Sofirn SC32 vs ThruNite Archer Mini size comparison
The ThruNite Archer Mini is 17 mm (0.67 in) shorter than the Sofirn SC32, and 8 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 17 mm (0.67 in) shorter than the Sofirn SC32, and 8 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Sofirn SC32 Check price ↗ | ThruNite Archer Mini Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 100 mm (3.94 in) | 83 mm (3.27 in)−17 mm |
| Head / width | 25 mm (0.98 in) | 17 mm (0.67 in)−8 mm |
| Body | — | 17 mm (0.67 in) |
| Weight | 57 g without battery | 34 g listed |
| Battery | 18650 | Built-in |
| Max output | — | 405 lm |
| Throw | — | 87 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | not verified yet | $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed | batteryjunction.com sourced Only body diameter listed |
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SC32 vs Archer Mini: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite Archer Mini is the shorter light: 83 mm (3.27 in) against 100 mm (3.94 in), a difference of 17 mm (17%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer Mini is 8 mm slimmer (17 vs 25 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Sofirn SC32: 57 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 Sofirn SC32.
Battery
The Sofirn SC32 runs on a removable 18650 battery; the ThruNite Archer Mini runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Sofirn SC32 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Sofirn SC32 if you want a removable cell you can swap. Choose the ThruNite Archer Mini if you want a shorter light (17 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (8 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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SC32 vs Archer Mini FAQ
Which is smaller, the Sofirn SC32 or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
The ThruNite Archer Mini is the shorter light: 83 mm (3.27 in) against 100 mm (3.94 in), a difference of 17 mm (17%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer Mini is 8 mm slimmer (17 vs 25 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Sofirn SC32: 57 g without battery; ThruNite Archer Mini: 34 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Do the Sofirn SC32 and ThruNite Archer Mini use the same battery?
The Sofirn SC32 runs on a removable 18650 battery; the ThruNite Archer Mini runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Sofirn SC32 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Sofirn SC32: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. No verified price yet.
- 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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