1500–2999 Lumen Fenix Lights
If you only want to buy one light, it will probably come from this page. Between 1,500 and 2,999 lumens you get enough power to light a whole yard or trail, in a size that still rides on a belt or in a jacket pocket. The PD35 V3.0 and PD35R ACE are classic one-light picks, and the HM60R V2.0 is our default headlamp for long Canadian winter evenings.
One light for most of the year
The PD35 V3.0 runs on an 18650 or two CR123A cells and covers everything from the dog walk to a roadside flat. The PD35R ACE steps up to 2,000 lumens and 380 metres of reach. For something lighter around the house, the E06R Pro packs 1,600 lumens into a slim built-in-battery body. The list also includes the CL28R lantern and the BC28R and BC26R bike lights, so check the type before you compare numbers. Our winter lighting guide covers cold-weather use.
The size and heat trade-off
Most lights here run on a full-size 18650 or 21700, so they are longer and heavier than keychain models. The flat E06R Pro is the exception, reaching 1,600 lumens from a built-in cell, but a small cell has less in reserve for long stretches at the top. Whatever the size, a turbo burst builds heat and the light steps down to protect itself and the battery; that is normal, not a fault. For sustained output on a large property, look at the 3000–9999 lumen range, or line models up in our compare tool.
Fenix LD45R
Digital Focusing Outdoor Flashlight
A 2,800-lumen rechargeable flashlight with a 480-meter beam, OLED display, and digital focusing.
Fenix BC28R
Smart Control Bicycle Light Combo
A 2,500-lumen smart bike light combo with a 180-meter anti-glare beam and a wireless tail light.
Fenix WT26RM
A 2,500-lumen magnetic work light pairing a 362-meter spotlight with a high-CRI floodlight.
Fenix HM65R V2.0
Multiple-Light-Source Magnesium Headlamp
A 2,200-lumen magnesium headlamp with separate spot, flood, and red beams and a USB-C rechargeable cell.
Fenix CL28R
Rechargeable Lantern With Color Adjust
A 2,000-lumen rechargeable lantern with cool-to-warm color dial and power-bank output.
Fenix PD35R ACE
Multi-Mode Tactical Flashlight
A compact 2,000-lumen rechargeable flashlight with a 380-meter beam and seven programmable modes.
Fenix HM61R V3.0
Multifunctional Rechargeable Headlamp
A 1,800-lumen multipurpose headlamp with dual LEDs (spot + high-CRI flood) and a magnetic tailcap.
Fenix PD35 V3.0
High-Performance Tactical Flashlight
A 1,700-lumen flashlight with a 357-meter beam, dual switches, and 18650 or CR123A power.
Fenix E06R Pro
Three-Light-Source Dual-Switch Control Flashlight
A slim 1,600-lumen flashlight with white, UV, and red laser light sources in one body.
Fenix E06R Pro RG
Three-Light-Source High-performance Flashlight
A slim 1,600-lumen flashlight with white, red, and green laser light sources in one body.
Fenix HP25R V2.0
Rechargeable Work Headlamp With Ultra-Long Runtime
A 1,600-lumen rechargeable work headlamp with dual beams and 400-hour runtime.
Fenix HM70R
Triple Light Source Rechargeable Headlamp
An all-metal 1,600-lumen headlamp with white, neutral white, and red light sources.
Fenix HM70R + E03R V2.0
Triple Light Source Rechargeable Headlamp + E03R V2.0 Keychain Light
An all-metal 1,600-lumen triple-source headlamp with a free 500-lumen E03R V2.0 keychain light — limited-time combo.
Fenix HM60R V2.0
Outdoor High-Performance Metal Headlamp
A 1,600-lumen all-metal headlamp with spot, flood, and red light modes.
Fenix CL27R
Spot-And-Floodlight Multifunctional Outdoor Lantern
A 1,600-lumen rechargeable lantern with dual spot and flood beams and rotary switch control.
Fenix BC26R
Ultra Bright Rechargeable Bicycle Light
A 1,600-lumen rechargeable bike light with a 169-meter beam and quick-release mount.
Fenix HM65R-T V2.0
Lightweight Magnesium Trail Running Headlamp
A 1,600-lumen lightweight magnesium trail running headlamp with dual LEDs and 300-hour runtime.
Fenix E08R UE
Multiple-Light-Source Dual-Control Flashlight
A slim 1,600-lumen flat EDC flashlight with adjustable white spot/flood, red light, 520nm green laser, and a six-effect Scene mode.
Frequently asked questions
- Which light here is best as a single everyday flashlight?
- For most buyers, the PD35 V3.0 or PD35R ACE. Both are 18650 flashlights that come with a holster, rated at 1,700 and 2,000 lumens, and Fenix lists both as able to run on two CR123A cells, a handy long-storage backup. The PD35R ACE charges through a hidden USB-C port in the light. If you prefer a smaller body with a built-in battery, the E06R Pro is a good alternative.
- Is a 1,600-lumen headlamp too bright?
- Not if it has good lower modes, and these do. You will spend most of your time on low or medium for camp chores and close work, and save the top output for scanning a trail, a snowmobile route or a worksite. Headlamps like the HM60R V2.0 and HM65R V2.0 are designed for exactly that range of use.
- Why are lanterns and bike lights mixed in with flashlights?
- This page groups products by maximum output, not by type. A 2,000-lumen lantern like the CL28R spreads light across a whole campsite, while a bike light like the BC28R is shaped to light the road ahead of the rider. Compare models within the same type, or use the product type labels to narrow the list.
- Do I need a 21700 battery to get this much light?
- No. Several lights here reach this range on a single 18650, including the PD35R ACE and HM60R V2.0, and the E06R Pro uses a built-in battery. Lights like the LD45R and HP25R V2.0 use a 21700, which is larger and stores more energy, so they generally hold their output longer between charges.
