Convoy C8+ vs Convoy C8G
Quick take: The Convoy C8+ costs $6 less; the Convoy C8G is brighter (2,000 vs 1,100 lm); the Convoy C8+ throws farther (510m vs 374m).
| Spec | Convoy C8+ | Convoy C8G |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $16 | $22 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | Thrower | Thrower |
| Lumens | 1,100 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Candela | 65,000 cd | 35,000 cd |
| Beam distance | 510m | 374m |
| Runtime | 2.5 hrs (high) | 2.5 hrs (high) |
| Battery | 18650 | 21700 |
| LED | SST-40 6500K | SST-40 6500K |
| Beam type | Throw | Throw |
| Modes | 4 Stepped | 4 Stepped |
| UI | Biscotti | Biscotti |
| IP rating | IPX8 | IPX8 |
| CRI | 70 | 70 |
| Weight | 5.6 oz | 6.5 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.9 x 1.7 in | 5.7 x 1.7 in |
| Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Year |
What owners report
Convoy C8+
- ✓Around 500 m of throw for under $30 delivered
- ✓Anti-reflective coated glass lens, which most budget lights omit
- ✓Biscotti firmware lets you configure your own mode set
- ✓Rear mechanical clicky with positive, snappy action, reachable in any grip
- ✓Wide choice of emitters and tints, including high-CRI options
- ✗Some units arrive with the lens ring and caps loose — tighten before first use
- ✗Too big for pocket carry, and no pocket clip fitted
- ✗No onboard charging
- ✗Buying means AliExpress with no manual
- ✗No lockout, so it can switch on in a bag
Convoy C8G
- ✓C8 thrower format with 21700 capacity behind it
- ✓Anti-reflective coated glass lens at a budget price
- ✓Configurable firmware with Convoy's emitter menu
- ✓Snappy rear mechanical clicky, reachable in any grip
- ✓Startling value, as across the C8 family
- ✗Unanodised head threads — fitting a collar clip is difficult
- ✗No charging, clip or accessories included
- ✗Too big for pocket carry
- ✗Buying means AliExpress with no manual
- ✗No lockout, so unscrew the tailcap for storage