The Springfield Saint AR-15 is a great entry-level AR-15 that is easy to use and customize. It’s perfect for sporting or home defense with high reliability and some furniture and trigger upgrades that set it apart from other budget AR-15s.

The Springfield Armory Saint AR-15 is a decent entry-level AR-15. It’s easy to use and can accept accessories like lights and lasers. It’s ideal for home defense or range days without totally breaking the bank.

Stag Arms has long been a champion of left-handed shooters, being one of the only companies to make true left-handed AR-15s. However, their lineup includes both standard right-handed guns as well, and the Stag-15 Tactical combines solid features to make a solid rifle. The 16-inch barrel uses a 1:9 twist, the gun is equipped with Magpul furniture and a lightweight M-LOK handguard, and a mil-spec trigger, charging handle, and standard A2 flash hider are present. This is an everything you need, nothing you don’t AR that is ready to fill most roles.

The Colt Enhanced Patrol Rifle is the next evolution of Colt’s classic LE6920 patrol carbine. Updated features include a full-length M-LOK rail with QD sling attachment points, a Bravo Systems B5 stock, and Magpul MBUS Pro backup sights. A 16-inch 1:7 twist barrel, A2 flash hider, and mil-spec controls keep everything else simple. Those looking for both the Colt name but with a few modernized features may be interested in this patrol carbine.