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Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 vs Fenix UC35

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix UC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% 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

Cheapest

Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix UC35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix UC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix UC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix UC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% 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.

Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 — Beam distance: 170 m (558 ft)Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 — Max candela: 7353 cdFenix HM65R-T v2.0 — Weight: 120 g (4.23 oz)Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 — Retail price: US$105Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 — Max lumens: 1600 lmFenix UC35 — Beam distance: 266 m (873 ft)Fenix UC35 — Max candela: 17700 cdFenix UC35 — Weight: 89 g (3.14 oz)Fenix UC35 — Retail price: US$126Fenix UC35 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Fenix UC35 — Max lumens: 1000 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightRetail priceImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$105Cheapest
US$126Most expensive
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
89 g (3.14 oz)Lightest
Length
Unknown
140 mm (5.51 in)
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
7353 cdLowest candela
17700 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
266 m (873 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 minShortest runtime
48000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable battery
One 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery or two CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro USB 5V/2A
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
High strength oxidation-resistant aluminum with HAIII hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Trail Running▣Working Around The House/garage/yard▣Hiking▣Hunting/fishing▣Technical Trail Running▣Fast Moving Night Efforts
▣Military▣Policing▣Outdoor Lighting▣Emergency Standby▣Everyday Carry
Common praise
✓High Maximum Output Of 1600 Lumens✓Dual Beam System With Cool And Warm White Leds For Versatile Use✓Comfortable And Adjustable Sport Fit Headband With Single Hand Adjustment✓Durable Magnesium Alloy Frame Reducing Weight And Increasing Strength✓Long Battery Runtime And USB C Rechargeable Battery✓High Ip68 Waterproof Rating And 2 Meter Impact Resistance✓Adjustable Beam Angle From Straight Ahead To Nearly 90 Degrees Downward
✓Powerful Output For Its Size✓Long Maximum Runtime Especially In Moonlight Mode✓Durable Aircraft Grade Aluminum Body With Good Impact And Water Resistance✓Convenient Dual Switch Interface With Tactical Tail And Side Functional Switch✓Included High Capacity Rechargeable 18650 Battery And Micro USB Charging
Common complaints
⚠Not Ideal For Jogging Due To Strap Design Lacking Third Top Strap⚠Battery Is Built In And Not Hot Swappable For Multi Day Use⚠Potential Surface Oxidation If Anodization Damaged⚠USB C Port Cover Is A Common Failure Point Impacting Waterproofness
⚠Battery Level Indication Only Works With 18650 Li Ion Battery⚠Charging Only Possible When Flashlight Is Off And At Low Output

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