Category Optics & Scopes

There's lots of red dots. Learn the different types, why they rock, and our top picks based on real-world use with a tons of guns and thousands of rounds. (Read)

We lay out our favorite scopes and red dots designed for rimfire rifles. From competition to plinking, come see what we recommend. (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)

Find the best AR-15 scopes & optics for your budget and use. From red dots to magnifiers, prisms, holographic, and scopes. (Read)

We take the Vortex Spitfire Gen 2 3X and 5X for a test drive to see how these two prism optics do at close and long range shooting. (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)

Looking for a spotting scope? Not even sure you need one? We hands-on review some of the most popular with tons of view-through pictures. (Read)

We take a look at some the optics commonly found among military units in the U.S. Come see what red dots, LVPOs, and prisms soldiers prefer. (Read)

Find out the best sniper/precision rifle for you at all price points. We'll cover important aspects such as caliber, action, and recommended models. (Read)

A good scout scope is almost perfect for multiple purposes and ranges. We hands-on test some of the most popular with videos and view-through images. (Read)

Prism scopes right for you? We cover the Pros & Cons plus hands-on pictures and view-through video for a few of the most popular models out right now. (Read)

We take a hands-on look at the Primary Arms PLx 1-8 LVPO to see if this scope's features should earn it a place on your rifle. (Read)

From hunting to home defense to micro compact carry guns, see which Holosun red dot models you need on your favorite guns. (Read)

You still need to aim with a shotgun. Here are our favorite upgraded shotgun sights from ghost rings to red dots and even some rifle slug scopes. (Read)