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Nitecore TUP 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 36% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TUP 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 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TUP stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TUP stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 56% 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.
Nitecore TUP 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 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TUP stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5500% 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$85Most expensive
US$44Cheapest
Weight
53.2 g (1.88 oz)Heaviest
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Length
70.3 mm (2.77 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
8130 cdHighest candela
1100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Highest
66 m (217 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
75 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion (1200mAh)
Integrated Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery
Charging type
Micro-USB
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP54
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Plastic + aluminum
Polymer/Aluminum Core
Use case profile
Best for
EDCKeychain carryShort illuminationEmergencyTactical use
Everyday carry on keychainEmergency situationsGeneral utility uses
Common praise
Compact and lightweightGood output for sizeUseful OLED displayMultiple brightness levels with easy interfaceQuick USB chargingMetal key ring withstands heavy weight
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
Plastic body is prone to damage, especially on keychainNo tailstand capabilityLED not perfectly centered in optic
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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