Fenix HP35R vs Fenix HT18R V2.0
Fenix HP35R ($229.95) vs Fenix HT18R V2.0 ($149.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HP35R | Fenix HT18R V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.95 | $149.95 |
| Weight | 433g | 358g |
| Material | Polycarbonate lens, rubber headband | — |
| Weight | 433g (Fenix published) | 358g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 12.64 oz. (358g) including battery) |
| Output | 4000lm max | 3,700 lumens |
| Runtime | 500h max | 87 hours max |
| Battery | 10000mAh pack | 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery |
| Weight basis | Including battery and headband (Standard Edition) | — |
| LED | — | Luminus SFT90 LED |
| Modes | — | Seven lighting modes including four brightness levels, beacon, Strobe, and SOS |
| Size | — | Length: 7.86’’ (199.7mm) Head: 2.68’’ (68mm) Body: 1.00’’ (25.4mm) |
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 HT18R V2.0
- 3,700 lumens
- Runs on 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery
- 358 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 358 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 87 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HT18R V2.0 is the better value at $149.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.