Nitecore EDC17 vs RovyVon S3 Pro size comparison
The RovyVon S3 Pro is 4 mm (0.16 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC17, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The RovyVon S3 Pro is 4 mm (0.16 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC17, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC17 Check price ↗ | RovyVon S3 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 123 mm (4.84 in) | 119 mm (4.69 in)−4 mm |
| Head / width | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 29 mm (1.14 in)−3 mm |
| Body | — | 29 mm (1.14 in) |
| Thickness | 16 mm (0.63 in) | — |
| Weight | 106 g listed | 150 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 |
| Max output | 1,500 lm | 2,800 lm |
| Throw | 230 m | 130 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $94.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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EDC17 vs S3 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The RovyVon S3 Pro is the shorter light: 119 mm (4.69 in) against 123 mm (4.84 in), a difference of 4 mm (3%). At its widest point the RovyVon S3 Pro is 3 mm slimmer (29 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC17: 106 g listed; RovyVon S3 Pro: 150 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The RovyVon S3 Pro is rated brighter: 2,800 lm maximum vs 1,500 lm for the Nitecore EDC17, 87% more. For beam distance the Nitecore EDC17 reaches further: 230 m vs 130 m rated throw (77% more).
Battery
The Nitecore EDC17 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the RovyVon S3 Pro runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the RovyVon S3 Pro lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC17 was $94.95 at batteryjunction.com and the RovyVon S3 Pro from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the RovyVon S3 Pro cost $15.00 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 Nitecore EDC17 if you want longer throw (230 m vs 130 m) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the RovyVon S3 Pro if you want a shorter light (4 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower), more output (2,800 lm vs 1,500 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Nitecore EDC17 Check price ↗ RovyVon S3 Pro
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EDC17 vs S3 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC17 or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
The RovyVon S3 Pro is the shorter light: 119 mm (4.69 in) against 123 mm (4.84 in), a difference of 4 mm (3%). At its widest point the RovyVon S3 Pro is 3 mm slimmer (29 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC17: 106 g listed; RovyVon S3 Pro: 150 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC17 or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
The RovyVon S3 Pro is rated brighter: 2,800 lm maximum vs 1,500 lm for the Nitecore EDC17, 87% more. For beam distance the Nitecore EDC17 reaches further: 230 m vs 130 m rated throw (77% more).
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC17 or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC17 was $94.95 at batteryjunction.com and the RovyVon S3 Pro from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the RovyVon S3 Pro cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC17 and RovyVon S3 Pro use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC17 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the RovyVon S3 Pro runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the RovyVon S3 Pro lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC17: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $94.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- RovyVon S3 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price from $79.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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