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SureFire Sidekick vs Wuben G5

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

SureFire Sidekick stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Wuben G5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Wuben G5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

SureFire Sidekick stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Wuben G5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5100% 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.

SureFire Sidekick — Beam distance: 66 m (217 ft)SureFire Sidekick — Max candela: 1100 cdSureFire Sidekick — Weight: 34 g (1.20 oz)SureFire Sidekick — Length: 63.5 mm (2.50 in)SureFire Sidekick — Retail price: US$44SureFire Sidekick — Max lumens: 300 lmWuben G5 — Beam distance: 82 m (269 ft)Wuben G5 — Max candela: 3820 cdWuben G5 — Weight: 52 g (1.83 oz)Wuben G5 — Length: 62 mm (2.44 in)Wuben G5 — Retail price: US$24.99Wuben G5 — Max lumens: 400 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Specification
SureFire Sidekick
Wuben G5
Price & carry
Retail price
US$44Most expensive
US$24.99Cheapest
Weight
34 g (1.20 oz)Lightest
52 g (1.83 oz)Heaviest
Length
63.5 mm (2.50 in)Longest
62 mm (2.44 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
300 lmLowest output
400 lmHighest output
Max candela
1100 cdLowest candela
3820 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
66 m (217 ft)Lowest
82 m (269 ft)Highest
Max runtime
75 minShortest runtime
3900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Integrated Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery
Lithium-ion
Charging type
Micro-USB
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX4
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Polymer/Aluminum Core
Metal (Aluminum for standard; Titanium for Titanium Edition)
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry on keychain▣Emergency situations▣General utility uses
▣Everyday carry (EDC)▣Indoor and outdoor use▣Hands-free lighting▣Camping▣Emergency signaling▣Mechanics and technicians▣Budget-conscious users▣Blackout kits and storm shelters
Common praise
✓Compact and lightweight keychain design✓High-performance LED with smooth broad beam✓Rechargeable integrated battery with Micro-USB charging✓Sturdy pushbutton switch with mode access✓Good runtime on all brightness levels
✓Compact and lightweight design✓Bright and clean beam with useful maximum 400 lumens output✓Useful RGB lighting modes with multiple colors and beacon functionality✓Strong magnetic mount and adjustable pocket clip✓Fast USB-C charging and long runtime up to 65 hours (3900 minutes)✓Durable metal body with high waterproof rating (IP68)✓Good value for the price
Common complaints
⚠Limited impact resistance due to polymer construction⚠Not waterproof, only weather resistant (IPX4)⚠No USB charging port cover allowing dust or water entry
⚠Non-replaceable built-in battery⚠Some users may find controls (sliding switch, side button, rotary wheel) slightly complex initially⚠Minor control ergonomics issues