Fenix HM65R V2.0 vs Fenix HM61R V3.0
Fenix HM65R V2.0 ($99.95) vs Fenix HM61R V3.0 ($89.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM65R V2.0 | Fenix HM61R V3.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.95 | $89.95 |
| Weight | 144g | 167.6g |
| Material | Magnesium alloy, polycarbonate lenses | — |
| Weight | 144g (Fenix published) | 167.6g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 5.91 oz. (167.6g) including battery and headband) |
| Output | 2200lm max | 1,800 lumens, 195 m |
| Runtime | 296h max | 300 hours max |
| Battery | 1x 18650 (included) | ARB-L18-3400 rechargeable battery |
| Weight basis | Including battery and headband | — |
| LED | — | One Luminus SST40-GEN2 white LED, one OSRAM 1414 CRI90 white LED, and one OSRAM 1414 red LED |
| Modes | — | Eleven lighting modes including four spotlight levels, three floodlight levels, three red light levels, and red flash |
| Size | — | Length 105.4 mm, Width 38 mm, Height 50.95 mm |
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 HM61R V3.0
- 1,800 lumens and 195 m of throw
- Runs on ARB-L18-3400 rechargeable battery
- 167.6 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 300 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HM61R V3.0 is the better value at $89.95. 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.