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
Recommended read
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HL60R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HL60R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 200% 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$109.95Most expensive
Weight
121 g (4.27 oz)Heaviest
91 g (3.21 oz)Lightest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)Longest
80 mm (3.15 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
950 lmLowest output
1700 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
7261 cd
Beam distance
116 m (381 ft)Lowest
170 m (558 ft)Highest
Max runtime
6000 minShortest runtime
18000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium primary
Integrated 3400mAh 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
Use case profile
Best for
HikingCampingTrekkingCave ExplorationNight RidingSearch And RescueFishingBackcountry Travel
Trail RunningCavingProfessional Use
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
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
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
No Explicit Common Complaints Found In Sources
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