Convoy S21D vs Convoy C8G
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Quick take: The Convoy C8G costs $3 less; the Convoy S21D is brighter (2,500 vs 2,000 lm); the Convoy C8G throws farther (374m vs 228m); the Convoy S21D runs longer on high (3 vs 2.5 hrs).
| Spec | Convoy S21D | Convoy C8G |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $25 | $22 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | EDC | Thrower |
| Lumens | 2,500 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Candela | 13,000 cd | 35,000 cd |
| Beam distance | 228m | 374m |
| Runtime | 3 hrs (high) | 2.5 hrs (high) |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| LED | SST-40 5000K | SST-40 6500K |
| Beam type | Balanced | Throw |
| Modes | 4 Stepped | 4 Stepped |
| UI | Biscotti | Biscotti |
| IP rating | IPX8 | IPX8 |
| CRI | 70 | 70 |
| Weight | 3.4 oz | 6.5 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.1 x 1.1 in | 5.7 x 1.7 in |
| Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Year |
What owners report
Convoy S21D
- ✓Quad Nichia 519A — very high CRI with a rosy tint owners rave about
- ✓Wide, even flood that's ideal for walking and close work
- ✓Excellent finish with horizontal grooving for grip
- ✓Easy to open and access, which suits modding
- ✓Convoy pricing, with Simon's legendary parts support
- ✗Turbo is less impressive than a quad implies, and runs very hot
- ✗Pure flood disappoints buyers expecting a hotspot
- ✗One reviewer's modes misbehaved until the bezel was backed off slightly
- ✗No onboard charging
- ✗Buying means AliExpress with no manual
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