Comparison Console
Fenix HL32R-T vs Fenix HM65R-T V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 113% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 113% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% 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$119.95Most expensive
US$109.95Cheapest
Weight
107 g (3.77 oz)Heaviest
91 g (3.21 oz)Lightest
Length
66 mm (2.60 in)Shortest
80 mm (3.15 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
1700 lmHighest output
Max candela
365 cdLowest candela
7261 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
132 m (433 ft)Lowest
170 m (558 ft)Highest
Max runtime
9000 minShortest runtime
18000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x rechargeable ARB-LP1900 Li-ion battery or 3 x AAA batteries
Integrated 3400mAh rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Magnesium alloy
Magnesium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningJoggingOutdoor activities requiring hands-free lighting
Trail runningCavingProfessional use
Common praise
Excellent build qualityLightweight designVersatile lighting options
Lightweight and comfortable for head useHigh brightness with versatile beam optionsGood battery capacity and USB-C rechargeabilityDurable magnesium alloy body with strong water and impact resistance
Common complaints
Slight bounce during running due to size
No explicit common complaints found in sources