Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 vs ThruNite Saber 2A
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1596% 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$25.95Cheapest
Weight
101.1 g (3.57 oz)Heaviest
56.2 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
Length
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
450 lmLowest output
659 lmHighest output
Max candela
4232 cdLowest candela
7555 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
142 m (466 ft)Highest
Max runtime
672 minShortest runtime
11400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 AA batteries
1x AA alkaline or rechargeable NiMH, or 1x 14500 lithium-ion (included)
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging via included 14500 battery
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (1.5 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum with titanium-coated stainless steel pocket clip
Aluminum body with PMMA TIR optic lens
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesPower outagesHome emergency use
EDCEveryday carryLaw enforcementSecurityEmergency useMedical servicesCampingDuty light
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 lightweight for pocket carryHigh output and good beam throwAbility to run on both AA and 14500 batteriesUSB-C charging included with the batterySimple and intuitive two-mode UIDurable IPX8 waterproof design
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
Tail switch is firm and may be hard for some to pressLow mode is relatively bright and not very low
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