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SureFire Sidekick Ultra-Compact Triple-Output Keychain Light

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,060 ratings
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Special Feature Lightweight
Color Pink
Power Source Battery Powered
Light Source Type LED
White Brightness 300 Lumens

About this item

  • High-performance LED and Special faceted reflector produce Broad, smooth maxvision beam optimized for the human Eye
  • Easy click-type switch permits access to all 3 output levels with repeated presses
  • Micro-usb charging port permits simple recharging of Integral li-ion Battery
  • Compact, lightweight polymer body is weather resistant; features split ring for easy attachment to keys or carabiner clips
  • Always accessible light provides countless utility uses, including emergency preparedness
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This ultra-compact, powerful LED illuminator was created-and priced- so that it could be carried and used by everyone. The rechargeable Sidekick was designed to attach to keys so it's always available and, most importantly, ready for everyday-use and emergencies. This polymerbodied light features three levels of output that will provide security and peace of mind, no matter what. On high and operated just like a key fob, its wide, smooth 300-lumen maxvision beam uncovers all dark areas at night providing peace-of-mind navigation with a range out well past 50 meters. Its medium and low-output settings, 60 and 5 lumens respectively, offer much more runtime and more than enough light for reading, close-up work, or even navigating outdoors while preserving dark-adapted vision. Sidekick is ideal for everyone, even children, keeping in mind that the light output from a typical Smartphone doesn't offer one-percent of the light output and it drains all-important Smartphone battery power. This tiny, lightweight light, which can also be carried in a pocket or purse, is easily rechargeable via its micro-usb Port using a vehicle or wall charger. Protect yourself and your family-own the one and only Sidekick- something everyone should have at their disposal.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
2,060 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the brightness, portability, performance, and charging of the flashlight. For example, they mention it's sufficiently bright, works well, and is rechargeable. Some are satisfied with battery life. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, ease of use, and value.

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352 customers mention338 positive14 negative

Customers are satisfied with the brightness of the flashlight. They mention that it is sufficiently bright, has three levels of brightness, and produces a really nice beam. Some say that the light is impressive for its size and has a natural light tone.

"...However, none of them compares to this. The Sidekick is really bright, and it will serve many purposes in addition to being easy to carry in your..." Read more

"...This is a wide-angle floodlight and the reflector casts a super smooth consistent beam with no abrupt dark/light patterns...." Read more

"...Pros:1. Impressive light output for size. (So small it was added to a key chain).2. Three lumen output levels.3. Rechargeable...." Read more

"...Never had it go dry on me. Three levels of brightness is great, most of the time you only need the lower levels but at the highest level its very..." Read more

165 customers mention136 positive29 negative

Customers like the portability of the flashlight. They mention it's convenient, tiny, and can be attached to a FOB. Some say it'll fit in their pocket with no bulky bulge. They also say it has a nice fit in the hand and is perfect for backpacks, carry ons, or purses. Overall, customers are satisfied with the portabilty of the product.

"...It's made of black plastic and quite light in weight. Yes, it definitely qualifies as a keychain...." Read more

"...Why five stars then? - Despite it's one flaw I love how small, lightweight, durable and versatile this little powerhouse is...." Read more

"...It is light enough to carry anywhere, and fits well on a key ring or backpack strap so that it is handy when needed." Read more

"...This small and affordable light weighs just over an ounce and will easily slip into your purse or clip onto your keyset...." Read more

160 customers mention123 positive37 negative

Customers like the performance of the flashlight. They mention it works well, has a smooth soft wide beam, and is very useful. The light is bright at maximum output and very usable at mid output. Some say it does a really impressive job for such a compact unit. It keeps working after a year or more and has come in very handy.

"I received my Surefire Sidekick light and I am pleased with it. It is nice and small...." Read more

"...The 60 lumen setting yields 4 hours battery life and is more useful for seeing detail...." Read more

"...current Surefire P2X Fury at 500 lumen output, but it does a really impressive job for such a compact unit...." Read more

"...to his backpack, and when the battery died we plugged it in and the thing was dead. Light turns on when plugged in but will not hold a charge...." Read more

107 customers mention79 positive28 negative

Customers like the charging of the flashlight. They mention that it's rechargeable, simple, and easy to charge via existing USB chargers. Some appreciate the USB port.

"...It does recharge however. I just plug it in for a few daylight hours when I'm least likely need it. The charge lasts a long time in normal use...." Read more

"...2. Three lumen output levels.3. Rechargeable.4. Very sturdy, quality construction.5...." Read more

"...It works well given these constraints. The charging method is a bit irritating - it flashes while charging, which could be very annoying if you..." Read more

"...Easy to charge using the micro-USB port on the side of the light...." Read more

91 customers mention73 positive18 negative

Customers like the battery life of the flashlight. For example, they mention it lasts a long time, holds a charge for long time and that it never runs out of power. The flashlight has an internal battery that is easy to charge using the charging cable.

"...I think it will be appreciated. Will it be durable and last long? That I don't know yet...." Read more

"...The charge lasts a long time in normal use. Why Surefire continues to let these deficient lights out of their factory is beyond me...." Read more

"...The battery appears to have good life, and it is an easy way to always have a flashlight with you...." Read more

"...Holds charge for long time. went 60 days without charging. never died but I just try to remember to charge it every month or so." Read more

165 customers mention110 positive55 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the flashlight. Some mention that it's of excellent quality, very sturdy, and reliable. However, others say that it flashes while it' is charging, the lens came cracked, and a chunk of the plastic case broke off.

"...Despite it's one flaw I love how small, lightweight, durable and versatile this little powerhouse is. I love the ergonomics and rounded profile...." Read more

"...2. Three lumen output levels.3. Rechargeable.4. Very sturdy, quality construction.5...." Read more

"...Like others have said, it flashes when it is charging. In fact, when I woke up, I found the light to be in the on mode, with no flashing...." Read more

"...Not too heavy or huge, well designed, and made to last / be ready when you need it. Typical Surefire light." Read more

97 customers mention59 positive38 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the flashlight. Some mention that it's simple and intuitively easy to use for all three light levels. They also say it'll be very easy to find and turn on. However, some customers say the button is too hard to push and may need time to break in.

"...Once you get used to it, the switch is intuitively easy to use for all three light levels, 5, 60 & 300 lumens...." Read more

"...5. The button has a knurled surface which makes it very easy to find and turn on, you could do it without even looking.Cons:1...." Read more

"Some reviewers say the button is too hard to push...uh...No. Unless you are a complete weakling...." Read more

"...it, but when you need it, even under a lot of stress, it will be simple to use and very effective." Read more

72 customers mention44 positive28 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the flashlight. Some mention it's not bad for the price, well worth it, and worth the extra bulk. However, others say it'd be better off with a different flashlight.

"...Is this flashlight worth the money (about $70)? Well, it depends on your situation and point of view...." Read more

"...3. No battery level indicator.4. Relatively expensive...." Read more

"...Overall, it is a high quality, lightweight light at a reasonable price for its battery and lighting capabilities...." Read more

"...Just be glad that lights like this exist, and at an affordable price, too...." Read more

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5 Stars
Worth the money and Quality is Awesome
I bought this months ago I have always been a fan of surefire but didn’t know how long this might last and it has done great I Cary it every day and use almost every day the battery life is awesome. I might have to charge it once a week if that and I have only ran it completely dead one time during the whole time Iv had it. Well worth the money and I barely notice in my pocket. Also I was really surprised of how much light it actually put out on the highest setting and love that it has 3 different brightness’s setting and I use all 3 regularly highly recommend and will purchase again
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truthbetold
5.0 out of 5 stars I received my Surefire Sidekick light and I am pleased with it
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2016
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I received my Surefire Sidekick light and I am pleased with it. It is nice and small. The total length (it is tapered at the end where the LED light is) is about the length of a typical 5th finger in an adult 6 foot man. The largest width is half the length. So, all together, it is about 2.5 by 1 and 3/8 inches long (6.2 by 3.4 cm long). The actual LED opening is 3/8 inches or 1 cm. It's made of black plastic and quite light in weight. Yes, it definitely qualifies as a keychain. As others have mentioned, you have to press a bit hard on the switch to turn it on and go through its three factory modes of low, medium, and high brightness. But, you don't have to press too too hard; it is just enough so that the light does not come on while in your pocket. It was almost completely charged when I received it, but I plugged it into my USB laptop port and started to charge it. Like others have said, it flashes when it is charging. In fact, when I woke up, I found the light to be in the on mode, with no flashing. Several people have stated that this flashing is annoying because it would interfere with sleep. It depends on your circumstances. I am not charging this light in my bedroom, and so I have no problem with this unusual feature. The quality of the light makes this potential flaw irrelevant. I followed the directions given by the first reviewer for this light in December of 2015, so that I could change the sequence from low, medium, and high to the reverse. Basically, you plug it in and wait for the few seconds it takes to start charging (and flashing). You then press the switch three consecutive times and very quickly. The light will come on steady and you leave it that way for more than 5 seconds. You then turn it off by pressing the switch on more time and you unplug it. It worked like a charm. Now, whenever I turn it on, it starts with a high mode. I think this reverse sequence is a matter of preference, and you can always change it back to what it was. Note that even a couple of minutes at high will start making the flashlight quite warm. So, the mode sequence you will settle on depends on your goals and circumstances. It's truly bright on high, and I have no reason to doubt its 300 lumens after I compared it to the many (too many) flashlights I have. Should they have provided it with a strobe mode? I personally like to have a strobe mode, even if I don't use it often. However, I know that other people don't need it or want it. I would say that the light is so bright that, even without a strobe, it would blind someone approaching you in the parking lot. Is this flashlight worth the money (about $70)? Well, it depends on your situation and point of view. This would also make a really nice gift for someone special. You see, I think that Surefire has broken into new ground with this little gem. We all have these flimsy keychain lights, so that we can find the doorknob or get a view of something in the car or the trunk. However, none of them compares to this. The Sidekick is really bright, and it will serve many purposes in addition to being easy to carry in your pocket. The beam is wide, not focused, and so it will easily illuminate your entire bedroom or living room. The color of the LED light is slightly yellow and not pure white , but otherwise fine. So, if you can afford it at this time, I would say it's worth it. If you want to give a special present, this will definitely do. I think it will be appreciated. Will it be durable and last long? That I don't know yet. The plastic look quite durable but I don't know yet about the inner mechanisms. Also, as I stated, it becomes quite warm quickly on high mode. I would not leave it on because I don't think the Sidekick has a way to dissipate a lot of heat. As stated by others, you can charge this without a laptop, using what you charge your phone with, or using those emergency charging units easily available for cellular phones. In conclusion, this item brings a keychain light to a new level, one that you probably never thought about before. In my view, this will not be my EDC light. I have many others for that, and I actually think you have to have more than one light on you. However, this will always be with you, securely in your pocket. I really like it.
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R.L.B.
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Pocket Flashlight Despite One Issue
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2017
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The Surefire Sidekick is expensive for a flashlight equipped with recharging indicators that don't work. It does recharge however. I just plug it in for a few daylight hours when I'm least likely need it. The charge lasts a long time in normal use. Why Surefire continues to let these deficient lights out of their factory is beyond me.

Why five stars then? - Despite it's one flaw I love how small, lightweight, durable and versatile this little powerhouse is. I love the ergonomics and rounded profile. Once you get used to it, the switch is intuitively easy to use for all three light levels, 5, 60 & 300 lumens. But the switch is stiff enough that the light will never activate in your pocket. This is a wide-angle floodlight and the reflector casts a super smooth consistent beam with no abrupt dark/light patterns.

At the low setting, 5 lumens is perfect for reading, finding ones way around in a dark room, or hiking in the dark. At 5 lumens, the battery will last almost 2 days, continuous. The 60 lumen setting yields 4 hours battery life and is more useful for seeing detail. And, 300 lumens, which lasts over an hour, will temporarily blind an attacker and works well at further distances. The sequence can be user-reprogrammed to turn on at the highest setting first, if defense is of first importance.

The Surefire Sidekick is weather resistant.

To say I am very happy with this outstanding little light is an understatement. I would like to buy two more now but will wait and look for reports that Surefire has fixed the charging indicator function. Despite that flaw, I highly recommend this highly portable tool as a personal light.
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commons67
5.0 out of 5 stars Impressed!
Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2016
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I've owned other Surefire flashlights and was excited when I saw this one.

I immediately bought one for my wife. It makes me feel a little bit more comfortable that if my wife is ever stuck somewhere at night she has this flashlight on hand to help in areas that are not well lit, she keeps it on her key chain so she always has it handy. This would also be great to keep in the glove box of any car.

It's great with the 300 lumen light output on the high setting. It's a much higher output than the flashlight feature on a smart phone. It doesn't quite compare to my current Surefire P2X Fury at 500 lumen output, but it does a really impressive job for such a compact unit. So much so that I'm considering replacing my current larger flashlight with this gem. I use my P2X Fury for commercial building inspections and the Sidekick would be just fine for my work needs. I wouldn't be worried if I ever dropped it.

Pros:
1. Impressive light output for size. (So small it was added to a key chain).
2. Three lumen output levels.
3. Rechargeable.
4. Very sturdy, quality construction.
5. The button has a knurled surface which makes it very easy to find and turn on, you could do it without even looking.

Cons:
1. It gets HOT quickly, the temperature difference is noticeable after only 30 seconds of use at the high setting.
2. I was disappointed that this didn't come with any type of charging cable (wall charger or just the USB).
3. No battery level indicator.
4. Relatively expensive.

I haven't needed to charge this yet, so I can't comment on the recharge time.

Also: I've seen people think that flashlights like this could be used as a self defense "weapon". it would be difficult to use in that way as it takes three presses to go to the high 300 lumen setting. Don't buy this if you want to use it as a weapon. It's much better in safety as a prevention tool, by improving your visibility.
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jose d.
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente.
Reviewed in Mexico on September 14, 2023
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Excelente.
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Gee Morrison
5.0 out of 5 stars Very bright
Reviewed in Canada on February 9, 2020
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It is the size of a key fob and appears to be well made.It has three settings with the strongest casting an extremely wide bright light.It came packaged properly and works as I expected.My only complain is the price however I knew what I was buying.
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C. Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Muss in die Sammlung :-)!
Reviewed in Germany on March 15, 2020
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Die "Sidekick" von SureFire fällt ein wenig größer aus, als die meisten anderen Schlüsselanhängerleuchten mit fest verbautem Akku. Allerdings liegt sie dafür hervorragend in der Hand und fühlt sich, bedingt durch das Kunststoffgehäuse, nicht metallisch-kühl an. Die Leuchtzeiten sind befriedigend, der Abstand der Schaltstufen ebefalls, wie ich finde. Auf der niedrigsten Stufe fiel mir PWM-Flackern auf und neben einer Abdeckung für den USB-Ladeport wäre eine Batteriestandsanzeige sicherlich auch von Vorteil. Dennoch war die renommierte Marke aus den USA neben der hochwertigen Verarbeitung/Haptik ein Grund zur Aufnahme in meine Sammlung. Eine Mini-Lampe von SureFire ist durchaus etwas Besonderes :-)!
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便利好き
5.0 out of 5 stars プラスチックの強度
Reviewed in Japan on February 1, 2022
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キーリングの取り付け部分が破損しました。強く引っ張るなどはしていません。普通にぶら下げて使用していました。4年で壊れましたが、保証で治りますか？
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ET
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice little keychain EDC
Reviewed in Australia on June 6, 2021
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This keychain EDC is powerful enough to really light up your surroundings in low light environment, so much brighter than your average mobile phone torch. Battery lasts long and holds lots of battery even months after the last charge. Downsides are its price (slightly expensive for a compact EDC but you are paying for its brand and quality), also the torch can get warm/hot when using high output. Overall a great little torch.
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