Nitecore EDC29 vs RovyVon S3 Pro size comparison
The RovyVon S3 Pro is 14.6 mm (0.57 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC29, and 5.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The RovyVon S3 Pro is 14.6 mm (0.57 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC29, and 5.5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC29 Check price ↗ | RovyVon S3 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 133.6 mm (5.26 in) | 119 mm (4.69 in)−14.6 mm |
| Head / width | 34.5 mm (1.36 in) | 29 mm (1.14 in)−5.5 mm |
| Body | — | 29 mm (1.14 in) |
| Thickness | 22.6 mm (0.89 in) | — |
| Weight | 160 g with battery | 150 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 |
| Max output | 6,500 lm | 2,800 lm |
| Throw | — | 130 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $109.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.26" x W-1.36" x H-0.89", 5.64 oz; converted | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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EDC29 vs S3 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The RovyVon S3 Pro is the shorter light: 119 mm (4.69 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 14.6 mm (11%). At its widest point the RovyVon S3 Pro is 5.5 mm slimmer (29 vs 34.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery; RovyVon S3 Pro: 150 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 2,800 lm for the RovyVon S3 Pro, 132% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC29 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 EDC29 was $109.95 at nitecorestore.com and the RovyVon S3 Pro from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the RovyVon S3 Pro cost $30.00 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 EDC29 if you want more output (6,500 lm vs 2,800 lm) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the RovyVon S3 Pro if you want a shorter light (14.6 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (5.5 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDC29 vs S3 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC29 or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
The RovyVon S3 Pro is the shorter light: 119 mm (4.69 in) against 133.6 mm (5.26 in), a difference of 14.6 mm (11%). At its widest point the RovyVon S3 Pro is 5.5 mm slimmer (29 vs 34.5 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC29: 160 g with battery; RovyVon S3 Pro: 150 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC29 or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
The Nitecore EDC29 is rated brighter: 6,500 lm maximum vs 2,800 lm for the RovyVon S3 Pro, 132% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC29 or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC29 was $109.95 at nitecorestore.com and the RovyVon S3 Pro from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the RovyVon S3 Pro cost $30.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC29 and RovyVon S3 Pro use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC29 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 EDC29: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $109.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- RovyVon S3 Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price from $79.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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