Fenix HL10 vs Fenix HP16R size comparison
The Fenix HP16R is 8 mm (0.31 in) shorter than the Fenix HL10, and 9 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery and headband vs without battery), so compare them with care.
The Fenix HP16R is 8 mm (0.31 in) shorter than the Fenix HL10, and 9 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery and headband vs without battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix HL10 Check price ↗ | Fenix HP16R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 70 mm (2.76 in) | 62 mm (2.44 in)−8 mm |
| Height | 23 mm (0.91 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)+9 mm |
| Thickness | 26 mm (1.02 in) | 47 mm (1.85 in)+21 mm |
| Weight | 33 g without battery | 216 g with battery and headband |
| Battery | AAA | Built-in |
| Max output | 70 lm | 1,250 lm |
| Throw | 30 m | 255 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $16.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $109.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | fenixlighting.com sourced Lamp unit only; separate battery case 73 x 25 x 69 mm |
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HL10 vs HP16R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HP16R is the shorter light: 62 mm (2.44 in) against 70 mm (2.76 in), a difference of 8 mm (11%). At its widest point the Fenix HL10 is 9 mm slimmer (23 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HL10: 33 g without battery; Fenix HP16R: 216 g with battery and headband), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HP16R is rated brighter: 1,250 lm maximum vs 70 lm for the Fenix HL10, 1686% more. For beam distance the Fenix HP16R reaches further: 255 m vs 30 m rated throw (750% more).
Battery
The Fenix HL10 runs on a removable AAA battery; the Fenix HP16R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HL10 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL10 was $16.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HP16R $109.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL10 cost $93.00 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 slimmer profile (9 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Fenix HP16R if you want a shorter light (8 mm shorter), more output (1,250 lm vs 70 lm), longer throw (255 m vs 30 m) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HL10 vs HP16R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HL10 or the Fenix HP16R?
The Fenix HP16R is the shorter light: 62 mm (2.44 in) against 70 mm (2.76 in), a difference of 8 mm (11%). At its widest point the Fenix HL10 is 9 mm slimmer (23 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HL10: 33 g without battery; Fenix HP16R: 216 g with battery and headband), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HL10 or the Fenix HP16R?
The Fenix HP16R is rated brighter: 1,250 lm maximum vs 70 lm for the Fenix HL10, 1686% more. For beam distance the Fenix HP16R reaches further: 255 m vs 30 m rated throw (750% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HL10 or the Fenix HP16R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL10 was $16.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HP16R $109.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL10 cost $93.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HL10 and Fenix HP16R use the same battery?
The Fenix HL10 runs on a removable AAA battery; the Fenix HP16R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HL10 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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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 HP16R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $109.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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