Fenix HM53R vs Fenix HM23 V2.0
Fenix HM53R ($69.95) vs Fenix HM23 V2.0 ($36.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM53R | Fenix HM23 V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $69.95 | $36.95 |
| Weight | 102g | 86.3g |
| Output | 1,200 lumens, 158 m | 300 lumens, 88 m |
| LED | One Luminus SST-25 cold white LED and two OSRAM-2835 red LEDs | Luminus SST20 white LED |
| Modes | Eight lighting modes including five spotlight levels, two red light levels, and red flash | Five lighting modes including three brightness levels, red light, and red flash |
| Battery | 18350 rechargeable li-ion battery. 16340 or CR123A as a backup | AA battery; compatible with one 1.5V 14500 rechargeable battery |
| Size | Length 71 mm, Width 37 mm, Height 36 mm | Length 73.6 mm, Width 36 mm, Height 30 mm |
| Runtime | 135 hours max | 100 hours max |
| Weight | 102g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.60 oz. (102g) including battery and headband) | 86.3g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.04 oz. (86.3g) 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 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 HM23 V2.0 is the better value at $36.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.