Fenix HM65R V2.0 vs Fenix TK15R
Fenix HM65R V2.0 ($99.95) vs Fenix TK15R ($119.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM65R V2.0 | Fenix TK15R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.95 | $119.95 |
| Weight | 144g | 205.5g |
| Material | Magnesium alloy, polycarbonate lenses | — |
| Weight | 144g (Fenix published) | 205.5g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 7.25 oz (205.5g) including battery) |
| Output | 2200lm max | 3,200 lumens, 490 m |
| Runtime | 296h max | 68 hours 20 minutes max |
| Battery | 1x 18650 (included) | 21700 li-ion rechargeable battery |
| Weight basis | Including battery and headband | — |
| LED | — | One Luminus SFT70 LED |
| Modes | — | Seven lighting modes including four levels of Duty mode, two levels of IRIS X mode, and Strobe |
| Size | — | Length 149 mm, Head 34 mm, Body 25.4 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 TK15R
- 3,200 lumens and 490 m of throw
- Runs on 21700 li-ion rechargeable battery
- 205.5 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 205.5 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 68 hours 20 minutes runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HM65R V2.0 is the better value at $99.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.