Fenix HL45R vs Fenix WH23R size comparison
The Fenix WH23R is 8.3 mm (0.32 in) longer than the Fenix HL45R, and 0.8 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 18 g lighter (with battery).
The Fenix WH23R is 8.3 mm (0.32 in) longer than the Fenix HL45R, and 0.8 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 18 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HL45R Check price ↗ | Fenix WH23R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 78.2 mm (3.08 in) | 86.5 mm (3.40 in)+8.3 mm |
| Height | 44.5 mm (1.75 in) | 43.7 mm (1.72 in)−0.8 mm |
| Thickness | 50 mm (1.97 in) | 45 mm (1.77 in)−5 mm |
| Weight | 133 g with battery and headband | 115 g with battery−18 g |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,000 lm | 600 lm |
| Throw | 220 m | 100 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $59.95 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 WH23R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HL45R is the shorter light: 78.2 mm (3.08 in) against 86.5 mm (3.40 in), a difference of 8.3 mm (10%). At its widest point the Fenix WH23R is 0.8 mm slimmer (43.7 vs 44.5 mm). The Fenix WH23R is 18 g lighter (115 g vs 133 g, with battery and headband).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HL45R is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Fenix WH23R, 67% more. For beam distance the Fenix HL45R reaches further: 220 m vs 100 m rated throw (120% 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 HL45R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WH23R $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WH23R 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 shorter light (8.3 mm shorter), more output (1,000 lm vs 600 lm) and longer throw (220 m vs 100 m). Choose the Fenix WH23R if you want less weight (18 g lighter). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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HL45R vs WH23R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HL45R or the Fenix WH23R?
The Fenix HL45R is the shorter light: 78.2 mm (3.08 in) against 86.5 mm (3.40 in), a difference of 8.3 mm (10%). At its widest point the Fenix WH23R is 0.8 mm slimmer (43.7 vs 44.5 mm). The Fenix WH23R is 18 g lighter (115 g vs 133 g, with battery and headband).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HL45R or the Fenix WH23R?
The Fenix HL45R is rated brighter: 1,000 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Fenix WH23R, 67% more. For beam distance the Fenix HL45R reaches further: 220 m vs 100 m rated throw (120% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HL45R or the Fenix WH23R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HL45R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WH23R $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WH23R cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HL45R and Fenix WH23R use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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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 WH23R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $59.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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