Fenix E12 V3.0 vs ThruNite Archer Mini size comparison
The ThruNite Archer Mini is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) longer than the Fenix E12 V3.0, and 2.3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite Archer Mini is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) longer than the Fenix E12 V3.0, 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 E12 V3.0 Check price ↗ | ThruNite Archer Mini Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 81.5 mm (3.21 in) | 83 mm (3.27 in)+1.5 mm |
| Head / width | 19.3 mm (0.76 in) | 17 mm (0.67 in)−2.3 mm |
| Body | 17.4 mm (0.69 in) | 17 mm (0.67 in)−0.4 mm |
| Weight | 53.9 g with battery | 34 g listed |
| Battery | AA | Built-in |
| Max output | 200 lm | 405 lm |
| Throw | 78 m | 87 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $29.95 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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E12 V3.0 vs Archer Mini: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix E12 V3.0 is the shorter light: 81.5 mm (3.21 in) against 83 mm (3.27 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (2%). 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 E12 V3.0: 53.9 g with 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 200 lm for the Fenix E12 V3.0, 102% more. For beam distance the ThruNite Archer Mini reaches further: 87 m vs 78 m rated throw (12% more).
Battery
The Fenix E12 V3.0 runs on a removable AA battery; the ThruNite Archer Mini runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix E12 V3.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E12 V3.0 was $29.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Archer Mini $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer Mini cost $3.96 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 E12 V3.0 if you want a removable cell you can swap. Choose the ThruNite Archer Mini if you want a slimmer profile (2.3 mm narrower), more output (405 lm vs 200 lm), longer throw (87 m vs 78 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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E12 V3.0 vs Archer Mini FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix E12 V3.0 or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
The Fenix E12 V3.0 is the shorter light: 81.5 mm (3.21 in) against 83 mm (3.27 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (2%). 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 E12 V3.0: 53.9 g with battery; ThruNite Archer Mini: 34 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix E12 V3.0 or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
The ThruNite Archer Mini is rated brighter: 405 lm maximum vs 200 lm for the Fenix E12 V3.0, 102% more. For beam distance the ThruNite Archer Mini reaches further: 87 m vs 78 m rated throw (12% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix E12 V3.0 or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix E12 V3.0 was $29.95 at fenixlighting.com and the ThruNite Archer Mini $25.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite Archer Mini cost $3.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix E12 V3.0 and ThruNite Archer Mini use the same battery?
The Fenix E12 V3.0 runs on a removable AA battery; the ThruNite Archer Mini runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix E12 V3.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix E12 V3.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (fenixlighting.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $29.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite Archer Mini: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $25.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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