Comparison Console
Fenix HL60R vs SureFire Minimus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HL60R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HL60R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 217% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HL60R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 155% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 217% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Minimus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6567% 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$266.95Most expensive
Weight
121 g (4.27 oz)Heaviest
113 g (3.99 oz)Lightest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
113.3 mm (4.46 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
950 lmHighest output
300 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
1100 cd
Beam distance
116 m (381 ft)Highest
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
6000 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium primary
1x CR123A lithium
Charging type
Micro USB charging cable
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX8, waterproof to 2m depth
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Durable aircraft grade aluminium, premium Type III hard anodised anti-abrasive finish
Hard-anodized aerospace aluminum housing, polymer parts
Use case profile
Best for
HikingCampingTrekkingCave explorationNight ridingSearch and rescueFishingBackcountry travel
Tactical useCampingTrail hikingWork requiring reliable hands-free lightingOutdoor activities requiring durable headlamp
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
Highly durable and reliable build qualitySmooth and easy to adjust brightness levels with a knobComfortable, adjustable headband with moisture-wicking forehead padWide, well-focused flood beam ideal for near-field tasksRemembers last brightness settingIncludes red filter lens for night vision compatibility
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
Red filter lens is removable and can be easily lostKnob can rotate continuously making it hard to detect max/min outputNot USB rechargeable, requiring battery swaps