Fenix HL12R V2.0 vs Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 size comparison
The Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 is 9 mm (0.35 in) shorter than the Fenix HL12R V2.0, and 7 mm wider at its widest point. It is 31 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 is 9 mm (0.35 in) shorter than the Fenix HL12R V2.0, and 7 mm wider at its widest point. It is 31 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HL12R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 56 mm (2.20 in) | 47 mm (1.85 in)−9 mm |
| Height | 40 mm (1.57 in) | 47 mm (1.85 in)+7 mm |
| Thickness | 31.9 mm (1.26 in) | 31 mm (1.22 in)−0.9 mm |
| Weight | 72.5 g with battery and headband | 103 g with battery and headband+31 g |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 500 lm | 800 lm |
| Throw | 125 m | 125 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $44.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $54.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height |
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HL12R V2.0 vs HL18R-T V2.0: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 is the shorter light: 47 mm (1.85 in) against 56 mm (2.20 in), a difference of 9 mm (16%). At its widest point the Fenix HL12R V2.0 is 7 mm slimmer (40 vs 47 mm). The Fenix HL12R V2.0 is 31 g lighter (72.5 g vs 103 g, with battery and headband).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 is rated brighter: 800 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Fenix HL12R V2.0, 60% more. Rated throw is the same, 125 m.
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 was $44.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 $54.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL12R V2.0 cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog with a headlamp body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HL12R V2.0 if you want a slimmer profile (7 mm narrower) and less weight (31 g lighter). Choose the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 if you want a shorter light (9 mm shorter) and more output (800 lm vs 500 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HL12R V2.0 vs HL18R-T V2.0 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 or the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0?
The Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 is the shorter light: 47 mm (1.85 in) against 56 mm (2.20 in), a difference of 9 mm (16%). At its widest point the Fenix HL12R V2.0 is 7 mm slimmer (40 vs 47 mm). The Fenix HL12R V2.0 is 31 g lighter (72.5 g vs 103 g, with battery and headband).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 or the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0?
The Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 is rated brighter: 800 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Fenix HL12R V2.0, 60% more. Rated throw is the same, 125 m.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 or the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL12R V2.0 was $44.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 $54.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL12R V2.0 cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HL12R V2.0 and Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Fenix HL12R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $44.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HL18R-T V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $54.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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