Fenix E09R vs ThruNite Archer Mini size comparison

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The ThruNite Archer Mini is 4 mm (0.16 in) longer than the Fenix E09R, and 2.3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix E09R · 79 mmThruNite Archer Mini · 83 mm

The ThruNite Archer Mini is 4 mm (0.16 in) longer than the Fenix E09R, and 2.3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix E09R
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ThruNite Archer Mini
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Length79 mm (3.11 in)83 mm (3.27 in)+4 mm
Head / width19.3 mm (0.76 in)17 mm (0.67 in)−2.3 mm
Body18.4 mm (0.72 in)17 mm (0.67 in)−1.4 mm
Weight45 g with battery34 g listed
BatteryBuilt-inBuilt-in
Max output600 lm405 lm
Throw91 m87 m
TypeEDCEDC
Price$39.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$25.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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Only body diameter listed

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E09R vs Archer Mini: how they differ

Size and weight

The Fenix E09R is the shorter light: 79 mm (3.11 in) against 83 mm (3.27 in), a difference of 4 mm (5%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer Mini is 2.3 mm slimmer (17 vs 19.3 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E09R: 45 g with battery; ThruNite Archer Mini: 34 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Fenix E09R is rated brighter: 600 lm maximum vs 405 lm for the ThruNite Archer Mini, 48% more. For beam distance the Fenix E09R reaches further: 91 m vs 87 m rated throw (5% 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 Fenix E09R was $39.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Archer Mini $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer Mini cost $13.96 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 Fenix E09R if you want a shorter light (4 mm shorter) and more output (600 lm vs 405 lm). Choose the ThruNite Archer Mini if you want a slimmer profile (2.3 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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E09R vs Archer Mini FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix E09R or the ThruNite Archer Mini?

The Fenix E09R is the shorter light: 79 mm (3.11 in) against 83 mm (3.27 in), a difference of 4 mm (5%). At its widest point the ThruNite Archer Mini is 2.3 mm slimmer (17 vs 19.3 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix E09R: 45 g with battery; ThruNite Archer Mini: 34 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix E09R or the ThruNite Archer Mini?

The Fenix E09R is rated brighter: 600 lm maximum vs 405 lm for the ThruNite Archer Mini, 48% more. For beam distance the Fenix E09R reaches further: 91 m vs 87 m rated throw (5% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix E09R or the ThruNite Archer Mini?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E09R was $39.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Archer Mini $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer Mini cost $13.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix E09R 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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