Comparison Console
Olight i3T 2 EOS vs SureFire Sidekick
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight i3T 2 EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i3T 2 EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative. Olight i3T 2 EOS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 340% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight i3T 2 EOS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 120% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i3T 2 EOS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i3T 2 EOS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 340% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i3T 2 EOS stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 21% 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$19.99Cheapest
US$44Most expensive
Weight
23 g (0.81 oz)Lightest
34 g (1.20 oz)Heaviest
Length
77 mm (3.03 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
300 lm
300 lm
Max candela
963 cdLowest candela
1100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
62 m (203 ft)Lowest
66 m (217 ft)Highest
Max runtime
330 minLongest runtime
75 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
AAA alkaline or 10440 Li-ion rechargeable
Integrated Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum
Polymer/Aluminum Core
Use case profile
Best for
Keychain useEDCCamping light for walking around campsiteHands-free use as clipped headlamp
Everyday carry on keychainEmergency situationsGeneral utility uses
Common praise
Small and light for EDCBright output relative to sizeWaterproof IPX8 ratingDual-fuel compatible with AAA alkaline and 10440 rechargeableExtended runtime with lower temperatureStrong and versatile pocket clip
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
No lanyard or split ring includedMode switching requires cycling with half-pressesProtruding switch prevents tail standing
Limited impact resistance due to polymer constructionNot waterproof, only weather resistant (IPX4)No USB charging port cover allowing dust or water entry