Fenix HM53R vs Fenix HL32R-T
Fenix HM53R ($69.95) vs Fenix HL32R-T ($69.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM53R | Fenix HL32R-T |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $69.95 | $69.95 |
| Weight | 102g | 107g |
| Output | 1,200 lumens, 158 m | 800 lumens, 132 m |
| LED | One Luminus SST-25 cold white LED and two OSRAM-2835 red LEDs | Spotlight: Luminus SST20, Floodlight: neutral light LED |
| Modes | Eight lighting modes including five spotlight levels, two red light levels, and red flash | Seven modes including three spotlight brightness levels, three neutral floodlight levels, and SOS |
| Battery | 18350 rechargeable li-ion battery. 16340 or CR123A as a backup | One rechargeable battery pack (included) or three AAA batteries (not included) |
| Size | Length 71 mm, Width 37 mm, Height 36 mm | Width 66 mm, Height 45 mm, Depth 30 mm |
| Runtime | 135 hours max | 150 hours max |
| Weight | 102g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.60 oz. (102g) including battery and headband) | 107g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.77 oz. (107g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix HM53R
- 1,200 lumens and 158 m of throw
- Runs on 18350 rechargeable li-ion battery. 16340 or CR123A as a backup
- 102 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 135 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HL32R-T
- 800 lumens and 132 m of throw
- Runs on One rechargeable battery pack (included) or three AAA batteries (not included)
- 107 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 HM53R is the better value at $69.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.