Fenix HT18R V2.0 vs Fenix HT32R size comparison
The Fenix HT32R is 34.9 mm (1.37 in) shorter than the Fenix HT18R V2.0, and 7 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 99 g lighter (with battery).
The Fenix HT32R is 34.9 mm (1.37 in) shorter than the Fenix HT18R V2.0, and 7 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 99 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HT18R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Fenix HT32R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 199.7 mm (7.86 in) | 164.8 mm (6.49 in)−34.9 mm |
| Head / width | 68 mm (2.68 in) | 61 mm (2.40 in)−7 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 28.5 mm (1.12 in)+3.1 mm |
| Weight | 358 g with battery | 259 g with battery−99 g |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,700 lm | 4,000 lm |
| Throw | 1100 m | 740 m |
| Type | Thrower / search | Thrower / search |
| Price | $149.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $189.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | fenixlighting.com sourced Multi-LED head: listed 61 mm wide x 28.5 mm high |
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HT18R V2.0 vs HT32R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HT32R is the shorter light: 164.8 mm (6.49 in) against 199.7 mm (7.86 in), a difference of 34.9 mm (17%). At its widest point the Fenix HT32R is 7 mm slimmer (61 vs 68 mm). The Fenix HT32R is 99 g lighter (259 g vs 358 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HT32R is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 3,700 lm for the Fenix HT18R V2.0, 8% more. For beam distance the Fenix HT18R V2.0 reaches further: 1100 m vs 740 m rated throw (49% more).
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HT18R V2.0 was $149.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HT32R $189.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HT18R V2.0 cost $40.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are throwers / search lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HT18R V2.0 if you want longer throw (1100 m vs 740 m). Choose the Fenix HT32R if you want a shorter light (34.9 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (7 mm narrower) and less weight (99 g lighter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HT18R V2.0 vs HT32R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HT18R V2.0 or the Fenix HT32R?
The Fenix HT32R is the shorter light: 164.8 mm (6.49 in) against 199.7 mm (7.86 in), a difference of 34.9 mm (17%). At its widest point the Fenix HT32R is 7 mm slimmer (61 vs 68 mm). The Fenix HT32R is 99 g lighter (259 g vs 358 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HT18R V2.0 or the Fenix HT32R?
The Fenix HT32R is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 3,700 lm for the Fenix HT18R V2.0, 8% more. For beam distance the Fenix HT18R V2.0 reaches further: 1100 m vs 740 m rated throw (49% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HT18R V2.0 or the Fenix HT32R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HT18R V2.0 was $149.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HT32R $189.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HT18R V2.0 cost $40.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HT18R V2.0 and Fenix HT32R use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix HT18R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $149.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HT32R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $189.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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