Emisar D3AA vs ThruNite Archer Mini size comparison
The ThruNite Archer Mini is 4 mm (0.16 in) longer than the Emisar D3AA, and 7 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite Archer Mini is 4 mm (0.16 in) longer than the Emisar D3AA, and 7 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Emisar D3AA Check price ↗ | ThruNite Archer Mini Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 79 mm (3.11 in) | 83 mm (3.27 in)+4 mm |
| Head / width | 24 mm (0.94 in) | 17 mm (0.67 in)−7 mm |
| Body | 19 mm (0.75 in) | 17 mm (0.67 in)−2 mm |
| Weight | 36 g without battery | 34 g listed |
| Battery | 14500 / AA | Built-in |
| Max output | — | 405 lm |
| Throw | — | 87 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $35.81 at intl-outdoor.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | intl-outdoor.com sourced Output depends on LED option | batteryjunction.com sourced Only body diameter listed |
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D3AA vs Archer Mini: how they differ
Size and weight
The Emisar D3AA is the shorter light: 79 mm (3.11 in) against 83 mm (3.27 in), a difference of 4 mm (5%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer Mini is 7 mm slimmer (17 vs 24 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D3AA: 36 g without battery; ThruNite Archer Mini: 34 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite Archer Mini is rated at 405 lm; we have no published maximum for the Emisar D3AA. Output for the Emisar D3AA depends on the LED option chosen.
Battery
The Emisar D3AA runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries; the ThruNite Archer Mini runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Emisar D3AA lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D3AA was $35.81 at intl-outdoor.com and the ThruNite Archer Mini $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer Mini cost $9.82 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Emisar D3AA if you want a shorter light (4 mm shorter) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the ThruNite Archer Mini if you want a slimmer profile (7 mm narrower) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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D3AA vs Archer Mini FAQ
Which is smaller, the Emisar D3AA or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
The Emisar D3AA is the shorter light: 79 mm (3.11 in) against 83 mm (3.27 in), a difference of 4 mm (5%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer Mini is 7 mm slimmer (17 vs 24 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Emisar D3AA: 36 g without battery; ThruNite Archer Mini: 34 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Emisar D3AA or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Emisar D3AA was $35.81 at intl-outdoor.com and the ThruNite Archer Mini $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer Mini cost $9.82 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Emisar D3AA and ThruNite Archer Mini use the same battery?
The Emisar D3AA runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries; the ThruNite Archer Mini runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Emisar D3AA lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Emisar D3AA: specs from Emisar product page (manufacturer). Price $35.81 from intl-outdoor.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite Archer Mini: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $25.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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