Comparison Console
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 vs ThruNite Thrower
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 110% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 150% 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$50Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
109 g (3.84 oz)Lightest
Length
Unknown
109 mm (4.29 in)
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
1755 lmHighest output
Max candela
7353 cdLowest candela
26100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
323 m (1060 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
14400 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable battery
18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningWorking around the house/garage/yardHikingHunting/fishingTechnical trail runningFast-moving night efforts
BikingSkateboardingTrail runningLong distance beam requirements
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
Very good throw performance with 26,100 cd intensityIncluded 3400mAh 18650 batteryGreat runtime on low and medium modesComfortable and adjustable headbandSimple and straightforward UI with direct access to firefly and turbo modes
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
Warm on turbo output causing some heat and neck fatigue when worn on headSlight rattling or wiggle of the battery inside the tubeThin rubber flap sealing USB-C portNo magnetic tailcapTailcap threads can be a bit gritty
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