Fenix HM65R V2.0 vs Fenix HM60R V2.0
Fenix HM65R V2.0 ($99.95) vs Fenix HM60R V2.0 ($84.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM65R V2.0 | Fenix HM60R V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.95 | $84.95 |
| Weight | 144g | 173g |
| Material | Magnesium alloy, polycarbonate lenses | — |
| Weight | 144g (Fenix published) | 173g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 6.10 oz (173g) including battery and headband) |
| Output | 2200lm max | 1,600 lumens, 170 m |
| Runtime | 296h max | 292 hours max |
| Battery | 1x 18650 (included) | 18650 rechargeable li-ion battery or two CR123A lithium batteries |
| Weight basis | Including battery and headband | — |
| LED | — | Luminus SST40-GEN2 white LED, Luminus SST20-GEN2 high-CRI neutral white LED, and OSRAM 2835 red LED |
| Modes | — | Ten lighting modes including four spotlight levels, three floodlight levels, two levels of red light and red flash |
| Size | — | 3.46" (88mm) x 1.80" (45.7mm) x 1.77" (45mm) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix HM65R V2.0
- 2,200 lm at 144 g
- Replaceable 18650 with USB-C charging
- Magnesium body
- Heavier than 18350 headlamps
- $99.95
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 HM60R V2.0 is the better value at $84.95. If weight matters most, Fenix HM65R V2.0 carries lighter at 144g. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.