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ThruNite Archer 2A V2 vs Wurkkos WK30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% 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 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% 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.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 167% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 42% 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$37Most expensive
Weight
101.1 g (3.57 oz)Lightest
104 g (3.67 oz)Heaviest
Length
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
113 mm (4.45 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
450 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
4232 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Highest
120 m (394 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
672 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
2 AA batteries
Single 26650, 18650, 21700 or 2x CR123A (emergency)
Charging type
Unknown
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (1.5 meters)
IPX8 (up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aluminum with titanium-coated stainless steel pocket clip
6061 aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Outdoor activitiesPower outagesHome emergency use
EDC use at home and outdoorsUsers needing multi-color flashlight (white, red, UV)Hunting or preserving night vision with red lightUV inspection/bug hunting
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 value for a versatile 3-color flashlightHigh quality Samsung LH351D 5000K 90CRI white LEDStrong red Cree XP-E emitter and powerful UV LEDGood build quality with aerospace grade aluminumMultiple power levels per color modeIncludes 5000mAh 26650 battery and accessories
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
Large size not suitable for pocket carryMicro-USB charging port instead of USB-CHold-to-turn-off UI is unintuitiveThin tube walls compared to some preferences
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