Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 vs ThruNite Ti4
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 353% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Ti4 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 355% 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$19.99Cheapest
Weight
101.1 g (3.57 oz)Heaviest
22.3 g (0.79 oz)Lightest
Length
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
132.9 mm (5.23 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
450 lmHighest output
252 lmLowest output
Max candela
4232 cdHighest candela
1120 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Highest
67 m (220 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
672 minShortest runtime
3060 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 AA batteries
2x AAA batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
No
No
IP rating
IPX8 (1.5 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aluminum with titanium-coated stainless steel pocket clip
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesPower outagesHome emergency use
EDCOutdoor campingGeneral everyday use
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
Good build qualityPositive and rewarding clicky switchCompact and pen-like form factorBroad beam with good mode spacingNeutral white and cool white options availableComes with spare O-rings and thorough manual
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
Short runtimes due to AAA battery powerSwitch is prone to accidental activation in pocketTight battery tube may cause difficulty with some batteriesStrobe mode is awkward to access
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