Convoy M21H vs Nitecore EDC29 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC29 is 2.8 mm (0.11 in) longer than the Convoy M21H, and 5.5 mm narrower at its widest point.
The Nitecore EDC29 is 2.8 mm (0.11 in) longer than the Convoy M21H, and 5.5 mm narrower at its widest point.
Dimensions
| Convoy M21H Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC29 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 130.8 mm (5.15 in) | 133.6 mm (5.26 in)+2.8 mm |
| Head / width | 40 mm (1.57 in) | 34.5 mm (1.36 in)−5.5 mm |
| Body | 27 mm (1.06 in) | — |
| Tail | 28.5 mm (1.12 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) |
| Weight | — | 160 g with battery |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | — | 6,500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | from $44.95 at nealsgadgets.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nealsgadgets.com sourced | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.26" x W-1.36" x H-0.89", 5.64 oz; converted |
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M21H vs EDC29: how they differ
Size and weight
The Convoy M21H is the shorter light: 130.8 mm (5.15 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 2.8 mm (2%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC29 is 5.5 mm slimmer (34.5 vs 40 mm).
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated at 6,500 lm; we have no published maximum for the Convoy M21H.
Battery
The Convoy M21H runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Convoy M21H lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Convoy M21H was from $44.95 at nealsgadgets.com and the Nitecore EDC29 $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Convoy M21H cost $65.00 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 M21H if you want a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore EDC29 if you want a slimmer profile (5.5 mm narrower) 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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M21H vs EDC29 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Convoy M21H or the Nitecore EDC29?
The Convoy M21H is the shorter light: 130.8 mm (5.15 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 2.8 mm (2%). At its widest point the Nitecore EDC29 is 5.5 mm slimmer (34.5 vs 40 mm).
Which is cheaper, the Convoy M21H or the Nitecore EDC29?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Convoy M21H was from $44.95 at nealsgadgets.com and the Nitecore EDC29 $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Convoy M21H cost $65.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Convoy M21H and Nitecore EDC29 use the same battery?
The Convoy M21H runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC29 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Convoy M21H lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Convoy M21H: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nealsgadgets.com. Price from $44.95 from nealsgadgets.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC29: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $109.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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