Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer Mini vs ThruNite Saber 2A
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 40% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2433% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2433% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber 2A stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 16% 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
US$25.95
Weight
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
56.2 g (1.98 oz)Heaviest
Length
83 mm (3.27 in)Shortest
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
405 lmLowest output
659 lmHighest output
Max candela
2245 cdLowest candela
7555 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
142 m (466 ft)Highest
Max runtime
450 minShortest runtime
11400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10400 rechargeable lithium-ion (sealed internal)
1x AA alkaline or rechargeable NiMH, or 1x 14500 lithium-ion (included)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging via included 14500 battery
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aluminum body with PMMA TIR optic lens
Use case profile
Best for
EDC pocket carryDaily carryCampingHikingOutdoor use
EDCEveryday carryLaw enforcementSecurityEmergency useMedical servicesCampingDuty light
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 for pocket carryHigh output and good beam throwAbility to run on both AA and 14500 batteriesUSB-C charging included with the batterySimple and intuitive two-mode UIDurable IPX8 waterproof design
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
Tail switch is firm and may be hard for some to pressLow mode is relatively bright and not very low
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