Fenix HL10 vs Fenix HM23 V2.0 size comparison
The Fenix HM23 V2.0 is 3.6 mm (0.14 in) longer than the Fenix HL10, and 7 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix HM23 V2.0 is 3.6 mm (0.14 in) longer than the Fenix HL10, and 7 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix HL10 Check price ↗ | Fenix HM23 V2.0 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 70 mm (2.76 in) | 73.6 mm (2.90 in)+3.6 mm |
| Height | 23 mm (0.91 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)+7 mm |
| Thickness | 26 mm (1.02 in) | 36 mm (1.42 in)+10 mm |
| Weight | 33 g without battery | 86.3 g with battery |
| Battery | AAA | 14500 / AA |
| Max output | 70 lm | 300 lm |
| Throw | 30 m | 88 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $16.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $36.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height |
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HL10 vs HM23 V2.0: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HL10 is the shorter light: 70 mm (2.76 in) against 73.6 mm (2.90 in), a difference of 3.6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Fenix HL10 is 7 mm slimmer (23 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HL10: 33 g without battery; Fenix HM23 V2.0: 86.3 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HM23 V2.0 is rated brighter: 300 lm maximum vs 70 lm for the Fenix HL10, 329% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM23 V2.0 reaches further: 88 m vs 30 m rated throw (193% more).
Battery
The Fenix HL10 runs on a removable AAA battery; the Fenix HM23 V2.0 runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries. For scale, a AAA cell is about 10.5 × 44.5 mm and a 14500 about 14 × 50 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL10 was $16.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM23 V2.0 $36.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL10 cost $20.00 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 HL10 if you want a shorter light (3.6 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (7 mm narrower). Choose the Fenix HM23 V2.0 if you want more output (300 lm vs 70 lm) and longer throw (88 m vs 30 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HL10 vs HM23 V2.0 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HL10 or the Fenix HM23 V2.0?
The Fenix HL10 is the shorter light: 70 mm (2.76 in) against 73.6 mm (2.90 in), a difference of 3.6 mm (5%). At its widest point the Fenix HL10 is 7 mm slimmer (23 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HL10: 33 g without battery; Fenix HM23 V2.0: 86.3 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HL10 or the Fenix HM23 V2.0?
The Fenix HM23 V2.0 is rated brighter: 300 lm maximum vs 70 lm for the Fenix HL10, 329% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM23 V2.0 reaches further: 88 m vs 30 m rated throw (193% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HL10 or the Fenix HM23 V2.0?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL10 was $16.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM23 V2.0 $36.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL10 cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HL10 and Fenix HM23 V2.0 use the same battery?
The Fenix HL10 runs on a removable AAA battery; the Fenix HM23 V2.0 runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries. For scale, a AAA cell is about 10.5 × 44.5 mm and a 14500 about 14 × 50 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix HL10: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $16.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HM23 V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $36.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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