It operates just like a modern key FOB, igniting the dark well past 50 meters. Its lower settings offer more runtime while providing ample light for reading, close-up work or even navigating outdoors while preserving dark-adapted vision.
Compact, lightweight polymer body is weather resistant; features split ring for easy attachment to keys or carabiner clips. Share: Link copied! Add to Cart. Write a Review. Click on image to zoom. Buy Now. Easy click-type switch permits access to all 3 output levels with repeated presses. Micro-USB charging port permits simple recharging of integral lithium-ion polymer battery.
Always-accessible light provides countless utility uses, including emergency preparedness. View All Features. See here for more detail. The sensor registers visible light only so Infra-Red and Ultra-Violet will not be measured. Although every effort is made to give as accurate a result as possible, they should be taken as an estimate only. The results can be used to compare outputs in this review and others I have published.
There is parasitic drain but as the light is sealed this could not be measured. During normal use over a period of over 6 months, the Sidekick has never noticeably self drained.
For such a compact lightweight light, the Sidekick has a fantastic performance on High. Not fully regulated, the output does however remain above lm for a full 45 minutes — very impressive for a keychain light. This section is included to mention any minor niggles I come across during testing, in case the information helps anyone else. Though it is compact, the Sidekick is relatively large for a keychain light. It gets away with this thanks to not being heavy and the plastic housing seems to help reduce its overall presence.
Here it is shown next to a AAA keychain light and a photon button cell light. With this extra size and relatively high cost compared to its rivals, and especially in non-US markets , the Sidekick needs to work well to justify itself. The excellent beam and lm output do just that. When using the High output this can get quite hot to the touch.
The power button is quite stiff and has little feel to the click. The stiffness is an advantage in not having accidental activations none so far, which I cannot say about other keychain lights , and eventually you do get some feel for the subdued click. Not being a tactical light, the modes being L-M-H is ideal as for general EDC you most often only need a little light. One disappointment is the use of visible PWM in the Low mode.
However, the flashing can be annoying if you are in a room with lowered lighting. I was surprised by the Sidekick turning on the Low output once charging is complete, but actually it is a very clear indication that charging has finished, and even with a good charging circuit, it is never a good idea to leave any device on charge for a long time for no reason.
The Sidekick tells you clearly to take it off charge. You can look at this either way, and to start with I thought it was not good, but having got used to it find it works pretty well. The beam is very good, with a smooth floody profile and a neutral tint, which makes it so much better to use than lights with a 5mm LED or those with a more focused hotspot.
This combined with the lm output, which is reasonably well maintained for a full 45 minutes of constant runtime, make this a really strong performer and the slight size penalty you pay is worth it. Skip to content. Taking a more detailed look: The Sidekick comes in a cardboard blister pack.
The beam Please be careful not to judge tint based on images you see on a computer screen. Batteries and output: The Sidekick runs on a built-in mAh Li-ion battery. Bigger than most keychain lights. Easily confused for a car key. USB rechargeable. Built-in non replaceable cell. Main beam flashes then comes on constantly while charging.
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