RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 vs ThruNite Archer Mini size comparison
The ThruNite Archer Mini is 7 mm (0.28 in) longer than the RovyVon Aurora A28 G2, and 4.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite Archer Mini is 7 mm (0.28 in) longer than the RovyVon Aurora A28 G2, and 4.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 Check price ↗ | ThruNite Archer Mini Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 76 mm (2.99 in) | 83 mm (3.27 in)+7 mm |
| Head / width | 21.5 mm (0.85 in) | 17 mm (0.67 in)−4.5 mm |
| Body | 21.5 mm (0.85 in) | 17 mm (0.67 in)−4.5 mm |
| Weight | 50.2 g listed | 34 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,000 lm | 405 lm |
| Throw | — | 87 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $56.95 at rovyvon.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | adventurecarry.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Only body diameter listed |
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Aurora A28 G2 vs Archer Mini: how they differ
Size and weight
The RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 is the shorter light: 76 mm (2.99 in) against 83 mm (3.27 in), a difference of 7 mm (8%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer Mini is 4.5 mm slimmer (17 vs 21.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (RovyVon Aurora A28 G2: 50.2 g listed; ThruNite Archer Mini: 34 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 405 lm for the ThruNite Archer Mini, 147% more.
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 was $56.95 at rovyvon.com and the ThruNite Archer Mini $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer Mini cost $30.96 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 RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 if you want a shorter light (7 mm shorter) and more output (1,000 lm vs 405 lm). Choose the ThruNite Archer Mini if you want a slimmer profile (4.5 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 Check price ↗ ThruNite Archer Mini
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Aurora A28 G2 vs Archer Mini FAQ
Which is smaller, the RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
The RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 is the shorter light: 76 mm (2.99 in) against 83 mm (3.27 in), a difference of 7 mm (8%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer Mini is 4.5 mm slimmer (17 vs 21.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (RovyVon Aurora A28 G2: 50.2 g listed; ThruNite Archer Mini: 34 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
The RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 405 lm for the ThruNite Archer Mini, 147% more.
Which is cheaper, the RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 was $56.95 at rovyvon.com and the ThruNite Archer Mini $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer Mini cost $30.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the RovyVon Aurora A28 G2 and ThruNite Archer Mini use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- RovyVon Aurora A28 G2: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by adventurecarry.com. Price $56.95 from rovyvon.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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