Comparison Console
SureFire 6PX Pro 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 77% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 184% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 332% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 6PX Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 20% 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$125Most expensive
US$44Cheapest
Weight
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
8700 cdHighest candela
1100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
187 m (614 ft)Highest
66 m (217 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
90 minLongest runtime
75 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two 123A lithium batteries
Integrated Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Mil-Spec hard anodized aerospace aluminum
Polymer/Aluminum Core
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEveryday CarryOutdoor activitiesSituations requiring adjustable output
Everyday carry on keychainEmergency situationsGeneral utility uses
Common praise
Durable Mil-Spec constructionReliable dual output with good runtime balanceCompact and ergonomic designExcellent beam quality and throw
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
Higher price point compared to some competitorsNon-rechargeable battery format
Limited impact resistance due to polymer constructionNot waterproof, only weather resistant (IPX4)No USB charging port cover allowing dust or water entry