Comparison Console
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 vs SureFire Maximus
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 38% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 78% 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 HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 347% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus 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.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 39900% 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$469Most expensive
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
108.6 mm (4.28 in)
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
7353 cdHighest candela
4100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Highest
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable battery
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
Trail RunningWorking Around The House/garage/yardHikingHunting/fishingTechnical Trail RunningFast Moving Night Efforts
Hands Free Outdoor IlluminationCaving And Mountain AdventuresAdjustable Lighting Needs
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
Adjustable Output Dial Easy To Use With GlovesComfortable No Chafe Headband And Moisture Wicking Forehead PadRobust Magnesium Construction And Reliable Battery Life
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
Relatively Heavy For A Headlamp At 195 GramsCharging Port Protective Cap May Be FlimsyBattery Pack Design Protrudes And Can Hit Objects
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