Fenix HM55R Renegade vs Fenix HM23 V2.0
Fenix HM55R Renegade ($74.95) 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 HM55R Renegade | Fenix HM23 V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $74.95 | $36.95 |
| Weight | 105g | 86.3g |
| Material | A6061-T6 aluminum | — |
| Weight | 105g (Fenix published) | 86.3g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.04 oz. (86.3g) including battery) |
| Output | 1200lm max | 300 lumens, 88 m |
| Runtime | 120h max | 100 hours max |
| Battery | 1x 18350 (included) | AA battery; compatible with one 1.5V 14500 rechargeable battery |
| Weight basis | Including battery and headband | — |
| LED | — | Luminus SST20 white LED |
| Modes | — | Five lighting modes including three brightness levels, red light, and red flash |
| Size | — | Length 73.6 mm, Width 36 mm, Height 30 mm |
Pros & Cons
Fenix HM55R Renegade
- 105 g all-in
- Replaceable 18350 cell
- Metal body
- Small cell limits high-mode runtime
- Metal body gets warm on turbo
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.