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Fenix HL32R-T vs SureFire Maximus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire Maximus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 291% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL32R-T stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 9900% 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$119.95Cheapest
US$469Most expensive
Weight
107 g (3.77 oz)Lightest
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
66 mm (2.60 in)Shortest
108.6 mm (4.28 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
365 cdLowest candela
4100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
132 m (433 ft)Highest
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x rechargeable ARB-LP1900 Li-ion battery or 3 x AAA batteries
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Magnesium alloy
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
Trail RunningJoggingOutdoor Activities Requiring Hands Free Lighting
Hands Free Outdoor IlluminationCaving And Mountain AdventuresAdjustable Lighting Needs
Common praise
Excellent Build QualityLightweight DesignVersatile Lighting Options
Adjustable Output Dial Easy To Use With GlovesComfortable No Chafe Headband And Moisture Wicking Forehead PadRobust Magnesium Construction And Reliable Battery Life
Common complaints
Slight Bounce During Running Due To Size
Relatively Heavy For A Headlamp At 195 GramsCharging Port Protective Cap May Be FlimsyBattery Pack Design Protrudes And Can Hit Objects
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