Convoy S21E vs Nitecore EDC23 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC23 is 13.5 mm (0.53 in) shorter than the Convoy S21E, and 5.7 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Nitecore EDC23: Photo: Nitecore · Image policy
The Nitecore EDC23 is 13.5 mm (0.53 in) shorter than the Convoy S21E, and 5.7 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Convoy S21E Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC23 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 116.4 mm (4.58 in) | 102.9 mm (4.05 in)−13.5 mm |
| Head / width | 27.3 mm (1.07 in) | 33 mm (1.30 in)+5.7 mm |
| Body | 27.3 mm (1.07 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) |
| Weight | 88 g without battery | 101 g with battery |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | — | 2,500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | from $27.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | flashlightgo.com sourced Output depends on LED option | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-4.05" x W-1.30" x H-0.89", 3.56 oz; converted |
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S21E vs EDC23: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 116.4 mm (4.58 in), a difference of 13.5 mm (12%). At its widest point the Convoy S21E is 5.7 mm slimmer (27.3 vs 33 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Convoy S21E: 88 g without battery; Nitecore EDC23: 101 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC23 is rated at 2,500 lm; we have no published maximum for the Convoy S21E. Output for the Convoy S21E depends on the LED option chosen.
Battery
The Convoy S21E runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC23 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Convoy S21E lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Convoy S21E was from $27.99 at flashlightgo.com and the Nitecore EDC23 $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Convoy S21E cost $46.96 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 S21E if you want a slimmer profile (5.7 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore EDC23 if you want a shorter light (13.5 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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S21E vs EDC23 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Convoy S21E or the Nitecore EDC23?
The Nitecore EDC23 is the shorter light: 102.9 mm (4.05 in) against 116.4 mm (4.58 in), a difference of 13.5 mm (12%). At its widest point the Convoy S21E is 5.7 mm slimmer (27.3 vs 33 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Convoy S21E: 88 g without battery; Nitecore EDC23: 101 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Convoy S21E or the Nitecore EDC23?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Convoy S21E was from $27.99 at flashlightgo.com and the Nitecore EDC23 $74.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Convoy S21E cost $46.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Convoy S21E and Nitecore EDC23 use the same battery?
The Convoy S21E runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC23 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Convoy S21E lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Convoy S21E: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price from $27.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC23: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Photo from manufacturer: the maker's own product photo with the background removed, scaled to the published length and diameter (Photo: Nitecore; image policy). Price $74.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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