Fenix HL17R vs Fenix SW05R-RED size comparison
The Fenix SW05R-RED is 0.9 mm (0.04 in) shorter than the Fenix HL17R, and 11.4 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 10 g lighter (with battery).
The Fenix SW05R-RED is 0.9 mm (0.04 in) shorter than the Fenix HL17R, and 11.4 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 10 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HL17R Check price ↗ | Fenix SW05R-RED Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 69.9 mm (2.75 in) | 69 mm (2.72 in)−0.9 mm |
| Head / width | 40.4 mm (1.59 in) | 29 mm (1.14 in)−11.4 mm |
| Body | 37 mm (1.46 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 16 mm (0.63 in) |
| Weight | 65 g with battery | 55 g with battery−10 g |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 500 lm | 150 lm |
| Throw | 100 m | 39 m |
| Type | Clip / angle | Clip / angle |
| Price | $33.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $41.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Clip-on light; diameters include mount | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 29.0 mm wide x 16.0 mm thick |
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HL17R vs SW05R-RED: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix SW05R-RED is the shorter light: 69 mm (2.72 in) against 69.9 mm (2.75 in), a difference of 0.9 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix SW05R-RED is 11.4 mm slimmer (29 vs 40.4 mm). The Fenix SW05R-RED is 10 g lighter (55 g vs 65 g, with battery).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HL17R is rated brighter: 500 lm maximum vs 150 lm for the Fenix SW05R-RED, 233% more. For beam distance the Fenix HL17R reaches further: 100 m vs 39 m rated throw (156% more).
Battery
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL17R was $33.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix SW05R-RED $41.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL17R cost $8.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are clip / angle lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HL17R if you want more output (500 lm vs 150 lm) and longer throw (100 m vs 39 m). Choose the Fenix SW05R-RED if you want a slimmer profile (11.4 mm narrower) and less weight (10 g lighter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HL17R vs SW05R-RED FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HL17R or the Fenix SW05R-RED?
The Fenix SW05R-RED is the shorter light: 69 mm (2.72 in) against 69.9 mm (2.75 in), a difference of 0.9 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix SW05R-RED is 11.4 mm slimmer (29 vs 40.4 mm). The Fenix SW05R-RED is 10 g lighter (55 g vs 65 g, with battery).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HL17R or the Fenix SW05R-RED?
The Fenix HL17R is rated brighter: 500 lm maximum vs 150 lm for the Fenix SW05R-RED, 233% more. For beam distance the Fenix HL17R reaches further: 100 m vs 39 m rated throw (156% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HL17R or the Fenix SW05R-RED?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL17R was $33.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix SW05R-RED $41.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL17R cost $8.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HL17R and Fenix SW05R-RED use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Fenix HL17R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $33.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix SW05R-RED: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $41.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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