Comparison Console
Fenix E28R V2.0 vs Fenix HM65R-T v2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 131% 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$64.95Cheapest
US$105Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)
Unknown
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1600 lmLowest output
Max candela
18588 cdHighest candela
7353 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Highest
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minShortest runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
18650 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Daily commutingCampingHikingHands-free use with magnetic tail
Trail runningWorking around the house/garage/yardHikingHunting/fishingTechnical trail runningFast-moving night efforts
Common praise
High output for sizeVersatile lighting modes including warning lightsUSB-C fast chargingSolid build quality and finishMagnetic tail for hands-free useGood runtime on lower modes
High maximum output of 1600 lumensDual-beam system with cool and warm white LEDs for versatile useComfortable and adjustable SPORT fit headband with single-hand adjustmentDurable magnesium alloy frame reducing weight and increasing strengthLong battery runtime and USB-C rechargeable batteryHigh IP68 waterproof rating and 2 meter impact resistanceAdjustable beam angle from straight ahead to nearly 90 degrees downward
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for pocket carryTailcap is glued and only removable by tailNo included pouchBeam tint cooler and CRI moderate
Not ideal for jogging due to strap design lacking third top strapBattery is built-in and not hot-swappable for multi-day usePotential surface oxidation if anodization damagedUSB-C port cover is a common failure point impacting waterproofness