Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer Mini vs ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 539% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 165% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 539% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Catapult Mini Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 527% 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$25.95Cheapest
US$49.95Most expensive
Weight
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
90 g (3.17 oz)Heaviest
Length
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
89.5 mm (3.52 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
405 lmLowest output
2588 lmHighest output
Max candela
2245 cdLowest candela
80200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
179 m (587 ft)Highest
Max runtime
450 minShortest runtime
2820 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10400 rechargeable lithium-ion (sealed internal)
1x 18350 lithium-ion (1100mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
Unknown
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDC pocket carryDaily carryCampingHikingOutdoor use
EDCThrower flashlight usePortable compact high output
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
Very bright output for sizeImpressive throw with clean hotspotOnboard USB-C charging includedGood build quality
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
Turbo mode limited to 20 seconds before step downNo pocket clip includedLow mode may be too bright for some users
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