Nitecore EDC35 vs RovyVon S3 Pro size comparison
The RovyVon S3 Pro is 5.2 mm (0.20 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC35, and 2.8 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 5.2 mm (0.20 in) shorter than the Nitecore EDC35, and 2.8 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore EDC35 Check price ↗ | RovyVon S3 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 124.2 mm (4.89 in) | 119 mm (4.69 in)−5.2 mm |
| Head / width | 31.8 mm (1.25 in) | 29 mm (1.14 in)−2.8 mm |
| Body | 25.9 mm (1.02 in) | 29 mm (1.14 in)+3.1 mm |
| Weight | 178 g with battery | 150 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| Max output | 5,000 lm | 2,800 lm |
| Throw | — | 130 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $89.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed 4.89" / head 1.25" / tube 1.02", 6.28 oz with clip; converted | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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EDC35 vs S3 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The RovyVon S3 Pro is the shorter light: 119 mm (4.69 in) against 124.2 mm (4.89 in), a difference of 5.2 mm (4%). At its widest point the RovyVon S3 Pro is 2.8 mm slimmer (29 vs 31.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC35: 178 g with battery; RovyVon S3 Pro: 150 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC35 is rated brighter: 5,000 lm maximum vs 2,800 lm for the RovyVon S3 Pro, 79% more.
Battery
The Nitecore EDC35 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the RovyVon S3 Pro runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC35 was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the RovyVon S3 Pro from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the RovyVon S3 Pro cost $10.00 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?
Choose the Nitecore EDC35 if you want more output (5,000 lm vs 2,800 lm). Choose the RovyVon S3 Pro if you want a shorter light (5.2 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (2.8 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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EDC35 vs S3 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore EDC35 or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
The RovyVon S3 Pro is the shorter light: 119 mm (4.69 in) against 124.2 mm (4.89 in), a difference of 5.2 mm (4%). At its widest point the RovyVon S3 Pro is 2.8 mm slimmer (29 vs 31.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore EDC35: 178 g with battery; RovyVon S3 Pro: 150 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore EDC35 or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
The Nitecore EDC35 is rated brighter: 5,000 lm maximum vs 2,800 lm for the RovyVon S3 Pro, 79% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore EDC35 or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore EDC35 was $89.95 at nitecorestore.com and the RovyVon S3 Pro from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the RovyVon S3 Pro cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore EDC35 and RovyVon S3 Pro use the same battery?
The Nitecore EDC35 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the RovyVon S3 Pro runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Nitecore EDC35: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (nitecorestore.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $89.95 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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