SureFire EDC2-DFT vs ThruNite Archer 2A V3 size comparison
The ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is 5 mm (0.20 in) longer than the SureFire EDC2-DFT, and 10 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is 5 mm (0.20 in) longer than the SureFire EDC2-DFT, and 10 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| SureFire EDC2-DFT Check price ↗ | ThruNite Archer 2A V3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 150 mm (5.91 in) | 155 mm (6.10 in)+5 mm |
| Head / width | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 22 mm (0.87 in)−10 mm |
| Body | — | 22 mm (0.87 in) |
| Weight | 159 g listed | 48 g without battery |
| Battery | 18650 | 2x AA |
| Max output | 700 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | 632 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | from $287.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $29.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Only head diameter listed | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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EDC2-DFT vs Archer 2A V3: how they differ
Size and weight
The SureFire EDC2-DFT is the shorter light: 150 mm (5.91 in) against 155 mm (6.10 in), a difference of 5 mm (3%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is 10 mm slimmer (22 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (SureFire EDC2-DFT: 159 g listed; ThruNite Archer 2A V3: 48 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The SureFire EDC2-DFT is rated brighter: 700 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, 40% more.
Battery
The SureFire EDC2-DFT runs on a removable 18650 battery; the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 runs on removable 2x AA batteries. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a AA about 14.5 × 50.5 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the SureFire EDC2-DFT was from $287.00 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 $29.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 cost $257.01 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 SureFire EDC2-DFT if you want a shorter light (5 mm shorter) and more output (700 lm vs 500 lm). Choose the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 if you want a slimmer profile (10 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDC2-DFT vs Archer 2A V3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the SureFire EDC2-DFT or the ThruNite Archer 2A V3?
The SureFire EDC2-DFT is the shorter light: 150 mm (5.91 in) against 155 mm (6.10 in), a difference of 5 mm (3%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is 10 mm slimmer (22 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (SureFire EDC2-DFT: 159 g listed; ThruNite Archer 2A V3: 48 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the SureFire EDC2-DFT or the ThruNite Archer 2A V3?
The SureFire EDC2-DFT is rated brighter: 700 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, 40% more.
Which is cheaper, the SureFire EDC2-DFT or the ThruNite Archer 2A V3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the SureFire EDC2-DFT was from $287.00 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 $29.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 cost $257.01 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the SureFire EDC2-DFT and ThruNite Archer 2A V3 use the same battery?
The SureFire EDC2-DFT runs on a removable 18650 battery; the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 runs on removable 2x AA batteries. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a AA about 14.5 × 50.5 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- SureFire EDC2-DFT: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price from $287.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite Archer 2A V3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $29.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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