Which one is better? :question:
I really enjoy using Convoy lights but could not get the T2 because it does not support 14500 cells. Lumintop Tool gets the nod.
Convoy T2 does not officially support 14500 batteries (Simon says it will get hot), but many people have tested using 14500 with it, and it appears to work. But then again, being unofficial it means, the extra heat associated with using 14500 may damaged the driver? And likely the T2 may not have LVP (low-voltage protection) when using 14500 batteries.
Thanks for the clarification on the T2. I dont use google and couldnt get a definitive answer like the one you provided. This is why I enjoy this place so much.
I have those Tools everywhere, love them!
Thanks for the replies! I’ll be ordering a panda (white) Tool 2.0. 
There’s a new version of the t2. I prefer using it because of the larger housing and the tint option. It heats up less on high mode with nimh. It has more focused beam than the tool aa. And also it supports 14500 now.
Ultratac A1.
AA or 14500 support. L-M-H no mode memory, no blinkies. Does have a greenish tint though.
Hum, when you mean “larger housing”, what does it mean? Are you referring to the MCPCB size it can take?
Just my guess of what is meant:
Convoy T2 has a slightly bigger physical body than the Lumintop Tool AA 2.0.
Tool AA 2.0 uses XPL-HD or XP-L2 LED, results in sort of a more floody beam pattern.
Convoy T2 with XP-G2 will have a more focused/throwy beam pattern (the Nichia 219C variant of Convoy T2 will still be a bit floody though).
The newer Convoy T2 apparently uses a more regulated driver (in my test, it will only limit using up to a certain amount of power), unlike the Tool AA 2.0 which appears to be direct-driven.
(the older Convoy T2 seems to also be direct-driven?)
Oh, ok, now I see what was meant :person_facepalming:
Thanks for explaining d_t_a. :+1:
I was thinking about the T2 MCPCB because the “old” version takes 14mm LED boards, and I thought the “new version” would take larger ones (16mm in this case,which would be good).
Due to this I actually sent a message to Simon in AliExpress asking about that. Let’s see what he replies.
I have a T2 and it is a nice light. I’ve modded it so it doesn’t have the original pieces anymore. It was nice, but lacking something…Maybe the new driver + Nichia is something to try 
Yep. That sums it up. I really like the new version of it. I read some reviews of the older version and almost didn’t buy the light because of the annoying strobe and PWM issues but the new update was nice. Simple 4 mode UI and good regulation as well. It’s my new workhorse. Will try to achieve a more focused beam by adding a thin copper washer between the reflector and the led. An M4 size washer maybe? I hope it doesn’t affect the efficiency of the reflector and just add a bit more intensity to the beam. I also noticed that the glass was wobbly and making some noise when I shake the light so I changed the glow ring with a bit thicker ring to hold it in place.
That T2 review is of OLD gen.
Brand new T2 hasn't been tested yet.
Thanks for confirming d_t_a’s explanation
I may be in for some more of these lights, to mod for 14500 only! I like how resistant it is and good it is to mod
Thanks again!
Just bought gen2 Convoy T2, AA and 14500 cells supported and confirmed by Simon that this one is PWM free.
thanks for sharing updated facts
sounds great, congrats
what features make you choose the convoy over the tool?
Thx Jonathan.
I read on several places that it has better beam than Tool and a lot of option to mod with different drivers and batteries.
Hum, having both, under a modder perspective, I would say that the pros of the Tool AA are:
- less weight
- smaller in length,
- smaller in diameter
In resume, more elegant and more EDC’able.
The pros of the Convoy T2 (old version):
- more robust,
- takes 17mm drivers
- takes 14mm or slightly larger MCPCBs
- can take screw-in clips
- can take forward clicky swithces more easily.
- has a shelf, which is better for heat dissipation
In resume, more moddable, and a true “beat me” flashlight.
In terms of user interface, I didn’t like any of both, so I replaced the drivers and also the Leds.
While stock, the T2 had better beam than the Tool AA, due to the led used and the OP reflector.
As for the T2 with the new driver, I can’t speak about it!
Here’s a physical comparison:
Sofirn SF10 > Sofirn SF14 > Convoy T2 > Jaxman E3 > Lumintop Tool AA
sounds like
For a modder, Convoy
For a non modder, Tool
very helpful, as always