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Best Binoculars of 2024



Best Overall
PRO ISSUE 8X42



Best Monocular
FIELD TUBE 8X32



Best for Kids
STANDARD ISSUE 8X25


Best Overall
PRO ISSUE 8X42


"We’re not going to lie, it wasn’t easy choosing to have the Pro Issue 42 mm push the Nikon Monarch M5 out of the top spot. But in the end, it was the extended field of view, as well as the close focus range and overall adaptability between activities, that sealed the deal for us."

Best Monocular
FIELD TUBE 8X32


"The Field Tube quickly found its way into our daypack and it hasn’t left since. That was partly because it’s compact enough to fit in a water bottle pocket, and monoculars are easy to dial in and track something out in the field. There’s no need to adjust the width to get both eyes comfortable. You just pick your preferred eye and move the focus knob."

Best for Kids
STANDARD ISSUE 8X25


"Our kids loved how lightweight and easy they were to use. A little goes a long way with the focus knob, but it’s not so sensitive that people of all ages will struggle to use them. We loved how easy they were to clean because little kid hands are always grubby and grimy. Based on their waterproof construction, you could dip them in the ocean and wipe them down with a towel. Easy peasy."


