Fenix HM70R vs Fenix HM75R size comparison

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The Fenix HM75R is 3.4 mm (0.13 in) shorter than the Fenix HM70R, and 7.5 mm wider at its widest point. It is 115 g heavier (with battery).

Fenix HM70R · 94.5 mmFenix HM75R · 91.1 mm

The Fenix HM75R is 3.4 mm (0.13 in) shorter than the Fenix HM70R, and 7.5 mm wider at its widest point. It is 115 g heavier (with battery).

Dimensions

Fenix HM70R
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Fenix HM75R
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Length94.5 mm (3.72 in)91.1 mm (3.59 in)−3.4 mm
Height46 mm (1.81 in)53.5 mm (2.11 in)+7.5 mm
Thickness51 mm (2.01 in)41 mm (1.61 in)−10 mm
Weight206 g with battery and headband321 g with battery and headband+115 g
Battery2170021700
Max output1,600 lm1,600 lm
Throw186 m223 m
TypeHeadlamp / right-angleHeadlamp / right-angle
Price$99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026from $114.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourcefenixlighting.com sourced
Headlamp unit; front view drawn width x height
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Lamp unit only; separate battery case 107.7 x 28 x 28 mm

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HM70R vs HM75R: how they differ

Size and weight

The Fenix HM75R is the shorter light: 91.1 mm (3.59 in) against 94.5 mm (3.72 in), a difference of 3.4 mm (4%). At its widest point the Fenix HM70R is 7.5 mm slimmer (46 vs 53.5 mm). The Fenix HM70R is 115 g lighter (206 g vs 321 g, with battery and headband).

Brightness and throw

Both are rated at 1,600 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix HM75R reaches further: 223 m vs 186 m rated throw (20% more).

Battery

Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM70R was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM75R from $114.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM70R cost $15.00 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 HM70R if you want a slimmer profile (7.5 mm narrower) and less weight (115 g lighter). Choose the Fenix HM75R if you want a shorter light (3.4 mm shorter) and longer throw (223 m vs 186 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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HM70R vs HM75R FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix HM70R or the Fenix HM75R?

The Fenix HM75R is the shorter light: 91.1 mm (3.59 in) against 94.5 mm (3.72 in), a difference of 3.4 mm (4%). At its widest point the Fenix HM70R is 7.5 mm slimmer (46 vs 53.5 mm). The Fenix HM70R is 115 g lighter (206 g vs 321 g, with battery and headband).

Which is brighter, the Fenix HM70R or the Fenix HM75R?

Both are rated at 1,600 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Fenix HM75R reaches further: 223 m vs 186 m rated throw (20% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix HM70R or the Fenix HM75R?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM70R was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HM75R from $114.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM70R cost $15.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix HM70R and Fenix HM75R use the same battery?

Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.

Compare Fenix HM70R with similar lights

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