Fenix HM60R V2.0 vs Fenix HM65R V2.0 size comparison

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The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is 8 mm (0.31 in) shorter than the Fenix HM60R V2.0, and 6.8 mm wider at its widest point. It is 29 g lighter (with battery).

Fenix HM60R V2.0 · 88 mmFenix HM65R V2.0 · 80 mm

The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is 8 mm (0.31 in) shorter than the Fenix HM60R V2.0, and 6.8 mm wider at its widest point. It is 29 g lighter (with battery).

Dimensions

Fenix HM60R V2.0
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Fenix HM65R V2.0
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Length88 mm (3.46 in)80 mm (3.15 in)−8 mm
Height45.7 mm (1.80 in)52.5 mm (2.07 in)+6.8 mm
Thickness45 mm (1.77 in)39.5 mm (1.56 in)−5.5 mm
Weight173 g with battery and headband144 g with battery and headband−29 g
Battery18650 / 2x CR123A18650
Max output1,600 lm2,200 lm
Throw170 m230 m
TypeHeadlamp / right-angleHeadlamp / right-angle
Price$84.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourcefenixlighting.com sourced
Listed 88 x 45.7 x 45 mm
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Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height

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HM60R V2.0 vs HM65R V2.0: how they differ

Size and weight

The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is the shorter light: 80 mm (3.15 in) against 88 mm (3.46 in), a difference of 8 mm (9%). At its widest point the Fenix HM60R V2.0 is 6.8 mm slimmer (45.7 vs 52.5 mm). The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is 29 g lighter (144 g vs 173 g, with battery and headband).

Brightness and throw

The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is rated brighter: 2,200 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix HM60R V2.0, 38% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM65R V2.0 reaches further: 230 m vs 170 m rated throw (35% more).

Battery

The Fenix HM60R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Fenix HM65R V2.0 runs on a removable 18650 battery.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM65R V2.0 $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM60R 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 HM60R V2.0 if you want a slimmer profile (6.8 mm narrower). Choose the Fenix HM65R V2.0 if you want a shorter light (8 mm shorter), less weight (29 g lighter), more output (2,200 lm vs 1,600 lm) and longer throw (230 m vs 170 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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HM60R V2.0 vs HM65R V2.0 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 or the Fenix HM65R V2.0?

The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is the shorter light: 80 mm (3.15 in) against 88 mm (3.46 in), a difference of 8 mm (9%). At its widest point the Fenix HM60R V2.0 is 6.8 mm slimmer (45.7 vs 52.5 mm). The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is 29 g lighter (144 g vs 173 g, with battery and headband).

Which is brighter, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 or the Fenix HM65R V2.0?

The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is rated brighter: 2,200 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix HM60R V2.0, 38% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM65R V2.0 reaches further: 230 m vs 170 m rated throw (35% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 or the Fenix HM65R V2.0?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM65R V2.0 $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM60R V2.0 cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix HM60R V2.0 and Fenix HM65R V2.0 use the same battery?

The Fenix HM60R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Fenix HM65R V2.0 runs on a removable 18650 battery.

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