Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer Mini vs Wurkkos HD03
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 31% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD03 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD03 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos HD03 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD03 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD03 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD03 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 380% 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$19Cheapest
Weight
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
49 g (1.73 oz)Heaviest
Length
83 mm (3.27 in)Longest
60 mm (2.36 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
405 lmLowest output
680 lmHighest output
Max candela
2245 cdLowest candela
2712 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
87 m (285 ft)Lowest
104 m (341 ft)Highest
Max runtime
450 minShortest runtime
2160 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
10400 rechargeable lithium-ion (sealed internal)
Built-in 600mAh Li-Polymer
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX6
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Anodized aluminum
Aluminium
Use case profile
Best for
EDC pocket carryDaily carryCampingHikingOutdoor use
Everyday carryWorkOutdoor useHands-free tasksClipping onto pockets, hats, backpacks or metal surfacesBike light with red strobe
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
Versatile mounting with clip and magnetHigh CRI floodlight for natural color renderingCompact and lightweight for EDCBuilt-in rechargeable battery with USB-C chargingGood runtime matching manufacturer specs
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
RGB light brightness is too low for illuminationRapid RGB color cycling makes selecting colors difficultSpotlight has low CRI and slight green tintFlimsy rubber charging port coverNo last mode memory for spotlight/floodlight modesLight turns off abruptly at runtime end
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