Fenix WT16R vs Fenix WT25R size comparison
The Fenix WT25R is 8.3 mm (0.33 in) longer than the Fenix WT16R, and 7.6 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 8 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix WT25R is 8.3 mm (0.33 in) longer than the Fenix WT16R, and 7.6 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 8 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix WT16R Check price ↗ | Fenix WT25R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 127 mm (5.00 in) | 135.3 mm (5.33 in)+8.3 mm |
| Head / width | 37 mm (1.46 in) | 29.4 mm (1.16 in)−7.6 mm |
| Body | — | 24.1 mm (0.95 in) |
| Thickness | 26 mm (1.02 in) | — |
| Weight | 129 g with battery | 137 g with battery+8 g |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 |
| Max output | 300 lm | 1,000 lm |
| Throw | 115 m | 220 m |
| Type | Work light | Work light |
| Price | $64.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 37.0 mm wide x 26.0 mm thick | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed head 24.1 mm, body 29.4 mm (head smaller than body) |
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WT16R vs WT25R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix WT16R is the shorter light: 127 mm (5.00 in) against 135.3 mm (5.33 in), a difference of 8.3 mm (6%). At its widest point the Fenix WT25R is 7.6 mm slimmer (29.4 vs 37 mm). The Fenix WT16R is 8 g lighter (129 g vs 137 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix WT25R is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 300 lm for the Fenix WT16R, 233% more. For beam distance the Fenix WT25R reaches further: 220 m vs 115 m rated throw (91% more).
Battery
The Fenix WT16R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix WT25R runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the Fenix WT25R lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix WT16R was $64.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WT25R $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WT16R cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are work lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix WT16R if you want a shorter light (8.3 mm shorter), less weight (8 g lighter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Fenix WT25R if you want a slimmer profile (7.6 mm narrower), more output (1,000 lm vs 300 lm), longer throw (220 m vs 115 m) 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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WT16R vs WT25R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix WT16R or the Fenix WT25R?
The Fenix WT16R is the shorter light: 127 mm (5.00 in) against 135.3 mm (5.33 in), a difference of 8.3 mm (6%). At its widest point the Fenix WT25R is 7.6 mm slimmer (29.4 vs 37 mm). The Fenix WT16R is 8 g lighter (129 g vs 137 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix WT16R or the Fenix WT25R?
The Fenix WT25R is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 300 lm for the Fenix WT16R, 233% more. For beam distance the Fenix WT25R reaches further: 220 m vs 115 m rated throw (91% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix WT16R or the Fenix WT25R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix WT16R was $64.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WT25R $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WT16R cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix WT16R and Fenix WT25R use the same battery?
The Fenix WT16R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix WT25R runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the Fenix WT25R lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix WT16R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $64.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix WT25R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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