Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer Mini vs ThruNite Catapult Pro
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 89% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 570% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 406% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 803% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 570% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 406% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Pro stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 81% 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$25.95
Unknown
Weight
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
307 g (10.83 oz)Heaviest
Length
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
150.6 mm (5.93 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
405 lmLowest output
2713 lmHighest output
Max candela
2245 cdLowest candela
252500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
1000 m (3281 ft)Highest
Max runtime
450 minLongest runtime
89 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10400 rechargeable lithium-ion (sealed internal)
1 x 26650 Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aluminium with hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDC pocket carryDaily carryCampingHikingOutdoor use
Long range throwGeneral purpose useEveryday jacket or cargo 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
High output thrower with good beam distanceSolid build quality with excellent machining and anodizingUSB-C onboard charging includedComes with a comprehensive accessory kit including battery and holster
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
Heavier and larger than previous Catapult V6 modelRequires USB-A to USB-C cable for charging (USB-C to USB-C unsupported)Electronic lockout interface somewhat complexThermal regulation uses timed step-down rather than continuous active cooling
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