
Built-in 14500 1000mAh rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C on-board charging
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (1.5 meters)
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum with titanium-coated stainless steel pocket clip
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Outdoor ActivitiesPower OutagesHome Emergency Use
EDCPocket CarryRamping Output Users
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
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
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
Battery Is Built In And Not Easily SwappableRamping Direction Memory Is CounterintuitiveLimited Disassembly OptionsLow Cri Around 70
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