Convoy M21B vs Olight ArkTac size comparison
The Olight ArkTac is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Convoy M21B, and 6.7 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Olight ArkTac is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Convoy M21B, and 6.7 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Convoy M21B Check price ↗ | Olight ArkTac Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 141.5 mm (5.57 in) | 135.5 mm (5.33 in)−6 mm |
| Head / width | 35.7 mm (1.41 in) | 29 mm (1.14 in)−6.7 mm |
| Body | 27.1 mm (1.07 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 17 mm (0.67 in) |
| Weight | 120 g listed | 136 g with battery |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | — | 1,700 lm |
| Throw | — | 205 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $48.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $119.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | flashlightgo.com sourced Output depends on LED option | olight.com sourced |
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M21B vs ArkTac: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight ArkTac is the shorter light: 135.5 mm (5.33 in) against 141.5 mm (5.57 in), a difference of 6 mm (4%). At its widest point the Olight ArkTac is 6.7 mm slimmer (29 vs 35.7 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Convoy M21B: 120 g listed; Olight ArkTac: 136 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Olight ArkTac is rated at 1,700 lm; we have no published maximum for the Convoy M21B. Output for the Convoy M21B depends on the LED option chosen.
Battery
The Convoy M21B runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Olight ArkTac runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Convoy M21B lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Convoy M21B was $48.99 at flashlightgo.com and the Olight ArkTac $119.99 at olight.com, so the Convoy M21B cost $71.00 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 Convoy M21B if you want a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight ArkTac if you want a shorter light (6 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (6.7 mm narrower) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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M21B vs ArkTac FAQ
Which is smaller, the Convoy M21B or the Olight ArkTac?
The Olight ArkTac is the shorter light: 135.5 mm (5.33 in) against 141.5 mm (5.57 in), a difference of 6 mm (4%). At its widest point the Olight ArkTac is 6.7 mm slimmer (29 vs 35.7 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Convoy M21B: 120 g listed; Olight ArkTac: 136 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Convoy M21B or the Olight ArkTac?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Convoy M21B was $48.99 at flashlightgo.com and the Olight ArkTac $119.99 at olight.com, so the Convoy M21B cost $71.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Convoy M21B and Olight ArkTac use the same battery?
The Convoy M21B runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Olight ArkTac runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Convoy M21B lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Convoy M21B: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price $48.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight ArkTac: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer). Price $119.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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