Convoy S21E vs Nitecore EDC09 size comparison
The Nitecore EDC09 is 8.4 mm (0.33 in) shorter than the Convoy S21E, and 6.7 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore EDC09 is 8.4 mm (0.33 in) shorter than the Convoy S21E, and 6.7 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Convoy S21E Check price ↗ | Nitecore EDC09 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 116.4 mm (4.58 in) | 108 mm (4.25 in)−8.4 mm |
| Head / width | 27.3 mm (1.07 in) | 34 mm (1.34 in)+6.7 mm |
| Body | 27.3 mm (1.07 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 24 mm (0.94 in) |
| Weight | 88 g without battery | 114 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | — | 1,600 lm |
| Throw | — | 153 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | from $27.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | flashlightgo.com sourced Output depends on LED option | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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S21E vs EDC09: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore EDC09 is the shorter light: 108 mm (4.25 in) against 116.4 mm (4.58 in), a difference of 8.4 mm (7%). At its widest point the Convoy S21E is 6.7 mm slimmer (27.3 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Convoy S21E: 88 g without battery; Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore EDC09 is rated at 1,600 lm; we have no published maximum for the Convoy S21E. Output for the Convoy S21E depends on the LED option chosen.
Battery
The Convoy S21E runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC09 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Convoy S21E lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Convoy S21E was from $27.99 at flashlightgo.com and the Nitecore EDC09 $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Convoy S21E cost $41.96 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 S21E if you want a slimmer profile (6.7 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore EDC09 if you want a shorter light (8.4 mm shorter) 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.
Check price ↗ Convoy S21E Check price ↗ Nitecore EDC09
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S21E vs EDC09 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Convoy S21E or the Nitecore EDC09?
The Nitecore EDC09 is the shorter light: 108 mm (4.25 in) against 116.4 mm (4.58 in), a difference of 8.4 mm (7%). At its widest point the Convoy S21E is 6.7 mm slimmer (27.3 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Convoy S21E: 88 g without battery; Nitecore EDC09: 114 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is cheaper, the Convoy S21E or the Nitecore EDC09?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Convoy S21E was from $27.99 at flashlightgo.com and the Nitecore EDC09 $69.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Convoy S21E cost $41.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Convoy S21E and Nitecore EDC09 use the same battery?
The Convoy S21E runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore EDC09 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Convoy S21E lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Convoy S21E: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price from $27.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore EDC09: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $69.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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