Comparison Console
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 vs Fenix PD25R
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 17% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD25R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R 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 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 8471% 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$109.95Most expensive
US$79.95Cheapest
Weight
91 g (3.21 oz)Lightest
110 g (3.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
80 mm (3.15 in)Shortest
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
7261 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
180 m (591 ft)Highest
Max runtime
18000 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Integrated 3400mAh rechargeable battery
1 x 18650 rechargeable or 2 x CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Magnesium alloy
Aircraft grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningCavingProfessional use
Everyday CarryOutdoorTacticalHiking
Common praise
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
Compact and portable sizeHigh output and beam distance for its sizeReliable and well-built with IP68 waterproof ratingUSB-C charging convenienceGood mode variety and memory function
Common complaints
No explicit common complaints found in sources
Smaller size can be difficult for large handsNo detailed max candela specification availableRuntime data varies with battery choice and isn’t always clearly specified