Optics & Red Dot Sights

Expert-tested red dot sights, scopes, and magnifiers from top manufacturers

Holosun HS515CM
Best Overall Pick

Holosun HS515CM

Best Overall - Solar backup, 50,000 hr battery, shake awake

9.3
Sig Romeo5
Best Budget Pick

Sig Romeo5

Best Budget - Reliable performance with unlimited warranty

8.7
Aimpoint PRO
Best Low-Light

Aimpoint PRO

Best Low-Light - Night vision compatible, 30,000 hr battery

9.2
Trijicon MRO
Best Premium

Trijicon MRO

Best Premium - Combat proven, crystal clear optics

9
Holosun AEMS
Best Innovation

Holosun AEMS

Best Innovation - Enclosed emitter, no lens fouling

9.1
Primary Arms SLx MD-25
Best Value Premium

Primary Arms SLx MD-25

Best Value Premium - Lifetime warranty, excellent glass

8.6
Vortex StrikeFire II
Best Mid-Range

Vortex StrikeFire II

Best Mid-Range - VIP warranty, red & green reticle

8.4
Holosun HS503C
Best Compact

Holosun HS503C

Best Compact - Solar backup, lightweight design

8.3
Aimpoint Micro T-2
Best Professional

Aimpoint Micro T-2

Best Professional - Military grade, 5+ year battery

9.8
EOTech EXPS3
Best Tactical

EOTech EXPS3

Best Tactical - Holographic sight, fast acquisition

8.9
Leupold Freedom RDS
Best Traditional

Leupold Freedom RDS

Best Traditional - American made, lifetime warranty

8.2