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SureFire G2X Tactical 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 45% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire G2X Tactical 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 45% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 82% 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 G2X Tactical stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 341% 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 G2X Tactical stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% 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$80Most expensive
US$44Cheapest
Weight
150 g (5.29 oz)Heaviest
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Length
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
26293 cdHighest candela
1100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
248 m (814 ft)Highest
66 m (217 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
60 minShortest runtime
75 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x CR123A
Integrated Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
Nitrolon body with aluminum head
Polymer/Aluminum Core
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseDuty CarryEveryday Carry (EDC)Rugged Reliable Light For Tough Conditions
Everyday Carry On KeychainEmergency SituationsGeneral Utility Uses
Common praise
Rugged And Virtually Indestructible ConstructionBright 600 Lumens Output Sufficient For Tactical UseDual Output Modes For VersatilityCompact Size Relative To Power
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
Not RechargeableModerate Weight Compared To Ultra Compact ModelsLimited Runtime On High Output
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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