Fenix HM55R Renegade vs Fenix T6 Penlight
Fenix HM55R Renegade ($74.95) vs Fenix T6 Penlight ($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 T6 Penlight |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $74.95 | $36.95 |
| Weight | 105g | 33g |
| Material | A6061-T6 aluminum | — |
| Weight | 105g (Fenix published) | 33g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 1.16 oz. (33g) including battery) |
| Output | 1200lm max | 80 lumens, 18 m |
| Runtime | 120h max | 26 hours max |
| Battery | 1x 18350 (included) | Built-in 100mAh Li-Polymer battery |
| Weight basis | Including battery and headband | — |
| LED | — | LED |
| Modes | — | Three brightness levels |
| Size | — | Length 140 mm, Diameter 14 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 T6 Penlight
- 80 lumens and 18 m of throw
- Runs on Built-in 100mAh Li-Polymer battery
- Only 33 g
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Small enough to lose, so clip or tether it
- Fenix's 26 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix T6 Penlight is the better value at $36.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.