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ThruNite Archer Mini vs ThruNite BSS W1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS W1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 337% 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$25.95Most expensive
US$24Cheapest
Weight
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
51.5 g (1.82 oz)Heaviest
Length
83 mm (3.27 in)Longest
67 mm (2.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
405 lmLowest output
693 lmHighest output
Max candela
2245 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
87 m (285 ft)
Unknown
Max runtime
450 minLongest runtime
103 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10400 rechargeable lithium-ion (sealed internal)
16340 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
MicroUSB onboard charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDC pocket carryDaily carryCampingHikingOutdoor use
EDC for new usersCompact small EDC useDeep pocket carry
Common praise
Compact size and weightUSB-C chargingSimple two-mode UIPleasant beam profile with TIR opticGood build quality and anodized aluminum bodyLockout feature to prevent accidental activation
Compact and lightweight designDeep carry pocket clipAffordable price pointStrong magnetic tailcapSimple and intuitive user interface
Common complaints
Non-replaceable internal batteryGreen tint to the beam due to SST-20 LEDSome accidental tail switch activations without lockoutFrustrating user interface compared to traditional AAAsNo mechanical click switchSlippery smooth body with minimal knurling
Short turbo runtime (1 minute before stepdown)MicroUSB charging instead of USB-CNo lockout mode except mechanical twistGreen tint on lower modesLED centering not perfect
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