Acebeam T35 vs ThruNite Archer 2A V3 size comparison
The ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is 18 mm (0.71 in) longer than the Acebeam T35, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is 18 mm (0.71 in) longer than the Acebeam T35, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Acebeam T35 Check price ↗ | ThruNite Archer 2A V3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 137 mm (5.39 in) | 155 mm (6.10 in)+18 mm |
| Head / width | 27 mm (1.06 in) | 22 mm (0.87 in)−5 mm |
| Body | 23 mm (0.91 in) | 22 mm (0.87 in)−1 mm |
| Weight | 138 g with battery | 48 g without battery |
| Battery | 18650 | 2x AA |
| Max output | 1,900 lm | 500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $59.90 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $29.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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T35 vs Archer 2A V3: how they differ
Size and weight
The Acebeam T35 is the shorter light: 137 mm (5.39 in) against 155 mm (6.10 in), a difference of 18 mm (12%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is 5 mm slimmer (22 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Acebeam T35: 138 g with battery; ThruNite Archer 2A V3: 48 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Acebeam T35 is rated brighter: 1,900 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, 280% more.
Battery
The Acebeam T35 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 Acebeam T35 was $59.90 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 $29.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 cost $29.91 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 Acebeam T35 if you want a shorter light (18 mm shorter) and more output (1,900 lm vs 500 lm). Choose the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 if you want a slimmer profile (5 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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T35 vs Archer 2A V3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Acebeam T35 or the ThruNite Archer 2A V3?
The Acebeam T35 is the shorter light: 137 mm (5.39 in) against 155 mm (6.10 in), a difference of 18 mm (12%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 is 5 mm slimmer (22 vs 27 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Acebeam T35: 138 g with battery; ThruNite Archer 2A V3: 48 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Acebeam T35 or the ThruNite Archer 2A V3?
The Acebeam T35 is rated brighter: 1,900 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, 280% more.
Which is cheaper, the Acebeam T35 or the ThruNite Archer 2A V3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Acebeam T35 was $59.90 at batteryjunction.com and the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 $29.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer 2A V3 cost $29.91 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Acebeam T35 and ThruNite Archer 2A V3 use the same battery?
The Acebeam T35 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
- Acebeam T35: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $59.90 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite Archer 2A V3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $29.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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