Convoy M21B vs Nitecore EDC29 size comparison

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The Nitecore EDC29 is 7.9 mm (0.31 in) shorter than the Convoy M21B, and 1.2 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.

Convoy M21B · 141.5 mmNitecore EDC29 · 133.6 mm

The Nitecore EDC29 is 7.9 mm (0.31 in) shorter than the Convoy M21B, and 1.2 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Convoy M21B
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Nitecore EDC29
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Length141.5 mm (5.57 in)133.6 mm (5.26 in)−7.9 mm
Head / width35.7 mm (1.41 in)34.5 mm (1.36 in)−1.2 mm
Body27.1 mm (1.07 in)—
Thickness—22.6 mm (0.89 in)
Weight120 g listed160 g with battery
Battery21700Built-in
Max output—6,500 lm
Throw——
TypeEDCEDC
Price$48.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$109.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourceflashlightgo.com sourced
Output depends on LED option
nitecorestore.com sourced
Listed L-5.26" x W-1.36" x H-0.89", 5.64 oz; converted

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M21B vs EDC29: how they differ

Size and weight

The Nitecore EDC29 is the shorter light: 133.6 mm (5.26 in) against 141.5 mm (5.57 in), a difference of 7.9 mm (6%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC29 is 1.2 mm slimmer (34.5 vs 35.7 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Convoy M21B: 120 g listed; Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore EDC29 is rated at 6,500 lm; we have no published maximum for the Convoy M21B. Output for the Convoy M21B depends on the LED option chosen.

Battery

The Convoy M21B runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Convoy M21B lets you swap in a charged spare.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Convoy M21B was $48.99 at flashlightgo.com and the Nitecore EDC29 $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Convoy M21B cost $60.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Type

Both are EDC lights in our catalog.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Convoy M21B if you want a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore EDC29 if you want a shorter light (7.9 mm shorter) 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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M21B vs EDC29 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Convoy M21B or the Nitecore EDC29?

The Nitecore EDC29 is the shorter light: 133.6 mm (5.26 in) against 141.5 mm (5.57 in), a difference of 7.9 mm (6%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC29 is 1.2 mm slimmer (34.5 vs 35.7 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Convoy M21B: 120 g listed; Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is cheaper, the Convoy M21B or the Nitecore EDC29?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Convoy M21B was $48.99 at flashlightgo.com and the Nitecore EDC29 $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Convoy M21B cost $60.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Convoy M21B and Nitecore EDC29 use the same battery?

The Convoy M21B runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Convoy M21B lets you swap in a charged spare.

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