Comparison Console
Fenix HL60R 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 1% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HL60R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HL60R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 500% 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$104.5Cheapest
US$105Most expensive
Weight
121 g (4.27 oz)Heaviest
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)
Unknown
Output
Max lumens
950 lmLowest output
1600 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
7353 cd
Beam distance
116 m (381 ft)Lowest
170 m (558 ft)Highest
Max runtime
6000 minShortest runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium primary
18650 rechargeable battery
Charging type
Micro USB charging cable
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8, waterproof to 2m depth
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Durable aircraft grade aluminium, premium Type III hard anodised anti-abrasive finish
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
Use case profile
Best for
HikingCampingTrekkingCave explorationNight ridingSearch and rescueFishingBackcountry travel
Trail runningWorking around the house/garage/yardHikingHunting/fishingTechnical trail runningFast-moving night efforts
Common praise
High maximum output of 950 lumensLong runtime up to 100 hours in eco modeWaterproof to 2 meters (IPX8)Durable all-metal aircraft grade aluminum buildUSB charging with included 18650 rechargeable batteryFunctional side switch with battery level indicatorsIncludes multiple brightness modes and red night vision modeComfortable adjustable head strap with tilt feature
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
Switch located on side instead of top, takes 1 second press to activate which can be unintuitiveFeels heavy at 121 grams without battery, heavier with included battery (about 158 grams total)Wide plastic plate can press uncomfortably on bare foreheadNot designed to fit securely on whitewater helmets without rigging
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