ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Wurkkos FC11C stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 346% 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.
Aluminum with titanium-coated stainless steel pocket clip
6061-T6 aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Outdoor Activities▣Power Outages▣Home Emergency Use
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Newcomers Transitioning From Basic Flashlights▣Tactical And General Purpose Use
Common praise
✓Compact And Lightweight Design✓Dual Switch Interface For Tactical And Daily Use✓Good Runtime And Mode Variety Relative To Battery Type✓Durability With Ipx8 Waterproofing And Impact Resistance
✓Excellent Value For Money✓Stable Regulated Output With Buck Driver✓High Color Rendering Nichia 519a LED✓Strong Magnetic Tailcap For Hands Free Use✓Convenient USB C Charging With Included Cable✓Ipx8 Waterproof And Solid Aluminum Construction✓Smooth User Interface With Ramping And Stepped Modes
Common complaints
⚠Lower Maximum Output Compared To Newer Models Like The Archer 2a C⚠Uses Standard Aa Batteries Instead Of Rechargeable Battery Pack⚠Some May Find Beam Distance Limited Compared To High End Tactical Flashlights
⚠Lower Max Output Than Predecessor (maximum Around 1200 Lumens)⚠Somewhat Sharp Cooling Fins And Lanyard Hole Edges⚠Pocket Clip Is Friction Fit And Not Deep Carry⚠Charging Port Cover Can Open Accidentally⚠Output Steps Down After About 90 Seconds In Turbo Mode To Avoid Overheating