Fenix HM53R vs Fenix WH23R
Fenix HM53R ($69.95) 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 HM53R | Fenix WH23R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $69.95 | $59.95 |
| Weight | 102g | 115g |
| Output | 1,200 lumens, 158 m | 600 lumens, 100 m |
| LED | One Luminus SST-25 cold white LED and two OSRAM-2835 red LEDs | Two Luminus LEDs |
| Modes | Eight lighting modes including five spotlight levels, two red light levels, and red flash | Seven modes including three spotlight levels, three floodlight levels, and Turbo combo level |
| Battery | 18350 rechargeable li-ion battery. 16340 or CR123A as a backup | Built-in 3.7V/2000mAh li-polymer battery |
| Size | Length 71 mm, Width 37 mm, Height 36 mm | Length 86.45 mm, Width 45 mm, Height 43.72 mm |
| Runtime | 135 hours max | 150 hours max |
| Weight | 102g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.60 oz. (102g) including battery and headband) | 115g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 4.06 oz. (115g) 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 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 WH23R is the better value at $59.95. If weight matters most, Fenix HM53R carries lighter at 102g. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.