Fenix HM55R Renegade vs Fenix HT18R V2.0
Fenix HM55R Renegade ($74.95) vs Fenix HT18R V2.0 ($149.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM55R Renegade | Fenix HT18R V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $74.95 | $149.95 |
| Weight | 105g | 358g |
| Material | A6061-T6 aluminum | — |
| Weight | 105g (Fenix published) | 358g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 12.64 oz. (358g) including battery) |
| Output | 1200lm max | 3,700 lumens |
| Runtime | 120h max | 87 hours max |
| Battery | 1x 18350 (included) | 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery |
| Weight basis | Including battery and headband | — |
| LED | — | Luminus SFT90 LED |
| Modes | — | Seven lighting modes including four brightness levels, beacon, Strobe, and SOS |
| Size | — | Length: 7.86’’ (199.7mm) Head: 2.68’’ (68mm) Body: 1.00’’ (25.4mm) |
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 HT18R V2.0
- 3,700 lumens
- Runs on 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
- 358 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 358 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 87 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HM55R Renegade is the better value at $74.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.