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Fenix HM71R vs Fenix TK21R

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix HM71R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM71R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK21R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix HM71R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix TK21R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix HM71R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix TK21R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix HM71R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix TK21R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix TK21R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix HM71R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 452% 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.

Fenix HM71R — Beam distance: 230 m (755 ft)Fenix HM71R — Weight: 207.5 g (7.32 oz)Fenix HM71R — Length: 106 mm (4.17 in)Fenix HM71R — Retail price: US$128.5Fenix HM71R — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Fenix HM71R — Max lumens: 2700 lmFenix TK21R — Beam distance: 480 m (1575 ft)Fenix TK21R — Weight: 221.4 g (7.81 oz)Fenix TK21R — Length: 153.3 mm (6.04 in)Fenix TK21R — Retail price: US$130.43Fenix TK21R — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Fenix TK21R — Max lumens: 3600 lmBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$128.5Cheapest
US$130.43Most expensive
Weight
207.5 g (7.32 oz)Lightest
221.4 g (7.81 oz)Heaviest
Length
106 mm (4.17 in)Shortest
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2700 lmLowest output
3600 lmHighest output
Max candela
13300 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
230 m (755 ft)Lowest
480 m (1575 ft)Highest
Max runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
4350 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 included)
21700 lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C (supports 2A charging current)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Aluminum alloy A6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
CampingWorkEmergency useGeneral purpose lightingHands-free tasks
Tactical usePatrollingSearch and rescueTraffic inspectionSelf-defense
Common praise
High maximum output of 2700 lumensGood beam distance of 230 metersVersatile dual LED (spot and flood)Solid build with IP68 waterproof rating and 2m impact resistanceMagnetic tailcap allows hands-free mounting on metal surfacesDetachable from headband for handheld useIncluded high capacity rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging
Very bright with strong beamSolid build qualityIP68 waterproof ratingLong runtimeFast USB-C chargingComfortable size for tactical useImproved tactile switch feel
Common complaints
Right angle form factor may not be ideal for dedicated headlamp use compared to T-type headlampsNo detailed information on switch type or material composition
Larger size compared to some EDC flashlightsNo detailed mode descriptions available