Comparison Console
Olight i3T EOS vs SureFire Sidekick
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Sidekick stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i3T EOS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 116% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i3T EOS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i3T EOS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight i3T EOS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1580% 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$95Most expensive
US$44Cheapest
Weight
41 g (1.45 oz)Heaviest
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Length
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
180 lmLowest output
300 lmHighest output
Max candela
900 cdLowest candela
1100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
66 m (217 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1260 minLongest runtime
75 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x AAA
Integrated Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX8
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Aluminum (some versions titanium)
Polymer/Aluminum Core
Use case profile
Best for
Keychain carryEDC (everyday carry)Close range illuminationOutdoor use with moderate brightness
Everyday carry on keychainEmergency situationsGeneral utility uses
Common praise
Compact and lightweightSolid build qualityConvenient dual-direction pocket clipSoft balanced beam with TIR opticReliable and simple interface
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
Output may be insufficient for demanding outdoor tasksNo onboard chargingProtruding tail switch prevents tail-standingNo lanyard included
Limited impact resistance due to polymer constructionNot waterproof, only weather resistant (IPX4)No USB charging port cover allowing dust or water entry