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ThruNite Archer Pro V2 vs Wurkkos FC11C Buck
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 42% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Archer Pro V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos FC11C Buck stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 39% 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$24.95Most expensive
US$22.99Cheapest
Weight
65 g (2.29 oz)Lightest
112 g (3.95 oz)Heaviest
Length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
116 mm (4.57 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
950 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
48730 cdHighest candela
6100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
187 m (614 ft)Highest
156 m (512 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
21600 minShortest runtime
30000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 14500 1000mAh rechargeable battery
1x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C on-board charging
USB-C onboard charging at 5V/2A
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IPX8 (2m depth)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Unknown
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
EDCPocket carryRamping output users
Everyday carryNewcomers and experienced usersGeneral purpose EDCBudget flashlight enthusiasts
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
Excellent value and build quality for priceStable regulated output with good runtimeHigh CRI LED for pleasing color renderingSimple and intuitive UI with ramping and stepped modesMagnetic tailcap enables hands-free useWaterproof to IPX8 standardIncludes 3000mAh 18650 battery and USB-C cable
Common complaints
Battery is built-in and not easily swappableRamping direction memory is counterintuitiveLimited disassembly optionsLow CRI around 70
Some external parts (cooling fins and lanyard hole) feel slightly sharpTailcap magnet might attract metal debrisClip is friction fit and not deep carryFlap covering USB-C port can open accidentally
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