Comparison Console
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 vs Sofirn D25S
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 2% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn D25S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn D25S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 453% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn D25S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn D25S stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn D25S stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 950% 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$19Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
122 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
85.8 mm (3.38 in)
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
7353 cdHighest candela
700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Highest
53 m (174 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
36000 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable battery
18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX6
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
Aluminum Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Trail RunningWorking Around The House/garage/yardHikingHunting/fishingTechnical Trail RunningFast Moving Night Efforts
CampingRunningHikingGeneral Outdoor ActivitiesHeadlamp UseLight Painting When Removed From Headband
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
Affordable Price For FeaturesGood Beam Quality With Artifact Free HotspotSimple And Effective User InterfaceComfortable Headband Without Top StrapRechargeable With USB C PortFunctional Red And White LedsEffective Thermal Regulation And Low Voltage Protection
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
Build Quality Is Described As Sub Par With Shallow Unlubricated ThreadsSwitch Placement On Side Instead Of Top May Reduce ErgonomicsSlightly Heavy For RunningNo Pocket Clip, Magnet, Or Lanyard Included For Handheld Use
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