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