Fenix HM60R V2.0 vs Fenix WH23R
Fenix HM60R V2.0 ($84.95) vs Fenix WH23R ($59.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM60R V2.0 | Fenix WH23R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $84.95 | $59.95 |
| Weight | 173g | 115g |
| Output | 1,600 lumens, 170 m | 600 lumens, 100 m |
| LED | Luminus SST40-GEN2 white LED, Luminus SST20-GEN2 high-CRI neutral white LED, and OSRAM 2835 red LED | Two Luminus LEDs |
| Modes | Ten lighting modes including four spotlight levels, three floodlight levels, two levels of red light and red flash | Seven modes including three spotlight levels, three floodlight levels, and Turbo combo level |
| Battery | 18650 rechargeable li-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries | Built-in 3.7V/2000mAh li-polymer battery |
| Size | 3.46" (88mm) x 1.80" (45.7mm) x 1.77" (45mm) | Length 86.45 mm, Width 45 mm, Height 43.72 mm |
| Runtime | 292 hours max | 150 hours max |
| Weight | 173g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 6.10 oz (173g) including battery and headband) | 115g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 4.06 oz. (115g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix HM60R V2.0
- 1,600 lumens and 170 m of throw
- Runs on 18650 rechargeable li-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries
- 173 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 292 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix WH23R
- 600 lumens and 100 m of throw
- Runs on Built-in 3.7V/2000mAh li-polymer battery
- 115 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 150 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix WH23R is the better value at $59.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.