Fenix HM23 V2.0 vs Fenix WH23R
Fenix HM23 V2.0 ($36.95) vs Fenix WH23R ($59.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM23 V2.0 | Fenix WH23R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $36.95 | $59.95 |
| Weight | 86.3g | 115g |
| Output | 300 lumens, 88 m | 600 lumens, 100 m |
| LED | Luminus SST20 white LED | Two Luminus LEDs |
| Modes | Five lighting modes including three brightness levels, red light, and red flash | Seven modes including three spotlight levels, three floodlight levels, and Turbo combo level |
| Battery | AA battery; compatible with one 1.5V 14500 rechargeable battery | Built-in 3.7V/2000mAh li-polymer battery |
| Size | Length 73.6 mm, Width 36 mm, Height 30 mm | Length 86.45 mm, Width 45 mm, Height 43.72 mm |
| Runtime | 100 hours max | 150 hours max |
| Weight | 86.3g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.04 oz. (86.3g) including battery) | 115g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 4.06 oz. (115g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix HM23 V2.0
- 300 lumens and 88 m of throw
- Runs on AA battery; compatible with one 1.5V 14500 rechargeable battery
- 86.3 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 100 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix WH23R
- 600 lumens and 100 m of throw
- Runs on Built-in 3.7V/2000mAh li-polymer battery
- 115 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 150 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HM23 V2.0 is the better value at $36.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.