Nitecore MH15 vs RovyVon S3 Pro size comparison
The RovyVon S3 Pro is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Nitecore MH15, and 1 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 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Nitecore MH15, and 1 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore MH15 Check price ↗ | RovyVon S3 Pro Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 117 mm (4.61 in) | 119 mm (4.69 in)+2 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 29 mm (1.14 in)−1 mm |
| Body | 27 mm (1.06 in) | 29 mm (1.14 in)+2 mm |
| Weight | 140 g listed | 150 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 |
| Max output | 2,000 lm | 2,800 lm |
| Throw | 250 m | 130 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $59.95 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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MH15 vs S3 Pro: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore MH15 is the shorter light: 117 mm (4.61 in) against 119 mm (4.69 in), a difference of 2 mm (2%). At its widest point the RovyVon S3 Pro is 1 mm slimmer (29 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MH15: 140 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 2,000 lm for the Nitecore MH15, 40% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MH15 reaches further: 250 m vs 130 m rated throw (92% more).
Battery
The Nitecore MH15 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 MH15 was $59.95 at batteryjunction.com and the RovyVon S3 Pro from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH15 cost $20.00 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 MH15 if you want longer throw (250 m vs 130 m) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the RovyVon S3 Pro if you want more output (2,800 lm vs 2,000 lm) 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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MH15 vs S3 Pro FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore MH15 or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
The Nitecore MH15 is the shorter light: 117 mm (4.61 in) against 119 mm (4.69 in), a difference of 2 mm (2%). At its widest point the RovyVon S3 Pro is 1 mm slimmer (29 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MH15: 140 g listed; RovyVon S3 Pro: 150 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore MH15 or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
The RovyVon S3 Pro is rated brighter: 2,800 lm maximum vs 2,000 lm for the Nitecore MH15, 40% more. For beam distance the Nitecore MH15 reaches further: 250 m vs 130 m rated throw (92% more).
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore MH15 or the RovyVon S3 Pro?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MH15 was $59.95 at batteryjunction.com and the RovyVon S3 Pro from $79.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MH15 cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore MH15 and RovyVon S3 Pro use the same battery?
The Nitecore MH15 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 MH15: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $59.95 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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