Best binoculars on Reddit
176 reviews from r/Binoculars, r/birding, r/Hunting and 9 more subreddits
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#1
Nikon
4.2
(41)
"I have a pair of Nikon Aculon A211 10x50 and I love them."
"I couldn't recommend the Nikon Binoculars 4X10D CF more highly."
"The best set of Nikons or Vortexs you can afford would be a good place to start."
"Top of the line is $2k+ USD."
"Amazon.com : Nikon Trailblazer 8x25 ATB Roof Prism Design Waterproof Fogproof Binocular with Multilayer-Coated Lenses and Smooth Central Focus Knob, Black (Renewed) : Electronics"
"If you choose a Nikon, check their refurbished site."
"It has a nice big FOV and clear and bright image."
"I’m a big fan of Nikon Monarchs."
"They are great and moderately priced."
"I did a ten day cruise in May to the inner passage. I brought my pair of Nikon Monarch 7 8x42. They were great for the trip."
#2
Vortex
4.4
(34)
"Vortex warranty is rock solid and I love the products."
"The Viper 10x50 is amazing way above the diamondback when it comes to clarity."
"I use my Vortex Diamondback HD binoculars as beaters, without worry."
"Vortex Diamondback HD, just bought a pair, glad to see others making the same recommendation."
"Vortex Diamondback is the only of those that I have used and I think they are a great value."
"Second Diamondback HD for the warranty"
"I just got the vortex diamondback HD binoculars and they're great."
"The Diamondback HD is a good start in your budget."
"Reach out to vortex. Their diamondbacks are great quality and affordable."
"Vortex optics makes good quality products with an amazing warranty!"
#3
Celestron
3.9
(19)
"Fantastic IMO."
"Your best bet."
"Celestron’s nature DX are superb Binos that stand up against much pricier ones."
"They were good for the price I paid."
"The outland x are great value for the money."
"I strongly suggest parros as they internally reflect light 1 less time."
"Have seen the Celestron Cometron 7x50 recommended."
"Start with a pair of Celestron Cometron 7x50 first and figure out what you actually need before dumping a ridiculous amount of money."
"For starting out, Celestron Nature DX are a good option."
"Celestron Nature DX 8x42 and 8x32 are viable options."
#4
Opticron
4.5
(8)
"8x32 Opticron traveller bga ED has the widest fov."
"Opticron Oregon 4 PC Oasis 8x42 has surpassed the Nature DX as the best optics for <$160 bins."
"To my eyes, they are the best <$200 bins I’ve ever handled."
"The Oregon 8x42 is clear and bright, well built with 22mm of eye relief."
"Opticron Savanna WP, Adventurer T WP and new Discovery SP lose a bit of aperture but might be more comfortable to use."
"IMO, if $150-$175 is your budget cap, Opticron Oregon 4 PC Oasis 8x42 would be a better pick."
"They are pretty bright and clear for a sub $200 pair of binoculars."
"They’re clear and bright with 22mm of eye relief."
#5
Pentax
4.3
(8)
"The Papilio is a clear favorite."
"For nice quality binoculars in your budget and with good close focus distance, I'd suggest the Pentax Papilio 6.5x21."
"Not cheap but these binoculars have the right magnification and great eye relief."
"Always being recommended/reviewed as a brilliant low cost binoculars."
"The Papilio is a cool reverse porro design."
"I'd recommend the Pentax AD 7x32 ED."
"Pentax Papillio are pretty nice in my opinion. I like reverse porros at that price point."
"A good first bin at an appropriate age might be a Pentax papilio. Kids like 'em because they can focus up to ~18 inches, just as good for looking at bugs as for looking at stars."
#6
Oberwerk
4.5
(4)
"Oberwerk are the clearest and the best collimated binoculars that I have found."
"$1,000 quality in the mid $300’s. These are some of the only ones out there that work for an abnormally wide IPD of 72mm."
"Or the smallest Oberwerk model?"
"2 options that punch well above their weight are Oberwerk and Svbony."
#7
Kowa
4.0
(4)
"I found them solid, especially if they’re still $400"
"How about a Kowa YF II."
"I'd recommend these Kowa 6x30 YF II."
"I have the Kowa YF and am very happy with them."
#8
Swarovski
4.7
(3)
"With that budget, yep swaro is way to go."
"Swarovski makes amazing glass."
"The best would be from Swarovski, Leica or Zeiss. But they are costly."
#9
Canon
4.7
(3)
"The best 10X binoculars will be the Canon 10x30 IS or even better the Canon 10x42 IS."
"I’d recommend some flavor of Canon IS binoculars, I have 2 pairs, one is 15 years old and still going strong."
"Stabilized binos are recommended for better zoom."
#10
Svbony
4.7
(3)
"These are my go to recommendation for under 100 bucks."
"Great for bird and wildlife."
#11
General
4.0
(3)
"For general use, 7 to 10 x magnification."
"8x42 is a better size for wildlife."
"I’ve looked through them once and was very surprised and pleased by them (8x42)."
#12
Leica
5.0
(2)
"If money is no object, Leica makes amazing glass."
"Leica makes some of the most rugged binos on the market imo"
#13
P7 8x30
4.5
(2)
"They are awesome. They have a wider fov than 8x42."
"Very happy with this purchase."
#14
Leupold
4.5
(2)
"Think they are worth 2x the Vortex I paid for them"
"They do the trick for me."
#15
Hontry
4.0
(2)
"I bought one and it's exactly like the $55 Hontry UHD 10x42s I also own."
"I actually bought THREE of these for around $25 apiece."
#16
Nikon Prostaff P7 8x30
4.0
(2)
"Nikon Prostaff P7 8x30 is on sale in the US and should me"
"8x30 will work both for daylight and nighttime under dark skies."
#17
Nikon Monarch M5
4.0
(2)
"The Nikon Monarch M5’s have received good reviews and comments."
"Think I am between the Nikon Monarch M5 and Vortex Diamondback HD."
#18
Tasco
3.5
(2)
"A pair of Tascos would be decent quality and reasonably priced."
"Here are three from Tasco. Not known for the best binoculars but the 8x25 weights 9.6 oz, may be manageable."
#19
10x50
5.0
(1)
"I have a pair of 10x50s and a pair of 20x80s and I use them both constantly."
#20
Eschenbacher
5.0
(1)
"Binoculars were a game changer for me in wildlife photography."
#21
YF
5.0
(1)
"I can definitely recommend the YF."
#22
Zeiss Conquest HD 10x42
5.0
(1)
"Bright sharp image, good field of view, fast focus."
#23
Nikon Monarch 7
5.0
(1)
"You can't go wrong with either."
#24
Vortex Viper HD
5.0
(1)
"You can't go wrong with either."
#25
Nikon Monarch M7
5.0
(1)
"Consider 8x42 to get the 5mm exit pupil which could be brighter in lower light conditions."
#26
Zeiss Conquest HD
5.0
(1)
"Rated best binoculars under $1000."
#27
Bushnell Spectator Sports 8x32
5.0
(1)
"These are professional grade and allow you to see the play."
#28
GPO
5.0
(1)
"Think they are worth 2x the Vortex I paid for them"
#29
Opticron Oregon 8x42
5.0
(1)
"I have a pair of Opticron Oregon 8x42’s that provide a clear and bright view."
#30
Zeiss
5.0
(1)
"Would consider the discontinued Zeiss Conquest HD, would consider the 8x32 as it is the best one in this model."
#31
SVBONY
5.0
(1)
"These are excellent. Punch way above their weight and not overly expensive"
#32
Vortex Triumph HD 10x42
5.0
(1)
"I opted for the Vortex Triumph HD 10x42 binos, about $80 and they are awesome."
#33
Swarovski Curio CL
5.0
(1)
"Swarovski Curio CLs are about $800 but are incredible quality and tiny."
#34
Athlon 8x42
5.0
(1)
"Yes, the Athlon 8x42 are amazing - albeit a little bulky."
#35
Bushnell
4.0
(1)
"Both really good brands in general for binoculars."
#36
Nocs
4.0
(1)
"They have a good product and a really solid warranty."
#37
P7
4.0
(1)
"The 8x is better all around."
#38
Celestron Trailseeker ED 8x42
4.0
(1)
"Mind the 'ED' in the name."
#39
Kowa YF II 6x30 or 8x30
4.0
(1)
"Should I buy Kowa YF II 6x30 or 8x30?"
#40
Vortex Diamondback 10x42
4.0
(1)
"Keep an eye on sporting goods store sales. End of hunting seasons, often some good deals to be had."
#41
Pentax Papilio
4.0
(1)
"Common suggestions for an economical compact include the Nikon TraveLite series or Pentax Papilio series."
#42
Adasion
4.0
(1)
"Adasion 15x56 UHD Binoculars for Adults."
#43
Nikon TraveLite
4.0
(1)
"Common suggestions for an economical compact include the Nikon TraveLite series or Pentax Papilio series."
#44
Pentax 8x25 AD WP
4.0
(1)
"Pentax 8x25 foldable AD WP aren’t bad."
#45
Maven 7x28
4.0
(1)
"Maven 7x28 have great colour IMO."
#46
Vortex Diamondback HD 8x32
4.0
(1)
"In your price range, consider the Vortex Diamondback HD 8x32."
#47
7x50
4.0
(1)
"7 x 50 are a good size with good wide field which looks awesome."
#48
Nikon Aculon A30 10x25
4.0
(1)
"I also have a pair of Nikon Aculon A30 10x25 which I bring when I travel."
#49
SvBony
4.0
(1)
"Consider the SvBony SV202."
#50
Gosky
3.0
(1)
"Is this Gosky one a decent option for 62 euros?"
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