Comparison Console
Fenix HM71R vs Olight R50 Seeker
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix HM71R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% 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 HM71R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HM71R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight R50 Seeker stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight R50 Seeker stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight R50 Seeker stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight R50 Seeker stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 700% 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$128.5Cheapest
US$129.22Most expensive
Weight
207.5 g (7.32 oz)Lightest
255 g (8.99 oz)Heaviest
Length
106 mm (4.17 in)Shortest
133 mm (5.24 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2700 lmHighest output
2500 lmLowest output
Max candela
13300 cdLowest candela
22000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
230 m (755 ft)Lowest
297 m (974 ft)Highest
Max runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 included)
Custom 26650 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C (supports 2A charging current)
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Aircraft-grade aluminum with type III hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
CampingWorkEmergency useGeneral purpose lightingHands-free tasks
General purpose handheld useSecurityPoliceIndustrialHome lighting
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
High maximum output and long runtimeRobust build quality and designVersatile and intuitive user interface with multiple modes and lockoutExcellent beam quality with wide spill and bright hotspotConvenient built-in rechargeable battery and USB charging
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
No pocket clip includedNo holster or pouch providedProprietary battery limits external charging optionsLight is too large for comfortable pocket carryLens protection accessory not included
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