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Fenix UC30 vs SureFire Sidekick
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 126% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11900% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$59.95Most expensive
US$44Cheapest
Weight
77 g (2.72 oz)Heaviest
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Length
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
1100 cd
Beam distance
253 m (830 ft)Highest
66 m (217 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
75 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A Lithium batteries
Integrated Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery
Charging type
Micro USB
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible up to 2 meters for 30 minutes)
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Polymer/Aluminum Core
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesProfessional use
Everyday carry on keychainEmergency situationsGeneral utility uses
Common praise
Compact and solid build qualityHigh maximum brightness of 1000 lumensMultiple output levels with strobeUSB rechargeable with included batteryWaterproof and dust proof with IPX8 ratingStainless steel side switch with battery indicatorGood battery life and regulated output
Compact and lightweight keychain designHigh-performance LED with smooth broad beamRechargeable integrated battery with Micro-USB chargingSturdy pushbutton switch with mode accessGood runtime on all brightness levels
Common complaints
Turbo mode automatically downshifts after 3 minutesNo integrated pocket clipWeight excludes battery
Limited impact resistance due to polymer constructionNot waterproof, only weather resistant (IPX4)No USB charging port cover allowing dust or water entry
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