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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
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