Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 vs ThruNite T1S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite T1S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 169% 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 T1S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 169% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5686% 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$30Most expensive
Weight
101.1 g (3.57 oz)Heaviest
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
Length
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
450 lmLowest output
1212 lmHighest output
Max candela
4232 cdLowest candela
8460 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
184 m (604 ft)Highest
Max runtime
672 minShortest runtime
38880 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 AA batteries
18350
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C PD compatible
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (1.5 meters)
IPX-8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum with titanium-coated stainless steel pocket clip
Aluminum 6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesPower outagesHome emergency use
EDC useCompact portable lightHands-free use with magnetic tail and clip
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 size and light weightPowerful max output for sizeUSB-C PD chargingNon-proprietary batteryMagnetic tailcap and dual-directional clip for hands-free useGood build quality and anodized aluminum body
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
Green tint shifts on lower brightness modesPlastic concave TIR optic is prone to scratchingLimited to cool white SST-40 LEDDoes not have glass lensClip design not preferred by some
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