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Fenix TK28R vs Fenix HM23 V2.0
Fenix TK28R ($219.95) vs Fenix HM23 V2.0 ($36.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix TK28R | Fenix HM23 V2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $219.95 | $36.95 |
| Weight | 358.3g | 86.3g |
| Output | 6,500 lumens, 400 m | 300 lumens, 88 m |
| LED | Luminus SFT70 LED and Luminus SST70 LED (for white light), OSRAM GR CSSPA1.23 red LEDs (for red light) | Luminus SST20 white LED |
| Modes | Ten lighting modes including five levels of white light, three levels of red light, red flash, and Strobe | Five lighting modes including three brightness levels, red light, and red flash |
| Battery | Two included 18650 rechargeable li-ion batteries | AA battery; compatible with one 1.5V 14500 rechargeable battery |
| Size | Length 147.8 mm, Height 51 mm, Width 32 mm | Length 73.6 mm, Width 36 mm, Height 30 mm |
| Runtime | 102 hours max | 100 hours max |
| Weight | 358.3g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 12.64 oz (358.3 g) including batteries) | 86.3g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 3.04 oz. (86.3g) including battery) |
Pros & Cons
Fenix TK28R
- 6,500 lumens and 400 m of throw
- Runs on Two included 18650 rechargeable li-ion batteries
- 358.3 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- 358.3 g is heavy for a pocket
- Fenix's 102 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HM23 V2.0
- 300 lumens and 88 m of throw
- Runs on AA battery; compatible with one 1.5V 14500 rechargeable battery
- 86.3 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 100 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HM23 V2.0 is the better value at $36.95. Both are part of our curated flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.