Fenix HM55R Renegade vs Fenix LD12R
Fenix HM55R Renegade ($74.95) vs Fenix LD12R ($59.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM55R Renegade | Fenix LD12R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $74.95 | $59.95 |
| Weight | 105g | 74g |
| Material | A6061-T6 aluminum | — |
| Weight | 105g (Fenix published) | 74g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 2.61 oz. (74g) including battery) |
| Output | 1200lm max | 600 lumens, 186 m |
| Runtime | 120h max | 16 hours 20 minutes max |
| Battery | 1x 18350 (included) | rechargeable 14500 li-ion battery |
| Weight basis | Including battery and headband | — |
| LED | — | Main light: Luminus SST20 cold white LED; Side light: SC1818C LED |
| Modes | — | Seven modes including four brightness levels from the main light and three levels from the side light |
| Size | — | Length 121 mm, Head 22 mm, Body 19 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 LD12R
- 600 lumens and 186 m of throw
- Runs on rechargeable 14500 li-ion battery
- 74 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 16 hours 20 minutes runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix LD12R is the better value at $59.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.