Fenix HP35R vs Fenix C7 PRO
Fenix HP35R ($229.95) vs Fenix C7 PRO ($89.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HP35R | Fenix C7 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.95 | $89.95 |
| Weight | 433g | 262g |
| Material | Polycarbonate lens, rubber headband | — |
| Weight | 433g (Fenix published) | 262g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 9.24 oz (262g) including battery) |
| Output | 4000lm max | 4,600 lumens, 339 m |
| Runtime | 500h max | 85 hours max |
| Battery | 10000mAh pack | 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery |
| Weight basis | Including battery and headband (Standard Edition) | — |
| LED | — | Four Luminus SST25 LEDs |
| Modes | — | Seven lighting modes including five brightness levels, Strobe, and SOS |
| Size | — | Length 149.8 mm, Head 40 mm, Body 28.5 mm |
Pros & Cons
Fenix HP35R
- 4,000 lm spot and flood
- Very long low-mode runtime
- High-CRI flood option
- 433 g is heavy on the head
- $229.95
Fenix C7 PRO
- 4,600 lumens and 339 m of throw
- Runs on 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
- 262 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 262 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 85 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix C7 PRO is the better value at $89.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.