Fenix HM70R vs Fenix HP35R size comparison
The Fenix HP35R is about the same length as the Fenix HM70R, and 11.4 mm wider at its widest point.
The Fenix HP35R is about the same length as the Fenix HM70R, and 11.4 mm wider at its widest point.
Dimensions
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| Length | 94.5 mm (3.72 in) | 94.1 mm (3.70 in)−0.4 mm |
| Height | 46 mm (1.81 in) | 57.4 mm (2.26 in)+11.4 mm |
| Thickness | 51 mm (2.01 in) | 48.7 mm (1.92 in)−2.3 mm |
| Weight | 206 g with battery and headband | — |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 4,000 lm |
| Throw | 186 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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HM70R vs HP35R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HM70R and Fenix HP35R are the same length to within half a millimetre (94.5 mm (3.72 in)). At its widest point the Fenix HM70R is 11.4 mm slimmer (46 vs 57.4 mm).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HP35R is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix HM70R, 150% more. For beam distance the Fenix HP35R reaches further: 450 m vs 186 m rated throw (142% more).
Battery
The Fenix HM70R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix HP35R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HM70R lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM70R was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HP35R $229.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM70R 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 HM70R if you want a slimmer profile (11.4 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Fenix HP35R if you want more output (4,000 lm vs 1,600 lm), longer throw (450 m vs 186 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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HM70R vs HP35R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HM70R or the Fenix HP35R?
The Fenix HM70R and Fenix HP35R are the same length to within half a millimetre (94.5 mm (3.72 in)). At its widest point the Fenix HM70R is 11.4 mm slimmer (46 vs 57.4 mm).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HM70R or the Fenix HP35R?
The Fenix HP35R is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix HM70R, 150% more. For beam distance the Fenix HP35R reaches further: 450 m vs 186 m rated throw (142% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HM70R or the Fenix HP35R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM70R was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix HP35R $229.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix HM70R cost $130.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HM70R and Fenix HP35R use the same battery?
The Fenix HM70R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix HP35R runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HM70R lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix HM70R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Fenix HP35R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $229.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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