Fenix HM60R V2.0 vs Fenix WH23R size comparison

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The Fenix WH23R is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) shorter than the Fenix HM60R V2.0, and 2 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 58 g lighter (with battery).

Fenix HM60R V2.0 · 88 mmFenix WH23R · 86.45 mm

The Fenix WH23R is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) shorter than the Fenix HM60R V2.0, and 2 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 58 g lighter (with battery).

Dimensions

Fenix HM60R V2.0
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Fenix WH23R
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Length88 mm (3.46 in)86.5 mm (3.40 in)−1.5 mm
Height45.7 mm (1.80 in)43.7 mm (1.72 in)−2 mm
Thickness45 mm (1.77 in)45 mm (1.77 in)same
Weight173 g with battery and headband115 g with battery−58 g
Battery18650 / 2x CR123ABuilt-in
Max output1,600 lm600 lm
Throw170 m100 m
TypeHeadlamp / right-angleHeadlamp / right-angle
Price$84.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$59.95 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 WH23R: how they differ

Size and weight

The Fenix WH23R is the shorter light: 86.5 mm (3.40 in) against 88 mm (3.46 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (2%). At its widest point the Fenix WH23R is 2 mm slimmer (43.7 vs 45.7 mm). The Fenix WH23R is 58 g lighter (115 g vs 173 g, with battery and headband).

Brightness and throw

The Fenix HM60R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Fenix WH23R, 167% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM60R V2.0 reaches further: 170 m vs 100 m rated throw (70% more).

Battery

The Fenix HM60R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Fenix WH23R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HM60R V2.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WH23R $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WH23R cost $25.00 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 more output (1,600 lm vs 600 lm), longer throw (170 m vs 100 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Fenix WH23R if you want a slimmer profile (2 mm narrower), less weight (58 g lighter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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HM60R V2.0 vs WH23R FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 or the Fenix WH23R?

The Fenix WH23R is the shorter light: 86.5 mm (3.40 in) against 88 mm (3.46 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (2%). At its widest point the Fenix WH23R is 2 mm slimmer (43.7 vs 45.7 mm). The Fenix WH23R is 58 g lighter (115 g vs 173 g, with battery and headband).

Which is brighter, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 or the Fenix WH23R?

The Fenix HM60R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Fenix WH23R, 167% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM60R V2.0 reaches further: 170 m vs 100 m rated throw (70% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 or the Fenix WH23R?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WH23R $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WH23R cost $25.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix HM60R V2.0 and Fenix WH23R use the same battery?

The Fenix HM60R V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Fenix WH23R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HM60R V2.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.

Compare Fenix HM60R V2.0 with similar lights

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Compare Fenix WH23R with similar lights

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