Fenix HM61R V3.0 Rechargeable Headlamp vs Nitecore NU20 Classic 360
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Multi-function rechargeable headlamp with 1800 lumens. 168g with battery and headband. 2-in-1 removable design works as handheld light
Full details →Ultralight headlamp under 2 ounces with 360 lumens output, 500 mAh battery, and USB charging. Best value ultralight headlamp option at $25.
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Fenix HM61R V3.0 Rechargeable Headlamp vs Nitecore NU20 Classic 360: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Nitecore NU20 Classic 360 wins — at 37 g it is 130 g (78%) lighter than the Fenix HM61R V3.0 Rechargeable Headlamp (167 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest lighting page, or browse the full gear weight database.