Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 vs Wurkkos TS11S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos TS11S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% 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. Wurkkos TS11S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 344% 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.
Wurkkos TS11S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS11S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS11S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 344% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos TS11S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2355% 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$29.99Most expensive
Weight
101.1 g (3.57 oz)Heaviest
90 g (3.17 oz)Lightest
Length
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
89.5 mm (3.52 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
450 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
4232 cdLowest candela
70025 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
529 m (1736 ft)Highest
Max runtime
672 minShortest runtime
16500 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 AA batteries
1x 18350 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (1.5 meters)
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum with titanium-coated stainless steel pocket clip
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesPower outagesHome emergency use
EDCOutdoor activitiesThrower flashlight useCampingHikingSearchingHunting
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
Excellent throw distance and beam intensityCompact size and lightweight designSimple and friendly user interfaceGood built-in USB-C charging with battery included optionDurable aerospace-grade aluminum alloy 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
Actual lumen output measured below claimed 2000 lumens after thermal stepdownNo tailcap magnet for mountingPWM present on most modes except lowest and turbo
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