Fenix HM70R vs Fenix WH23R size comparison
The Fenix WH23R is 8 mm (0.32 in) shorter than the Fenix HM70R, and 2.3 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 91 g lighter (with battery).
The Fenix WH23R is 8 mm (0.32 in) shorter than the Fenix HM70R, and 2.3 mm narrower at its widest point. It is 91 g lighter (with battery).
Dimensions
| Fenix HM70R Check price ↗ | Fenix WH23R Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 94.5 mm (3.72 in) | 86.5 mm (3.40 in)−8 mm |
| Height | 46 mm (1.81 in) | 43.7 mm (1.72 in)−2.3 mm |
| Thickness | 51 mm (2.01 in) | 45 mm (1.77 in)−6 mm |
| Weight | 206 g with battery and headband | 115 g with battery−91 g |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 600 lm |
| Throw | 186 m | 100 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | $99.95 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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HM70R vs WH23R: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix WH23R is the shorter light: 86.5 mm (3.40 in) against 94.5 mm (3.72 in), a difference of 8 mm (9%). At its widest point the Fenix WH23R is 2.3 mm slimmer (43.7 vs 46 mm). The Fenix WH23R is 91 g lighter (115 g vs 206 g, with battery and headband).
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HM70R is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Fenix WH23R, 167% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM70R reaches further: 186 m vs 100 m rated throw (86% more).
Battery
The Fenix HM70R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix WH23R 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 WH23R $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WH23R cost $40.00 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 more output (1,600 lm vs 600 lm), longer throw (186 m vs 100 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Fenix WH23R if you want a shorter light (8 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (2.3 mm narrower), less weight (91 g lighter) 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 WH23R FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HM70R or the Fenix WH23R?
The Fenix WH23R is the shorter light: 86.5 mm (3.40 in) against 94.5 mm (3.72 in), a difference of 8 mm (9%). At its widest point the Fenix WH23R is 2.3 mm slimmer (43.7 vs 46 mm). The Fenix WH23R is 91 g lighter (115 g vs 206 g, with battery and headband).
Which is brighter, the Fenix HM70R or the Fenix WH23R?
The Fenix HM70R is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Fenix WH23R, 167% more. For beam distance the Fenix HM70R reaches further: 186 m vs 100 m rated throw (86% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix HM70R or the Fenix WH23R?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix HM70R was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Fenix WH23R $59.95 at fenixlighting.com, so the Fenix WH23R cost $40.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix HM70R and Fenix WH23R use the same battery?
The Fenix HM70R runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Fenix WH23R 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). Price $99.95 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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