Comparison Console
SureFire Sidekick vs Wuben G5
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 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
Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
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 heaviest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% 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.
SureFire Sidekick stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
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.
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 KeychainEmergency SituationsGeneral Utility Uses
Everyday Carry (EDC)Indoor And Outdoor UseHands Free LightingCampingEmergency SignalingMechanics And TechniciansBudget Conscious UsersBlackout Kits And Storm Shelters
Common praise
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
Compact And Lightweight DesignBright And Clean Beam With Useful Maximum 400 Lumens OutputUseful Rgb Lighting Modes With Multiple Colors And Beacon FunctionalityStrong Magnetic Mount And Adjustable Pocket ClipFast 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 ConstructionNot Waterproof, Only Weather Resistant (ipx4)No USB Charging Port Cover Allowing Dust Or Water Entry
Non Replaceable Built In BatterySome Users May Find Controls (sliding Switch, Side Button, Rotary Wheel) Slightly Complex InitiallyMinor Control Ergonomics Issues
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