Comparison Console
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 vs ThruNite T1
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% 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 46% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite T1 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2471% 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$45.95Most expensive
Weight
65 g (2.29 oz)Lightest
71.5 g (2.52 oz)Heaviest
Length
98 mm (3.86 in)Longest
69.5 mm (2.74 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
950 lmLowest output
1500 lmHighest output
Max candela
48730 cdHighest candela
2600 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
187 m (614 ft)Highest
102 m (335 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
21600 minLongest runtime
840 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 14500 1000mAh rechargeable battery
1x 18350 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Charging type
USB-C on-board charging
USB Micro-USB port (charging cable included)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IPX8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCPocket carryRamping output users
Everyday carry (EDC)Compact portable illuminationHands-free use via magnetic tailcap or clip
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 and lightweight designPowerful 1500 lumen output with balanced beamUSB rechargeable with included 1100mAh batteryMagnetic tailcap for hands-free useMultiple modes including stepless dimming and strobeGood build quality with anodized aluminum bodyIPX8 water resistance
Common complaints
Battery is built-in and not easily swappableRamping direction memory is counterintuitiveLimited disassembly optionsLow CRI around 70
Turbo mode sustains max output only about 3 minutes before stepping downClip design requires two-handed operation to attachLower modes exhibit some green tint shift (older CW variants)Charging current conservative (around 0.5A)TIR optic with plastic lens may scratch over time
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