Fenix HL45R vs Fenix HM65R V2.0 size comparison
The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is 1.8 mm (0.07 in) longer than the Fenix HL45R, and 8 mm wider at its widest point. It is 11 g heavier (with battery).
The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is 1.8 mm (0.07 in) longer than the Fenix HL45R, and 8 mm wider at its widest point. It is 11 g heavier (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HL45R Check price ↗ | Fenix HM65R V2.0 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 78.2 mm (3.08 in) | 80 mm (3.15 in)+1.8 mm |
| Height | 44.5 mm (1.75 in) | 52.5 mm (2.07 in)+8 mm |
| Thickness | 50 mm (1.97 in) | 39.5 mm (1.56 in)−10.5 mm |
| Weight | 133 g with battery and headband | 144 g with battery and headband+11 g |
| Battery | Built-in | 18650 |
| Max output | 1,000 lm | 2,200 lm |
| Throw | 220 m | 230 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $99.95 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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HL45R vs HM65R V2.0: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HL45R is the shorter light: 78.2 mm (3.08 in) against 80 mm (3.15 in), a difference of 1.8 mm (2%). At its widest point the Fenix HL45R is 8 mm slimmer (44.5 vs 52.5 mm). The Fenix HL45R is 11 g lighter (133 g vs 144 g, with battery and headband).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is rated brighter: 2,200 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Fenix HL45R, 120% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM65R V2.0 reaches further: 230 m vs 220 m rated throw (5% more).
Battery
The Fenix HL45R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix HM65R V2.0 runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the Fenix HM65R V2.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL45R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM65R V2.0 $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL45R 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 HL45R if you want a slimmer profile (8 mm narrower), less weight (11 g lighter) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the Fenix HM65R V2.0 if you want more output (2,200 lm vs 1,000 lm) 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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HL45R vs HM65R V2.0 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HL45R or the Fenix HM65R V2.0?
The Fenix HL45R is the shorter light: 78.2 mm (3.08 in) against 80 mm (3.15 in), a difference of 1.8 mm (2%). At its widest point the Fenix HL45R is 8 mm slimmer (44.5 vs 52.5 mm). The Fenix HL45R is 11 g lighter (133 g vs 144 g, with battery and headband).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HL45R or the Fenix HM65R V2.0?
The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is rated brighter: 2,200 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Fenix HL45R, 120% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM65R V2.0 reaches further: 230 m vs 220 m rated throw (5% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HL45R or the Fenix HM65R V2.0?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL45R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM65R V2.0 $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HL45R cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HL45R and Fenix HM65R V2.0 use the same battery?
The Fenix HL45R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the Fenix HM65R V2.0 runs on a removable 18650 battery. Only the Fenix HM65R V2.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix HL45R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $79.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HM65R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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