Comparison Console
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 vs Wurkkos HD15
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos HD15 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 107% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD15 stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 7% 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$50.75Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
72 g (2.54 oz)Lightest
Length
Unknown
110 mm (4.33 in)
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
7353 cdHighest candela
6884 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Highest
152 m (499 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
36000 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable battery
1x 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
6061 aerospace grade aluminum alloy, HA Type III hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Trail RunningWorking Around The House/garage/yardHikingHunting/fishingTechnical Trail RunningFast Moving Night Efforts
Outdoor ActivitiesCampingHikingFishingHuntingUtility UseHeadlamp Use
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
Versatile Use As Headlamp, Handheld, Or Utility LightDual Emitters Provide Both Flood And Spot BeamsLightweight And Smaller Than The Hd20 ModelGood Build Quality With Aerospace Grade Aluminum And Quality AnodizingIncludes Useful Accessories: Headband, Clip, Lanyard, Spare O Rings, Charging CableMagnetic Tailcap For Hands Free Utility UseOnboard USB C Charging With Reverse Charging (powerbank) FeatureFlexible And Aggressive Thermal Regulation For Stable OutputPackage Includes Both 18650 And 18350 Cell Tubes
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
Aggressive Temperature Regulation Can Limit Maximum Runtime At TurboAttachment Point For Lanyard Is Rough And Could Benefit From ChamferingHeadband Is Functional But Not High EndNo Knurling On Body Might Reduce GripMeasured Turbo Lumens Sometimes Lower Than ClaimedLacks Tactile Distinction On Ui Buttons Which May Confuse Some Users
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