Convoy S21E XHP50.3 HI: Best Value EDC Flashlight with Sustained High Output?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 ต.ค. 2024
- I picked up one of these from Convoy recently - it's the S21E with XHP50.3 HI. Running at 3A on high, this light produces 2000+ lumens with relatively little heat compared to other smaller emitters like the SST40/SFT40. I think this is one of the best bang-for-buck Convoy lights out there, especially if you don't mind the 21700 form factor. The links below are to the Convoy Official Store on AliExpress - the cheapest place you can get them and I can vouch for them in terms of reliability and reasonable delivery time (these are non-affiliate links).
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Convoy S21E - XHP50.3 HI: Transcript
General thoughts after a week of usage/size comparison/practicality/interesting things
• I think this is hands down, one of the best value Convoy lights out there for a beginner or enthusiast. The value you get is incredible - all you need is to add a battery. This light is a great 21700 EDC if you don't mind the slight increase in diameter. It's roughly the same length as the S2+ but with the upgraded XHP50.3HI, you get a heck of an increase in output and throw... not to mention efficiency. It fits nicely in my pocket, though you can definitely feel the difference compared to an S2+. It also comes in a variety of different colors!
• Comparison with other lights
Overall Construction, LED, lens, bezel, and reflector
• The S21E has smooth anodizing, I got mine in green and the finish is flawless. I like the fine knurling. Machining is excellent with no imperfections. I'm always impressed with the level of quality Convoy manages to achieve at a lower price point. The light is operated via a side switch button - it's semi-transparent and requires a firm press to activate. The last thing you want is a mushy or easily pressed button, as it will turn on and burn a hole in your pocket.
• XHP 50.3HI - my favorite of this 50.3 series. This produces one of the nicest beams when paired with the OP reflector. Best of both worlds in terms of flood and throw. I like the added touch of the stainless steel bezel. It can be unscrewed like everything else on Convoy lights. Takes a 21700 cells.
UI - modes
1. click the button -- the flashlight is turned on with last brightness -- press the button, brightness ramping up -- release and press the button again, brightness ramping down
2. flashlight off, press the button -- moonlight mode 0.01A (0.2%) [This brightness will not be remembered]
3. flashlight on or off, 2-click the button -- turbo 100%
4. flashlight off,3-click the button -- strobe
5. flashlight off,4-click the button -- tactical mode, only 100%,4-click the button again to quit tactical mode.
6. flashlight off,5-click the button -- voltage detection (* means "flash" , ** pause ****** means 3.7V, )
7. flashlight off,6-click the button -- normal ramping mode switch to 4modes 1%-10%-40%-100%
8. flashlight off,10-click the button -- Lock mode, The flashlight will flash once under any operation, which means the flashlight is locked.10-click the button again to quit lock mode, Please note that this is the only way to unlock.
Performance - total output, beam profile, longevity, practicality
• Ceiling bounce test, CCT, CRI
• One of my favorite beams, even though I'm more of a fan of SMO reflectors. Nice blended hotspot and lots of spills. Practical beam. Can be used up close. Impressive runtime and heat management on higher modes (40/100%).
Considerations
• A little larger in the pocket - but you get added runtime of 21700
• No battery included but you can select the option to include one for a few dollars. I recommend that. No USB-C charging cable is included. But those are everywhere now and you probably have one around the house to charge your phone.
• No tail switch. But the side switch feels sturdy.
Verdict
This is the perfect budget light for everyday, walking, around the house, EDC. - วิทยาศาสตร์และเทคโนโลยี
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According to Simon, XHP50.3 HI in his lights with the 6V 3A driver will have a maximum output of about 1500 lumens (i.e., most of the Convoy 21700 lights). The lights with the 6V 4A driver (i.e., the 18650 lights) will have a max output of about 2500 lumens with XHP50.3 HI.
I have an S3 with XHP50.3 HI R9050 and love the tint. Gets hot fast on 100% though. Will compare with an S21B with XHP50.3 HI R70 when it arrives.
I have this flashlight, and yes, it's the best value flashlight I ever seen so far!!!
Hi Matheus, I wonder what it'd be like with the XHP70.3 HI.
@@DarrenYeoYT Same here Darren.
@@DarrenYeoYT It will probably step down much faster
the amount of LED customisation on convoy's lights is so impressive 😂
Yeah, it's amazing you can take them apart so easily. A real enthusiast's brand and function great out of the box.
But also a bit confusing. :)
I got the SFT 40 version of this and it's probably one of the most underrated 21700 torches in existence.
Yeah I know right? Does yours have a SMO reflector? I have a convoy S21B with CSLPM1. I imagine it's a similar size.
@@DarrenYeoYT Sorry I don't actually know. I can tell you that it can take regular 21700 batteries as well as the slightly longer ones such as the Keeppower 21700 5000 maH: definitely a bonus as I don't know of many torches that can do that without changing the tube.
My xhp 50.3 5700k version arrived yesterday and i mesured 3800lumen and arround 300m throw.The flashlight came with anduril,is kind of hybrid,direct drive for turbo and nice regulated under 2000 lumen(is what i read in manual).I didn’t expected for such an output and i know i measured correct even is by ceiling bounce method.
Nice mate, it's amazing how this light doesn't even get that hot.
Quite a nice light and a very nice review! Thanks!
Thanks Gus, a tactical tail switch would be perfect. Might drop Simon a hint sometime to make a tactical light?
@@DarrenYeoYT sorry for the dumb question. Aren't the Convoy S21A and S21B tailswitch lights?
I’m a huge fan of this light. My only issue holding me back is turbo is memorized(small issue) and can’t ramp up from moonlight (big issue). Imagine if you’re in the dark and you’re in moonlight and want to go up a little bit. But the last mode you were in was turbo. Now way to get directly to low. That’s bad
Yeah the UI on these convoy USB C charging lights is quite basic, leave something to be desired but it is at least simple. On lights like my L8, I cover the front before turning on, in case I left it on turbo
Ya. Plus an L8 isn’t exactly the type of light I’d need a low moonlight on so not as big a deal. But this is an edc type light and using low modes is expected. I don’t necessarily need anduril on this light, just ability to leave moonlight. Great review though
Hey Darren, I agree with you on this one. This is simply the best value EDC out there. Nothing comes close. I mean its insane. For about 25 USD you get a great looking, 21700 light with a pocketclip and sustained output and you can even choose what LED you want in it! People go gaga over the TS10 from wurkkos over at r/flashlight and though that's a good light too, but why would you even look at any 18650 or smaller light when you can have this from Convoy?!
Yeah it's a hidden gem, the performance is incredible. There's a MAO oxidised version out now, looks even cooler.
That clip fits on the S2+ ?!?!? No where have I heard or seen of that but here
Yep! I use it on my S6 now
Good video and review 👍I got the SFT 40 and the 50.3 version.
Its a great light, throws very good, ramping mode and has a 21700 Battery.
The SFT40 version throws further right? It should come with a smooth reflector
@@DarrenYeoYT yes the SFT 40 throws further and come with a smooth reflector.
How is the spill on the SFT40 compared to the XHP? Which of the two do you prefer?
@@Suhailagha SFT 40 has the better spill. I prefer SFT40. It throws further.
Hey they have this in MAO now!! I just bought a black one with a 50.3 or 2 3000k. Now I'm going to have to get a MAO too.
Yeah I saw the other day! Looks awesome. Also there is and Simon's also released the L21B with SBT90.2.
@@DarrenYeoYT Nice, they don't have XHP50.3 in mao yet they said next week. I just got the new Wurkkos with the SBT90.2 and have the L8 with the 90.2. That led throws like crazy distances!!
@@avgrim7729 the TS30S Pro from Wurkkos? Every flashlight fan should have an SBT90.2 light haha.
the mao have lighted switch?
Do you know if it's possible to use 18650s in this light? Maybe with o-rings as spacers?
I just tried with an 18650 and it works without any spacer etc. The tailspring is long and makes contact.
NIce review! I have the 519A version. Does ramping still suck?
Thanks mate, yeah the smooth ramping is not the best but I put it on step ramping mode which is better IMO.
Hmmm...curious to see the beam shots of the S21E with the XHP50.3 HI look next to the more expensive and more premium Nextorch TA30C Max with the same emitter.
Good idea. The TA30C Max will be brighter, much better throw due to the larger reflector.. and it also drives the LED harder. I'll write it down as a future video though!
@@DarrenYeoYT Thanks Darren! The TA30C will be brighter for sure. I'm curious to know how much brighter😊.
@@polymathematics5837 will do some beamshots when I get out and about :D
Hello. Can you help me? Please. When the flashlight is ON and I press two times for turbo, the flashlight goes off. Turbo doesn't work. And the brightness of the light is very low, overall. have the ANDURIL version.
Hi, it might be on simple mode or you can try to do a anduril reset. Check here: ivanthinking.net/thoughts/anduril-factory-reset/
I haven't used anduril for awhile now. I have the normal Convoy UI for this light.
Is it very hot to touch ? Does rhis torch heat up easily to hold it?
Not at all surprisingly. Got pretty warm though.
@@DarrenYeoYT what about charging? mine gets very hot to the touch while charging, and I use a 2amp smartphone charger, and a EVE INR21700-50E cell inside. Is it normal to get really hot?
@@feijaohumanofrases1016 mine doesn't get hot at all, just a bit warm. Charge the battery in another light and see if it's the cell but be careful the cell doesn't get over 60 deg C, can be dangerous
Hello. It's 5000k or 4000k?? Thanks!
6500K, 70CRI.
@@DarrenYeoYT, Oh, thanks! It's like 5000k😊
can the switch light programmed to be on all time?
On all the time? Like on 100% all the time?
There is an an anduril version of that light that could be programmed for that I think.
is that a lighted switch?
Yes, only when charging though.
@@DarrenYeoYTwhat a fail..
This light doesn't have a pill.
Ah, I only saw the ring behind the driver but haven't opened it up. Thought it might have been part of the pill.
@@DarrenYeoYT That ring is there to secure the driver.