Fenix HM71R V2.0 vs Fenix HL18R-T V2.0
Fenix HM71R V2.0 ($124.95) vs Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 ($54.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM71R V2.0 | Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $124.95 | $54.95 |
| Weight | 220g | 103g |
| Output | 3,500 lumens, 275 m | 800 lumens, 125 m |
| LED | SFT-60 spot, SST-20F flood, two red | One Luminus SST25 white LED, one SST20 CRI80 warm white LED, and two 2835 red LEDs |
| Modes | Thirteen including Instant Turbo and red flash | Ten lighting modes including four levels of cool white light, four levels of warm white light, red light, and red SOS |
| Battery | 5500mAh included, USB-C | 1900mAh rechargeable li-on battery pack or three AAA batteries |
| Runtime | 337 h max | 160 hours max |
| Rating | IP68, 2 m impact | — |
| Weight | 220g incl. battery and headband (fenixlighting.com spec text) | 103g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.63 oz. (103g) including battery and headband) |
| Size | — | Height 47 mm, Depth 31 mm |
Pros & Cons
Fenix HM71R V2.0
- 3,500 lumens with separate spot and flood
- Red light modes
- IP68 and 2 m impact resistance
- Large 5,500 mAh battery included
- 220 g is a heavy headlamp
- $124.95
Fenix HL18R-T V2.0
- 800 lumens and 125 m of throw
- Runs on 1900mAh rechargeable li-on battery pack or three AAA batteries
- 103 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 160 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 is the better value at $54.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.