Fenix HM65R V2.0 vs Fenix HP35R size comparison
The Fenix HP35R is 14.1 mm (0.56 in) longer than the Fenix HM65R V2.0, and 4.9 mm wider at its widest point.
The Fenix HP35R is 14.1 mm (0.56 in) longer than the Fenix HM65R V2.0, and 4.9 mm wider at its widest point.
Dimensions
| Fenix HM65R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Fenix HP35R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 80 mm (3.15 in) | 94.1 mm (3.70 in)+14.1 mm |
| Height | 52.5 mm (2.07 in) | 57.4 mm (2.26 in)+4.9 mm |
| Thickness | 39.5 mm (1.56 in) | 48.7 mm (1.92 in)+9.2 mm |
| Weight | 144 g with battery and headband | — |
| Battery | 18650 | Built-in |
| Max output | 2,200 lm | 4,000 lm |
| Throw | 230 m | 450 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $229.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height | fenixlighting.com sourced Standard lamp unit (94.1 x 48.7 x 57.4 mm); SAR version 99.4 x 53.4 x 54.7 mm; separate 10000 mAh battery case |
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HM65R V2.0 vs HP35R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is the shorter light: 80 mm (3.15 in) against 94.1 mm (3.70 in), a difference of 14.1 mm (15%). At its widest point the Fenix HM65R V2.0 is 4.9 mm slimmer (52.5 vs 57.4 mm).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HP35R is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 2,200 lm for the Fenix HM65R V2.0, 82% more. For beam distance the Fenix HP35R reaches further: 450 m vs 230 m rated throw (96% more).
Battery
The Fenix HM65R V2.0 runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Fenix HP35R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HM65R V2.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM65R V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HP35R $229.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM65R V2.0 cost $130.00 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 HM65R V2.0 if you want a shorter light (14.1 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (4.9 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Fenix HP35R if you want more output (4,000 lm vs 2,200 lm), longer throw (450 m vs 230 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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HM65R V2.0 vs HP35R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HM65R V2.0 or the Fenix HP35R?
The Fenix HM65R V2.0 is the shorter light: 80 mm (3.15 in) against 94.1 mm (3.70 in), a difference of 14.1 mm (15%). At its widest point the Fenix HM65R V2.0 is 4.9 mm slimmer (52.5 vs 57.4 mm).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HM65R V2.0 or the Fenix HP35R?
The Fenix HP35R is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 2,200 lm for the Fenix HM65R V2.0, 82% more. For beam distance the Fenix HP35R reaches further: 450 m vs 230 m rated throw (96% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HM65R V2.0 or the Fenix HP35R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM65R V2.0 was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HP35R $229.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM65R V2.0 cost $130.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HM65R V2.0 and Fenix HP35R use the same battery?
The Fenix HM65R V2.0 runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Fenix HP35R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HM65R V2.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix HM65R V2.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HP35R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $229.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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