Comparison Console
SureFire Minimus 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 70% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Minimus stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 507% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 232% 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 Minimus stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 78% 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$266.95Most expensive
US$44Cheapest
Weight
113 g (3.99 oz)Heaviest
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
Length
113.3 mm (4.46 in)Longest
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
300 lm
300 lm
Max candela
1100 cd
1100 cd
Beam distance
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
66 m (217 ft)Highest
Max runtime
90 minLongest runtime
75 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x CR123A lithium
Integrated Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery
Charging type
Unknown
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Hard-anodized aerospace aluminum housing, polymer parts
Polymer/Aluminum Core
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useCampingTrail hikingWork requiring reliable hands-free lightingOutdoor activities requiring durable headlamp
Everyday carry on keychainEmergency situationsGeneral utility uses
Common praise
Highly durable and reliable build qualitySmooth and easy to adjust brightness levels with a knobComfortable, adjustable headband with moisture-wicking forehead padWide, well-focused flood beam ideal for near-field tasksRemembers last brightness settingIncludes red filter lens for night vision compatibility
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
Red filter lens is removable and can be easily lostKnob can rotate continuously making it hard to detect max/min outputNot USB rechargeable, requiring battery swaps
Limited impact resistance due to polymer constructionNot waterproof, only weather resistant (IPX4)No USB charging port cover allowing dust or water entry