Category Optics & Scopes

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)

Is a low power variable optic like the PA 1-8x for you? We hands-on review it for reliability, durability, box test, glass quality, price, and more. (Read)

Which high-end optic is truly beefy? We test Trijicon, EOTech, Aimpoint, Sig Sauer optics for water submersion, thermal drift, drop testing, and bullets. (Read)

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)

1-6x scopes are perfect for almost anything. We have some of the most popular in-hand and tested through years of competitive use. Find out our best picks through several price points. (Read)

Crazy durable, clear glass, insane battery life, and large field of view. We love the Trijicon MRO and we hands-on test it for everything that matters. (Read)

Want the fastest acquisition in low light? We hands-on review 6 of the most popular green & red lasers for brightness, zero, ergonomics, price, and more. (Read)

We cover all the best rifle scopes, from low power variable optics to hunting, prism, scout, long distance, and more. View-throughs and video for each. (Read)

Need a (literally) bomb-proof optic? Trijicon's military favorite fixed-magnification ACOG is the answer. Find out why...plus the perfect model for you. (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)

Not sure which EOTech model to get? Cut through the confusion by answering a few questions and you'll find out the perfect hologrpahic sight for your task. (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)

Forget long and short actions. We hands-on test the Howa 1500 Mini Action in .300 BLK for several months and there's only one thing we don't love. (Read)