Fenix SILVGLOW vs ThruNite Archer Mini size comparison
The ThruNite Archer Mini is 12.2 mm (0.48 in) longer than the Fenix SILVGLOW, and 2.7 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite Archer Mini is 12.2 mm (0.48 in) longer than the Fenix SILVGLOW, and 2.7 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix SILVGLOW Check price ↗ | ThruNite Archer Mini Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 70.8 mm (2.79 in) | 83 mm (3.27 in)+12.2 mm |
| Head / width | 14.3 mm (0.56 in) | 17 mm (0.67 in)+2.7 mm |
| Body | 14.3 mm (0.56 in) | 17 mm (0.67 in)+2.7 mm |
| Weight | 51.5 g with battery | 34 g listed |
| Battery | AAA | Built-in |
| Max output | 100 lm | 405 lm |
| Throw | 54 m | 87 m |
| Type | EDC limited edition | 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 Limited edition | batteryjunction.com sourced Only body diameter listed |
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SILVGLOW vs Archer Mini: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix SILVGLOW is the shorter light: 70.8 mm (2.79 in) against 83 mm (3.27 in), a difference of 12.2 mm (15%). At its widest point the Fenix SILVGLOW is 2.7 mm slimmer (14.3 vs 17 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix SILVGLOW: 51.5 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 100 lm for the Fenix SILVGLOW, 305% more. For beam distance the ThruNite Archer Mini reaches further: 87 m vs 54 m rated throw (61% more).
Battery
The Fenix SILVGLOW runs on a removable AAA battery; the ThruNite Archer Mini runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix SILVGLOW lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix SILVGLOW 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 SILVGLOW if you want a shorter light (12.2 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (2.7 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 54 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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SILVGLOW vs Archer Mini FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix SILVGLOW or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
The Fenix SILVGLOW is the shorter light: 70.8 mm (2.79 in) against 83 mm (3.27 in), a difference of 12.2 mm (15%). At its widest point the Fenix SILVGLOW is 2.7 mm slimmer (14.3 vs 17 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix SILVGLOW: 51.5 g with battery; ThruNite Archer Mini: 34 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix SILVGLOW or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
The ThruNite Archer Mini is rated brighter: 405 lm maximum vs 100 lm for the Fenix SILVGLOW, 305% more. For beam distance the ThruNite Archer Mini reaches further: 87 m vs 54 m rated throw (61% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix SILVGLOW or the ThruNite Archer Mini?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix SILVGLOW 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 SILVGLOW and ThruNite Archer Mini use the same battery?
The Fenix SILVGLOW runs on a removable AAA battery; the ThruNite Archer Mini runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix SILVGLOW lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix SILVGLOW: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. 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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