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ThruNite Archer Pro V2 vs ThruNite Saber
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Saber stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1795% 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$24.95Cheapest
US$25.95Most expensive
Weight
65 g (2.29 oz)Heaviest
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
Length
98 mm (3.86 in)Longest
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
950 lmHighest output
659 lmLowest output
Max candela
48730 cdHighest candela
7555 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
187 m (614 ft)Highest
141 m (463 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
1140 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 14500 1000mAh rechargeable battery
1 x AA alkaline or 1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C on-board charging
USB-C on battery cell with included USB to USB-C cable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IPX-8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Unknown
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCPocket carryRamping output users
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesEmergency use
Common praise
Compact and pocketable designUSB-C on-board charging works wellRamping brightness control is smooth and logicalGood mode spacing from Firefly to TurboTwo-way pocket clip for versatile carry
Compact size and lightweight designAbility to run on widely available AA or rechargeable 14500 batteryIncluded USB-C rechargeable battery and cableSimple and effective two-mode UI reducing complexityGood beam throw and tight beam profile
Common complaints
Battery is built-in and not easily swappableRamping direction memory is counterintuitiveLimited disassembly optionsLow CRI around 70
Low CRI output (under 70)Limited to two modes onlyNo built-in charging port on flashlight body, charging occurs on batteryTailcap unscrews at the head end, which can confuse some users
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