Fenix HM60R V2.0 vs Fenix HM65R size comparison

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The Fenix HM65R is 7.5 mm (0.30 in) shorter than the Fenix HM60R V2.0, and 5.7 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.

Fenix HM60R V2.0 · 88 mmFenix HM65R · 80.5 mm

The Fenix HM65R is 7.5 mm (0.30 in) shorter than the Fenix HM60R V2.0, and 5.7 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix HM60R V2.0
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Fenix HM65R
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Length88 mm (3.46 in)80.5 mm (3.17 in)−7.5 mm
Height45.7 mm (1.80 in)40 mm (1.57 in)−5.7 mm
Thickness45 mm (1.77 in)55 mm (2.17 in)+10 mm
Weight173 g with battery and headband97 g without battery
Battery18650 / 2x CR123A18650 / 2x CR123A
Max output1,600 lm1,400 lm
Throw170 m163 m
TypeHeadlamp / right-angleHeadlamp / right-angle
Price$84.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$89.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourcefenixlighting.com sourced
Listed 88 x 45.7 x 45 mm
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Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height

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HM60R V2.0 vs HM65R: how they differ

Size and weight

The Fenix HM65R is the shorter light: 80.5 mm (3.17 in) against 88 mm (3.46 in), a difference of 7.5 mm (9%). At its widest point the Fenix HM65R is 5.7 mm slimmer (40 vs 45.7 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM60R V2.0: 173 g with battery and headband; Fenix HM65R: 97 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Fenix HM60R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 1,400 lm for the Fenix HM65R, 14% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM60R V2.0 reaches further: 170 m vs 163 m rated throw (4% more).

Battery

Both run on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries, so spare cells work in either light.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM65R $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM60R V2.0 cost $5.00 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 HM60R V2.0 if you want more output (1,600 lm vs 1,400 lm). Choose the Fenix HM65R if you want a shorter light (7.5 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (5.7 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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HM60R V2.0 vs HM65R FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 or the Fenix HM65R?

The Fenix HM65R is the shorter light: 80.5 mm (3.17 in) against 88 mm (3.46 in), a difference of 7.5 mm (9%). At its widest point the Fenix HM65R is 5.7 mm slimmer (40 vs 45.7 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM60R V2.0: 173 g with battery and headband; Fenix HM65R: 97 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 or the Fenix HM65R?

The Fenix HM60R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 1,400 lm for the Fenix HM65R, 14% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM60R V2.0 reaches further: 170 m vs 163 m rated throw (4% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 or the Fenix HM65R?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM60R V2.0 was $84.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM65R $89.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM60R V2.0 cost $5.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix HM60R V2.0 and Fenix HM65R use the same battery?

Both run on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries, so spare cells work in either light.

Compare Fenix HM60R V2.0 with similar lights

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Compare Fenix HM65R with similar lights

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