Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 vs Fenix HL32R-T size comparison
The Fenix HL32R-T is 19 mm (0.75 in) longer than the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0, and 2 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 4 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix HL32R-T is 19 mm (0.75 in) longer than the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0, and 2 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 4 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 Check price ↗ | Fenix HL32R-T Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 47 mm (1.85 in) | 66 mm (2.60 in)+19 mm |
| Height | 47 mm (1.85 in) | 45 mm (1.77 in)−2 mm |
| Thickness | 31 mm (1.22 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)−1 mm |
| Weight | 103 g with battery and headband | 107 g with battery+4 g |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 800 lm | 800 lm |
| Throw | 125 m | 132 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $54.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $69.95 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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HL18R-T V2.0 vs HL32R-T: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 is the shorter light: 47 mm (1.85 in) against 66 mm (2.60 in), a difference of 19 mm (29%). At its widest point the Fenix HL32R-T is 2 mm slimmer (45 vs 47 mm). The Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 is 4 g lighter (103 g vs 107 g, with battery and headband).
Brightness and throw
Both are rated at 800 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix HL32R-T reaches further: 132 m vs 125 m rated throw (6% more).
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 HL18R-T V2.0 was $54.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HL32R-T $69.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 cost $15.00 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 HL18R-T V2.0 if you want a shorter light (19 mm shorter). Choose the Fenix HL32R-T if you want a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 Check price ↗ Fenix HL32R-T
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HL18R-T V2.0 vs HL32R-T FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 or the Fenix HL32R-T?
The Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 is the shorter light: 47 mm (1.85 in) against 66 mm (2.60 in), a difference of 19 mm (29%). At its widest point the Fenix HL32R-T is 2 mm slimmer (45 vs 47 mm). The Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 is 4 g lighter (103 g vs 107 g, with battery and headband).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 or the Fenix HL32R-T?
Both are rated at 800 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix HL32R-T reaches further: 132 m vs 125 m rated throw (6% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 or the Fenix HL32R-T?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 was $54.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HL32R-T $69.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HL18R-T V2.0 and Fenix HL32R-T use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Fenix HL18R-T V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $54.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HL32R-T: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $69.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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