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Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 vs Fenix PD32R
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 12% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD32R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD32R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 757% 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$105Most expensive
US$69.95Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
135 mm (5.31 in)
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
1400 lmLowest output
Max candela
7353 cdLowest candela
29588 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
344 m (1129 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable battery
1*18650 rechargeable, or 2*CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Trail RunningWorking Around The House/garage/yardHikingHunting/fishingTechnical Trail RunningFast Moving Night Efforts
General PurposeTacticalProfessional UseOutdoorLaw Enforcement
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
High Maximum Output Of 1400 LumensVersatile Power Options With 18650 Or Cr123a BatteriesDurable Ip68 Rated ConstructionConvenient USB C Charging PortUseful Multi Function Tail Switch
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
Larger Size Compared To Typical 18650 LightsFlimsy And Short Charging CableMay Require Removal Of Clip For Holster Use
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