Fenix HM53R vs Fenix HL45R
Fenix HM53R ($69.95) vs Fenix HL45R ($79.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM53R | Fenix HL45R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $69.95 | $79.95 |
| Weight | 102g | 133g |
| Output | 1,200 lumens, 158 m | 1,000 lumens, 220 m |
| LED | One Luminus SST-25 cold white LED and two OSRAM-2835 red LEDs | One Luminus SFT25R cold white LED and one OSRAM GR QSSPA1.23 red LED |
| Modes | Eight lighting modes including five spotlight levels, two red light levels, and red flash | Eight lighting modes including four levels of white light, three levels of red light and red flash |
| Battery | 18350 rechargeable li-ion battery. 16340 or CR123A as a backup | 1900mAh battery pack or three AAA batteries |
| Size | Length 71 mm, Width 37 mm, Height 36 mm | Width 78.2 mm, Height 44.5 mm, Depth 50 mm |
| Runtime | 135 hours max | 54 hours max |
| Weight | 102g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.60 oz. (102g) including battery and headband) | 133g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 4.69 oz. (133g) including battery and headband) |
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 HL45R
- 1,000 lumens and 220 m of throw
- Runs on 1900mAh battery pack or three AAA batteries
- 133 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 54 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.