Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 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 V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 142% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 142% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1S stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 170% 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$29.95Cheapest
US$30Most expensive
Weight
101.2 g (3.57 oz)Heaviest
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
Length
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Longest
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
1212 lmHighest output
Max candela
2200 cdLowest candela
8460 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
93 m (305 ft)Lowest
184 m (604 ft)Highest
Max runtime
14400 minShortest runtime
38880 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable
18350
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C PD compatible
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized
Aluminum 6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activitiesEmergency preparedness
EDC useCompact portable lightHands-free use with magnetic tail and clip
Common praise
High brightness for size and priceDurable aircraft-grade aluminum bodyWell-designed dual switch interfaceVersatile mode options with strobeLightweight and pocketable form factor
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
Clip placement and design is peculiarTurbo mode time limitedNo included batteriesBrightness step between high and medium may not be ideal
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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