Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA vs ThruNite Archer Mini size comparison
The ThruNite Archer Mini is 16.5 mm (0.65 in) longer than the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite Archer Mini is 16.5 mm (0.65 in) longer than the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA, and 2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA Check price ↗ | ThruNite Archer Mini Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 66.5 mm (2.62 in) | 83 mm (3.27 in)+16.5 mm |
| Head / width | 15 mm (0.59 in) | 17 mm (0.67 in)+2 mm |
| Body | 14 mm (0.55 in) | 17 mm (0.67 in)+3 mm |
| Weight | 13 g without battery | 34 g listed |
| Battery | AAA | Built-in |
| Max output | 100 lm | 405 lm |
| Throw | 35 m | 87 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $12.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Only body diameter listed |
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E01 V2.0 AAA vs Archer Mini: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA is the shorter light: 66.5 mm (2.62 in) against 83 mm (3.27 in), a difference of 16.5 mm (20%). At its widest point the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA is 2 mm slimmer (15 vs 17 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA: 13 g without battery; ThruNite Archer Mini: 34 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The ThruNite Archer Mini is rated brighter: 405 lm maximum vs 100 lm for the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA, 305% more. For beam distance the ThruNite Archer Mini reaches further: 87 m vs 35 m rated throw (149% more).
Battery
The Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA runs on a removable AAA battery; the ThruNite Archer Mini runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA was $12.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Archer Mini $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA cost $13.04 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 Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA if you want a shorter light (16.5 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the ThruNite Archer Mini if you want more output (405 lm vs 100 lm), longer throw (87 m vs 35 m) 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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E01 V2.0 AAA vs Archer Mini FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
The Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA is the shorter light: 66.5 mm (2.62 in) against 83 mm (3.27 in), a difference of 16.5 mm (20%). At its widest point the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA is 2 mm slimmer (15 vs 17 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA: 13 g without battery; ThruNite Archer Mini: 34 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
The ThruNite Archer Mini is rated brighter: 405 lm maximum vs 100 lm for the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA, 305% more. For beam distance the ThruNite Archer Mini reaches further: 87 m vs 35 m rated throw (149% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA was $12.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Archer Mini $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA cost $13.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA and ThruNite Archer Mini use the same battery?
The Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA runs on a removable AAA battery; the ThruNite Archer Mini runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix E01 V2.0 AAA: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $12.95 from fenixlighting.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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