Convoy S21E vs SureFire EDCL1-T size comparison
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 2.1 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Convoy S21E, and 1.3 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The SureFire EDCL1-T is 2.1 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Convoy S21E, and 1.3 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 ↗ | SureFire EDCL1-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 116.4 mm (4.58 in) | 114.3 mm (4.50 in)−2.1 mm |
| Head / width | 27.3 mm (1.07 in) | 28.6 mm (1.12 in)+1.3 mm |
| Body | 27.3 mm (1.07 in) | — |
| Weight | 88 g without battery | 93.6 g with battery |
| Battery | 21700 | CR123A |
| Max output | — | 500 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | from $27.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | flashlightgo.com sourced Output depends on LED option | batteryjunction.com sourced Body diameter not listed |
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S21E vs EDCL1-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 116.4 mm (4.58 in), a difference of 2.1 mm (2%). At its widest point the Convoy S21E is 1.3 mm slimmer (27.3 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Convoy S21E: 88 g without battery; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The SureFire EDCL1-T is rated at 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 SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Convoy S21E was from $27.99 at flashlightgo.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Convoy S21E cost $187.01 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?
On the specs we track, these two are closely matched, so decide on price, user interface and the features you care about. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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S21E vs EDCL1-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Convoy S21E or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
The SureFire EDCL1-T is the shorter light: 114.3 mm (4.50 in) against 116.4 mm (4.58 in), a difference of 2.1 mm (2%). At its widest point the Convoy S21E is 1.3 mm slimmer (27.3 vs 28.6 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Convoy S21E: 88 g without battery; SureFire EDCL1-T: 93.6 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Convoy S21E or the SureFire EDCL1-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Convoy S21E was from $27.99 at flashlightgo.com and the SureFire EDCL1-T $215.00 at batteryjunction.com, so the Convoy S21E cost $187.01 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Convoy S21E and SureFire EDCL1-T use the same battery?
The Convoy S21E runs on a removable 21700 battery; the SureFire EDCL1-T runs on a removable CR123A battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
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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.
- SureFire EDCL1-T: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $215.00 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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