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Fenix HT18R V2.0 vs Fenix HM53R
Fenix HT18R V2.0 ($149.95) vs Fenix HM53R ($69.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HT18R V2.0 | Fenix HM53R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $149.95 | $69.95 |
| Weight | 358g | 102g |
| Output | 3,700 lumens | 1,200 lumens, 158 m |
| LED | Luminus SFT90 LED | One Luminus SST-25 cold white LED and two OSRAM-2835 red LEDs |
| Modes | Seven lighting modes including four brightness levels, beacon, Strobe, and SOS | Eight lighting modes including five spotlight levels, two red light levels, and red flash |
| Battery | 6000mAh 21700 rechargeable li-ion battery | 18350 rechargeable li-ion battery. 16340 or CR123A as a backup |
| Size | Length: 7.86’’ (199.7mm) Head: 2.68’’ (68mm) Body: 1.00’’ (25.4mm) | Length 71 mm, Width 37 mm, Height 36 mm |
| Runtime | 87 hours max | 135 hours max |
| Weight | 358g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 12.64 oz. (358g) including battery) | 102g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.60 oz. (102g) including battery and headband) |
Pros & Cons
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 HM53R
- 1,200 lumens and 158 m of throw
- Runs on 18350 rechargeable li-ion battery. 16340 or CR123A as a backup
- 102 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 135 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HM53R is the better value at $69.95. Both are part of our curated flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.