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SureFire E2D Defender Ultra 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 71% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire E2D Defender Ultra 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 83% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 489% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 250% 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.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra 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 55% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire E2D Defender Ultra stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 120% 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$259Most expensive
US$44Cheapest
Weight
119 g (4.20 oz)Heaviest
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Length
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
10600 cdHighest candela
1100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
200 m (656 ft)Highest
66 m (217 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
165 minLongest runtime
75 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two 123A batteries
Integrated Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
High-strength aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard-anodized finish
Polymer/Aluminum Core
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useSelf-defenseAdministrative tasks
Everyday carry on keychainEmergency situationsGeneral utility uses
Common praise
High brightness with wide beam and good rangeLong battery life on low modeDurable aerospace aluminum buildEffective dual output modesSelf-defense oriented design features
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
Bezel can become hot during extended high output useSharp bezel may cause minor injury if mishandledTail cap can accumulate dust and debris when carried in pocket
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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