Fenix HM55R Renegade vs Fenix PD45R ACE
Fenix HM55R Renegade ($74.95) vs Fenix PD45R ACE ($129.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM55R Renegade | Fenix PD45R ACE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $74.95 | $129.95 |
| Weight | 105g | 200.5g |
| Material | A6061-T6 aluminum | — |
| Weight | 105g (Fenix published) | 200.5g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 7.07 oz. (200.5g) including battery) |
| Output | 1200lm max | 3,200 lumens, 410 m |
| Runtime | 120h max | 57 hours max |
| Battery | 1x 18350 (included) | 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery |
| Weight basis | Including battery and headband | — |
| LED | — | Luminus SFT-70X-WS65-H2-H1652 LED |
| Modes | — | Seven lighting modes including six brightness levels and Strobe; six preset options |
| Size | — | Length 157.7 mm, Width 30 mm, Height 25.9 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 PD45R ACE
- 3,200 lumens and 410 m of throw
- Runs on 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
- 200.5 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 200.5 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 57 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.