Comparison Console
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 vs Fenix HP25R 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 73% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 126% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 264% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 400% 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$105Cheapest
US$237.68Most expensive
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
437 g (15.41 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
92 mm (3.62 in)
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
7353 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
270 m (886 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
7200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable battery
21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP66
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningWorking around the house/garage/yardHikingHunting/fishingTechnical trail runningFast-moving night efforts
Outdoor adventuresProfessional use such as fire brigade, police, defense, and rescue workers
Common praise
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
Powerful combined spotlight and floodlight with up to 3000 lumens outputRechargeable with long battery life and portable power bank featureRobust aluminum body with IP66 rating and impact resistanceLightweight design with battery pack carried separately to reduce head loadUSB-C charging port for convenience
Common complaints
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
Heavier than previous model due to separate battery packRequires removal of small plastic disc inside battery pack before use