Fenix HP16R vs Fenix HP25R V2.0 size comparison
The Fenix HP25R V2.0 is 2 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Fenix HP16R, and 1 mm wider at its widest point. It is 22 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix HP25R V2.0 is 2 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Fenix HP16R, and 1 mm wider at its widest point. It is 22 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HP16R Check price ↗ | Fenix HP25R V2.0 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 62 mm (2.44 in) | 60 mm (2.36 in)−2 mm |
| Height | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 33 mm (1.30 in)+1 mm |
| Thickness | 47 mm (1.85 in) | 47 mm (1.85 in)same |
| Weight | 216 g with battery and headband | 238 g with battery and headband+22 g |
| Battery | Built-in | 21700 |
| Max output | 1,250 lm | 1,600 lm |
| Throw | 255 m | 228 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $109.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Lamp unit only; separate battery case 73 x 25 x 69 mm | fenixlighting.com sourced Lamp unit only; separate battery case 99 x 41 x 39.5 mm |
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HP16R vs HP25R V2.0: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HP25R V2.0 is the shorter light: 60 mm (2.36 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 2 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix HP16R is 1 mm slimmer (32 vs 33 mm). The Fenix HP16R is 22 g lighter (216 g vs 238 g, with battery and headband).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HP25R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 1,250 lm for the Fenix HP16R, 28% more. For beam distance the Fenix HP16R reaches further: 255 m vs 228 m rated throw (12% more).
Battery
The Fenix HP16R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix HP25R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Fenix HP25R V2.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HP16R was $109.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HP25R V2.0 $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HP16R cost $10.00 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 HP16R if you want less weight (22 g lighter), longer throw (255 m vs 228 m) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Fenix HP25R V2.0 if you want more output (1,600 lm vs 1,250 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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HP16R vs HP25R V2.0 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HP16R or the Fenix HP25R V2.0?
The Fenix HP25R V2.0 is the shorter light: 60 mm (2.36 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 2 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix HP16R is 1 mm slimmer (32 vs 33 mm). The Fenix HP16R is 22 g lighter (216 g vs 238 g, with battery and headband).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HP16R or the Fenix HP25R V2.0?
The Fenix HP25R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 1,250 lm for the Fenix HP16R, 28% more. For beam distance the Fenix HP16R reaches further: 255 m vs 228 m rated throw (12% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HP16R or the Fenix HP25R V2.0?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HP16R was $109.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HP25R V2.0 $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HP16R cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HP16R and Fenix HP25R V2.0 use the same battery?
The Fenix HP16R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix HP25R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery. Only the Fenix HP25R V2.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix HP16R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $109.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HP25R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $119.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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