Fenix HM71R V2.0 vs ThruNite TH30 V2 size comparison
The ThruNite TH30 V2 is 4.5 mm (0.18 in) shorter than the Fenix HM71R V2.0, and 28.4 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite TH30 V2 is 4.5 mm (0.18 in) shorter than the Fenix HM71R V2.0, and 28.4 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 HM71R V2.0 Check price ↗ | ThruNite TH30 V2 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 111.5 mm (4.39 in) | 107 mm (4.21 in)−4.5 mm |
| Head / width | 53.4 mm (2.10 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−28.4 mm |
| Body | — | 24 mm (0.94 in) |
| Thickness | 50 mm (1.97 in) | — |
| Weight | 220 g with battery and headband | 71 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| Max output | 3,500 lm | 3,320 lm |
| Throw | 275 m | 170 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $124.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | not verified yet |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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HM71R V2.0 vs TH30 V2: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite TH30 V2 is the shorter light: 107 mm (4.21 in) against 111.5 mm (4.39 in), a difference of 4.5 mm (4%). At its widest point the ThruNite TH30 V2 is 28.4 mm slimmer (25 vs 53.4 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM71R V2.0: 220 g with battery and headband; ThruNite TH30 V2: 71 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HM71R V2.0 is rated brighter: 3,500 lm maximum vs 3,320 lm for the ThruNite TH30 V2, 5% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM71R V2.0 reaches further: 275 m vs 170 m rated throw (62% more).
Battery
The Fenix HM71R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite TH30 V2 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HM71R V2.0 if you want longer throw (275 m vs 170 m). Choose the ThruNite TH30 V2 if you want a shorter light (4.5 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (28.4 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HM71R V2.0 vs TH30 V2 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HM71R V2.0 or the ThruNite TH30 V2?
The ThruNite TH30 V2 is the shorter light: 107 mm (4.21 in) against 111.5 mm (4.39 in), a difference of 4.5 mm (4%). At its widest point the ThruNite TH30 V2 is 28.4 mm slimmer (25 vs 53.4 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM71R V2.0: 220 g with battery and headband; ThruNite TH30 V2: 71 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HM71R V2.0 or the ThruNite TH30 V2?
The Fenix HM71R V2.0 is rated brighter: 3,500 lm maximum vs 3,320 lm for the ThruNite TH30 V2, 5% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM71R V2.0 reaches further: 275 m vs 170 m rated throw (62% more).
Do the Fenix HM71R V2.0 and ThruNite TH30 V2 use the same battery?
The Fenix HM71R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite TH30 V2 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix HM71R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $124.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite TH30 V2: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. No verified price yet.
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