Fenix HM61R V3.0 vs Petzl Actik Core
Quick take: The Petzl Actik Core costs $2 less; the Fenix HM61R V3.0 is brighter (1,800 vs 625 lm); the Fenix HM61R V3.0 throws farther (195m vs 115m); the Fenix HM61R V3.0 runs longer on high (268 vs 2 hrs).
| Spec | Fenix HM61R V3.0 | Petzl Actik Core |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $89.95 | $87.95 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | Headlamp | Headlamp |
| Lumens | 1,800 lm | 625 lm |
| Candela | 0 cd | 0 cd |
| Beam distance | 195m | 115m |
| Runtime | 268-300 hrs (max) | 2 hrs (high) |
| Battery | 18650 | Built-in |
| LED | Luminus SST40-GEN2 + OSRAM 1414 CRI90 + Red | Not named by the maker |
| Beam type | Balanced | Balanced |
| Modes | Spot + Flood + Red (11 modes) | 3 Stepped + Red |
| UI | Simple | |
| IP rating | IP68 | IPX4 |
| CRI | 90 | |
| Weight | 5.9 oz (with battery and headband) | 3.1 oz |
| Dimensions | 4.1 x 1.5 x 2.0 in | — |
| Warranty | 5 Year | 5 Year |