Fenix HL45R vs Fenix HM55R RENEGADE size comparison
The Fenix HM55R RENEGADE is 14.2 mm (0.56 in) shorter than the Fenix HL45R, and 0.5 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 28 g lighter (with battery).
The Fenix HM55R RENEGADE is 14.2 mm (0.56 in) shorter than the Fenix HL45R, and 0.5 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 28 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HL45R Check price ↗ | Fenix HM55R RENEGADE Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 78.2 mm (3.08 in) | 64 mm (2.52 in)−14.2 mm |
| Height | 44.5 mm (1.75 in) | 44 mm (1.73 in)−0.5 mm |
| Thickness | 50 mm (1.97 in) | 34 mm (1.34 in)−16 mm |
| Weight | 133 g with battery and headband | 105 g with battery and headband−28 g |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 |
| Max output | 1,000 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 220 m | 175 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $74.95 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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HL45R vs HM55R RENEGADE: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HM55R RENEGADE is the shorter light: 64 mm (2.52 in) against 78.2 mm (3.08 in), a difference of 14.2 mm (18%). At its widest point the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE is 0.5 mm slimmer (44 vs 44.5 mm). The Fenix HM55R RENEGADE is 28 g lighter (105 g vs 133 g, with battery and headband).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HM55R RENEGADE is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Fenix HL45R, 20% more. For beam distance the Fenix HL45R reaches further: 220 m vs 175 m rated throw (26% more).
Battery
The Fenix HL45R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL45R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE $74.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE cost $5.00 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 HL45R if you want longer throw (220 m vs 175 m) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE if you want a shorter light (14.2 mm shorter), less weight (28 g lighter), more output (1,200 lm vs 1,000 lm) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HL45R vs HM55R RENEGADE FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HL45R or the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE?
The Fenix HM55R RENEGADE is the shorter light: 64 mm (2.52 in) against 78.2 mm (3.08 in), a difference of 14.2 mm (18%). At its widest point the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE is 0.5 mm slimmer (44 vs 44.5 mm). The Fenix HM55R RENEGADE is 28 g lighter (105 g vs 133 g, with battery and headband).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HL45R or the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE?
The Fenix HM55R RENEGADE is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Fenix HL45R, 20% more. For beam distance the Fenix HL45R reaches further: 220 m vs 175 m rated throw (26% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HL45R or the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL45R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE $74.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE cost $5.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HL45R and Fenix HM55R RENEGADE use the same battery?
The Fenix HL45R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the Fenix HM55R RENEGADE lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix HL45R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HM55R RENEGADE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $74.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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