First Look: Fenix HM55R RENEGADE Headlamp

Every brand aims to have a well-rounded, do-it-all option for the equally well-rounded, do-it-all outdoor enthusiast. Still, it’s rare to hit the nail on the head quite as well as Fenix does with the HM55R RENEGADE Headlamp. This versatile triple-LED headlamp is big on features and small on size, providing powerful, long-lasting light in a small package.

Well-Rounded Specs with Impressive Power

The spec sheet for the HM55R RENEGADE looks a bit like someone pasted the features of several different headlamps onto one page, because few headlamps pack all of this good stuff into one punch. Plus, its compact size, simple strap, and 3.7-ounce weight—not ultralight, but far from heavy—make it a comfortable, packable way to get more power and function at this size and price point (under $75). And you can choose from three colors: black, orange, and green.

Light for Every Kind of Night

The RENEGADE features three distinct lighting modes with 10 settings, each offering something unique. The distance-focused Spotlight mode includes four brightness levels, while the Floodlight and Red Light functions each have three. You’ll find the right kind of lighting for whatever you need, from cooking at the campsite to spying far ahead on the trail during early morning or late-night missions.

Each level has something to brag about. Turbo—the highest Spotlight setting—puts out an impressive max brightness of 1,200 lumens with a beam distance of 574 feet, perfect for targeted tasks and rare to find in such a small, nonspecialized lamp. Meanwhile, at its lowest Floodlight setting, the RENEGADE provides up to 120 hours of runtime, helping you conserve battery life on multiday backpacking and hunting trips. And fans of red light lamps will be especially stoked—with a max of 70 lumens and a beam up to 43 feet, the Renegade’s red light works as a true substitute, preserving night vision and taking care not to disturb wildlife (or your camping buddies).

The handy battery level indicator helps you know which modes you have the juice for, and the large side switch is designed to operate easily with gloves—dawn-patrol ski tourers, rejoice—as you switch between modes and settings. The unique colors—orange and olive green—help your headlamp stand out in a dark tent or blend into a lush forest. And to top it all off, its IP68 waterproof rating and two-meter impact resistance ensure durability for your toughest missions on and off dry land.

Versatile, low-bulk, and a high performer in all environments, the HM55R RENEGADE Headlamp is ready to adapt to—and illuminate—whatever’s ahead.

Fenix Lighting is the official US distributor of Fenix products. Fenix has earned its reputation for manufacturing some of the best high-performance lights on the market through its proven track record of innovative design and a focus on durable construction. While flashlights are their core product, Fenix’s headlamps, lanterns, and bike lights are also highly rated and well-constructed. With regular improvements to existing lights and a steady stream of new products, expect only the most high-performing, user-friendly, and brightest lights from Fenix Lighting.