Top Fenix LED Headlamps – Making Your Selection

Top Fenix LED Headlamps – Making Your Selection

Finding information on how to select the brightest flashlight is easily done. However, zeroing in on a headlamp to meet your needs can get complicated. Fenix manufactures a variety of LED headlamps, each for specific purposes. We looked at each of our top-selling Fenix headlamps and focused on the main features of each.

Fenix HP25R Rechargeable LED Headlamp (updated: HP25R V2)

Primary Applications: Mountaineering, outdoor activities, hunting, camping, searching, caving, and all explorations activities.

You just can't get any better than this. The impressive 1600-lumen output, dual beams (spotlight and flood), and USB-C rechargeable features make this our top seller. This high-end headlamp includes a neutral white floodlight and battery level indicator. You will always know the status of your battery charge. Freezing temperatures are no problem for the HP25R when you use the cold-resistant CR123A battery option. Light your world up to 951 feet with this headlamp. The built-in red light is an added bonus for emergencies.

Fenix HL60R Rechargeable LED Headlamp

Primary Applications: Outdoor adventures, high altitudes, caving, outback

If you want a rechargeable headlamp, this is the one to get. This headlamp is ready to go out of the box. Included in the box is a standard 18650 rechargeable battery as well as the USB charging cable. You get a maximum of 950 lumens, 5 output modes, and a red light mode. The 100-hour runtime will keep you lit for extended times away from power sources. IPX-8 waterproof and a tilt-head are other requested features.

Fenix HL50 LED Headlamp (updated: HM50R V2)

Primary Applications: Outdoor adventures, especially for extreme temperatures.

This is our top dual-use headlamp. You have a detachable headlamp head to use as a handheld LED flashlight. The Fenix HL50 headlamp output is 4 lumens to 365 lumens. The main feature of the HL50 is the use of a CR123A battery which can operate in extreme temperatures down to -40 degrees. Other favored features are a neutral white LED, three battery power options (CR123A battery, AA alkaline battery, or Ni-MH rechargeable battery), lightweight, durable construction, and compact profile.

The HM50R V2 headlamp is the same size and carries over most of the features from the HL50, but now has integrated USB recharging and has a maximum output of 700 lumens and an upgraded throw of 377 feet.

Fenix HL15 LED Headlamp

Primary Applications: Runners, walkers, camping, and hiking

The Fenix HL15 LED headlamp was designed for the outdoor enthusiast who needs to see and be seen. The reflective headband along with the neutral LED gives the user the best visual experience. You get a maximum of 200 lumens from the 100-degree beam. In addition, you get two built-in red LEDs, a neutral white LED, waterproofing, and a 164-foot beam distance.

Fenix HP12 LED Headlamp (discontinued)

Primary Applications: Extreme, harsh environments from the cold North Pole to the tropical Rain Forest to the industrial workplace.

This is the headlamp for you if you need “toughness” and high lumens. The 900-lumen burst mode will reach to 404 feet. The CR123A battery is designed for those temperatures to -40 degrees. You can expect a maximum runtime of 3 hours and 45 minutes in the High mode. In an emergency situation, you have 145 hours of operation at 10 lumens. The IPX-68 rating is for waterproofing, dust, and sand protection.

Fenix HP15 LED Headlamp (discontinued)

Primary Applications: Outdoor adventures such as mountaineering, searching, hunting, and caving.

Need immediate high-lumen access? This headlamp reaches 900 lumens and 584 feet with the push of one one button. You get 4 brightness modes PLUS an SOS mode. The HP15 is powered by the commonly found AA alkaline batteries. In addition, you have the option to operate using Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. This makes this headlamp a prepper favorite. Placing the external battery pack on the back of your head creates a balances wear.

Fenix HL10 LED Headlamp (discontinued)

Primary Applications: Home use, general maintenance tasks, reading, walking, running.

This 2016/2017 ISPO Winner is a must to have around the house or in your pocket. The HL10 headlamp can be used as a detached hand-held flashlight or a functional headlamp. Also, the beam is adjustable from spotlight to flood. The three output modes are 70, 30, 4 lumens—maximum runtime of 24 hours. This light-weight, waterproof headlamp is budget friendly but carries some serious performance.

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