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 PD25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD25R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% 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 17043% 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$79.95Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
110 g (3.88 oz)Lightest
Length
Unknown
134 mm (5.28 in)
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
7353 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
180 m (591 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 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, aluminum, polycarbonate
Aircraft grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Trail RunningWorking Around The House/garage/yardHikingHunting/fishingTechnical Trail RunningFast Moving Night Efforts
Everyday CarryOutdoorTacticalHiking
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
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
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
Smaller Size Can Be Difficult For Large HandsNo Detailed Max Candela Specification AvailableRuntime Data Varies With Battery Choice And Isn’t Always Clearly Specified
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