Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 vs Wurkkos HD01 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos HD01 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD01 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD01 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD01 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD01 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD01 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 900% 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$35Most expensive
Weight
101.2 g (3.57 oz)Heaviest
95 g (3.35 oz)Lightest
Length
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Longest
111.5 mm (4.39 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
2200 cdLowest candela
6175 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
93 m (305 ft)Lowest
157 m (515 ft)Highest
Max runtime
14400 minLongest runtime
1440 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable
Internal Lithium Polymer (LiPo)
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IP65
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activitiesEmergency preparedness
Everyday carryOutdoor adventuresCurrency verificationLeak detectionFluorescent substance detectionPresentationsPointing and long-distance marking
Common praise
High brightness for size and priceDurable aircraft-grade aluminum bodyWell-designed dual switch interfaceVersatile mode options with strobeLightweight and pocketable form factor
Good build quality for the priceVersatile multi-light sourcesCompact and lightweight designEasy and intuitive dual-button user interfaceHigh CRI side floodlight with useful RGB modesMagnetic tail and sturdy clip for hands-free carry
Common complaints
Clip placement and design is peculiarTurbo mode time limitedNo included batteriesBrightness step between high and medium may not be ideal
Rough machining edges on bezel and body cornersLack of knurling leads to slippery gripDoes not have IP67/IP68 water resistanceUSB-C port cover can be fiddlyInternal non-replaceable batteryAccidental activation without lockout enabled
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