Category Optics & Scopes

Find the best AR-15 scopes & optics for your budget and use. From 1x red dots to magnified scopes, plus recommended mounts, accessories, and backup sights. All tested in-hand by us. (Read)

Looking for the best red dot for your pistol? We cover the most popular models and their pros/cons, slide compatibility, and bang-for-the-buck-ness. (Read)

Want a scope catered to your .300 Blackout round? We cover 6 of the best red dot, magnified optic, and prism scopes with the ideal .300 dropoff. (Read)

Want the best micro red dot? We hands-on review the Trijicon SRO for a lot of rounds downrange to see if it's better than the Trijicon RMR. (Read)

Are Swamp Fox's new red dots worth the move from established brands? We hands-on test their Liberator & micro Kingslayer to find out. (Read)

Looking at holographic sights? We bought the most popular ones and tested them for months to find our winner. Complete with real views and videos. (Read)

A good scout scope is perfect for most 3-Gun competitions, and will allow you to shoot dynamically at a variety of ranges. Here's the best of the best. (Read)

Need a rock solid optic for your go-to rifle? We review the Aimpoint PRO with plenty of rounds down range. Plus accuracy testing, remounting shift testing, and torture testing with a hammer. (Read)

Need a scope that auto changes its reticle based on range? The future is now with Sig Sauer's BDX line of scopes. We hands-on test one and wow it's awesome. (Read)

Looking for a new red dot? We hands-on test Sig Sauer's made-in-Japan Romeo 3 and 5 with lots of rounds, some freezing temperatures, and water submersion. (Read)

Looking for an affordable scope? The Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6x might fit the bill. We hands-on review it for clarity, robustness, worth-it-ness, and more. (Read)

Have a red dot or holo and want to reach out? We bought the most popular 3x magnifiers and tested their clarity, eye relief, mounts, and bang-for-the-buck. (Read)

Want to get the max accuracy out of your Ruger 10/22 rifle? We cover 5 of the best scopes made for rimfire rifles at a variety of budgets. (Read)

Not sure which type to get? We cover everything from technology to field of view, acquisition speed, reticles, power, durability, and more. (Read)