Fenix HM65R V2.0 vs Fenix T6 Penlight
Fenix HM65R V2.0 ($99.95) 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 HM65R V2.0 | Fenix T6 Penlight |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.95 | $36.95 |
| Weight | 144g | 33g |
| Material | Magnesium alloy, polycarbonate lenses | — |
| Weight | 144g (Fenix published) | 33g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 1.16 oz. (33g) including battery) |
| Output | 2200lm max | 80 lumens, 18 m |
| Runtime | 296h max | 26 hours max |
| Battery | 1x 18650 (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 HM65R V2.0
- 2,200 lm at 144 g
- Replaceable 18650 with USB-C charging
- Magnesium body
- Heavier than 18350 headlamps
- $99.95
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.