Fenix HM61R V3.0 vs Nitecore HC65 UHE size comparison
The Nitecore HC65 UHE is 16.4 mm (0.65 in) shorter than the Fenix HM61R V3.0, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore HC65 UHE is 16.4 mm (0.65 in) shorter than the Fenix HM61R V3.0, and 5 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix HM61R V3.0 Check price ↗ | Nitecore HC65 UHE Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 105.4 mm (4.15 in) | 89 mm (3.50 in)−16.4 mm |
| Height | 51 mm (2.01 in) | 46 mm (1.81 in)−5 mm |
| Thickness | 38 mm (1.50 in) | 42 mm (1.65 in)+4 mm |
| Weight | 167.6 g with battery and headband | 152 g listed |
| Battery | 18650 | 18650 |
| Max output | 1,800 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Throw | 195 m | 222 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $89.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer lists 89 x 42 x 46 mm |
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HM61R V3.0 vs HC65 UHE: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore HC65 UHE is the shorter light: 89 mm (3.50 in) against 105.4 mm (4.15 in), a difference of 16.4 mm (16%). At its widest point the Nitecore HC65 UHE is 5 mm slimmer (46 vs 51 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM61R V3.0: 167.6 g with battery and headband; Nitecore HC65 UHE: 152 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore HC65 UHE is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,800 lm for the Fenix HM61R V3.0, 11% more. For beam distance the Nitecore HC65 UHE reaches further: 222 m vs 195 m rated throw (14% more).
Battery
Both run on a removable 18650 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM61R V3.0 was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore HC65 UHE from $89.95 at batteryjunction.com. 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 Nitecore HC65 UHE if you want a shorter light (16.4 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (5 mm narrower), more output (2,000 lm vs 1,800 lm) and longer throw (222 m vs 195 m). On the specs we track, the Nitecore HC65 UHE is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix HM61R V3.0 makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HM61R V3.0 vs HC65 UHE FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HM61R V3.0 or the Nitecore HC65 UHE?
The Nitecore HC65 UHE is the shorter light: 89 mm (3.50 in) against 105.4 mm (4.15 in), a difference of 16.4 mm (16%). At its widest point the Nitecore HC65 UHE is 5 mm slimmer (46 vs 51 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM61R V3.0: 167.6 g with battery and headband; Nitecore HC65 UHE: 152 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HM61R V3.0 or the Nitecore HC65 UHE?
The Nitecore HC65 UHE is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,800 lm for the Fenix HM61R V3.0, 11% more. For beam distance the Nitecore HC65 UHE reaches further: 222 m vs 195 m rated throw (14% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HM61R V3.0 or the Nitecore HC65 UHE?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM61R V3.0 was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore HC65 UHE from $89.95 at batteryjunction.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HM61R V3.0 and Nitecore HC65 UHE use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 18650 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix HM61R V3.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $89.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore HC65 UHE: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price from $89.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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