Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 vs Wurkkos WK30
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos WK30 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 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 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 V3 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 140% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos WK30 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer 2A V3 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 35% 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$37Most expensive
Weight
101.2 g (3.57 oz)Lightest
104 g (3.67 oz)Heaviest
Length
152.4 mm (6.00 in)Longest
113 mm (4.45 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
2200 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
93 m (305 ft)Lowest
120 m (394 ft)Highest
Max runtime
14400 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
2x AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable
Single 26650, 18650, 21700 or 2x CR123A (emergency)
Charging type
Unknown
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8 (up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum, Type-III hard-anodized
6061 aerospace grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor activitiesEmergency preparedness
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
High brightness for size and priceDurable aircraft-grade aluminum bodyWell-designed dual switch interfaceVersatile mode options with strobeLightweight and pocketable form factor
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
Clip placement and design is peculiarTurbo mode time limitedNo included batteriesBrightness step between high and medium may not be ideal
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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