Field Guide
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12 exact configurations priced at or below $250. Compare options for your budget by brand and optic format.
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A red dot, an LPVO and a conventional scope at the same price are not interchangeable. Start with the format and mounting requirements you need, then compare the exact reticle and configuration.
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Compare the dot or reticle format and mounting interface before buying. An unmagnified sight and a fixed-power prism are different formats, not interchangeable scope configurations.
CVLIFE JackalHowl Red Dot Sight 2MOA Auto Off and Motion Awake Red Dot
Model: AAJ00071100
$72.29
SHOPat CVLIFE
1–4x24 · Second Focal Plane · Dual Illuminated BDC
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
EZshoot 1-4x24 LPVO Rifle Scope, Second Focal Plane with Dual Illuminated BDC Reticle
Model: APK90261100
$83.59
SHOPat EZshoot
1–6x24
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
CVLIFE EagleFeather 1-6x24 LPVO Rifle Scope with 30mm Cantilever Mount - BDC
Model: APK90011100
$109.99
SHOPat CVLIFE
1–8x24 · Red/Green Illuminated BDC
A 1-8x24 low-power variable with a red/green illuminated BDC reticle. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements. Price checked Nov 10, 2026.
EZshoot LPVO Rifle Scope, Red/Green Illuminated BDC Reticle, 1-8x24
Model: APK90121100
Price checked Nov 10, 2026.
$119.99
SHOPat EZshoot
3–9x40 · Second Focal Plane · Non-Illuminated V-Plex
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Vortex Crossfire II 3-9x40mm Rifle Scope, 1in Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Hard Anodized, Non-Illuminated V-Plex Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 12.2in, 14.8oz, CF2-31005
Model: CF231005
1x25 · Red 2 MOA
Compare the dot or reticle format and mounting interface before buying. An unmagnified sight and a fixed-power prism are different formats, not interchangeable scope configurations.
Vortex Crossfire II 1x25mm 2 MOA Reflex Red Dot Sight, Bright Red, Black, 2.60in, 4.37 oz., CF2-RD2
Model: CF2RD2
4–16x50
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
CVLIFE EagleFeather Illuminated Holographic Hunting Rifle Scope - Green
Model: AAR00061100
3 MOA Red Dot · 3x Magnifier
A motion-awake 3 MOA red dot packaged with a 3x magnifier. Compare the mount height and eye relief. Price checked Nov 10, 2026.
EZshoot Motion Awake Red Dot and 3X Magnifier Combo, 3MOA BDC Optic
Model: AAJ00211100
Price checked Nov 10, 2026.
$141.99
SHOPat EZshoot
1x20 · 2 MOA
Compare the dot or reticle format and mounting interface before buying. An unmagnified sight and a fixed-power prism are different formats, not interchangeable scope configurations.
SIG SAUER ROMEO5 Gen 2 Reflex Red Dot Sight, 1x20mm, 2 MOA Red Dot, Black, SOR5101
Model: SOR5101
$149.49
SHOPat OpticsPlanet
Red 3 MOA
Compare the dot or reticle format and mounting interface before buying. An unmagnified sight and a fixed-power prism are different formats, not interchangeable scope configurations.
Vortex Venom Enclosed Reflex Micro Red Dot Sight, 1x, 3 MOA, Black, VEN-MRD3-E
Model: VENMRD3E
$174.49
SHOPat OpticsPlanet
3–9x40 · Second Focal Plane · Dead-Hold BDC MOA
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
"Vortex Crossfire HD 3-9x40 mm 1 in Tube Rifle Scope, Second Focal Plane, Dead-Hold BDC MOA, Black, 12.5, 16.2oz, CFR-3901"
Model: CFR3901
$179.00
SHOPat OpticsPlanet
Compare the dot or reticle format and mounting interface before buying. An unmagnified sight and a fixed-power prism are different formats, not interchangeable scope configurations.
EZshoot Enclosed Solar Red Dot Sight 2 & 46MOA for ACRO
Model: APF01611100
$203.99
SHOPat EZshoot
5–25x56 · First Focal Plane · Zero Stop
A 5-25x56 first-focal-plane scope with zero stop and side parallax. Sold at EZshoot. Price checked Nov 10, 2026.
EZshoot 5-25x56 First Focal Plane Rifle Scope with Zero Stop, Parallax Adjustment
Model: APK01161100
Price checked Nov 10, 2026.
$208.99
SHOPat EZshoot
2 MOA Dot & 32MOA Circle
Compare the dot or reticle format and mounting interface before buying. An unmagnified sight and a fixed-power prism are different formats, not interchangeable scope configurations.
Holosun HS507C-X2 Reflex Red Dot Sight, 2 MOA Dot & 32MOA Circle Reticle, Black, HS507C-X2
Model: HS507CX2
$232.99
SHOPat OpticsPlanet
4–12x40 · Second Focal Plane · Non-Illuminated Dead-Hold BDC
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Vortex Diamondback 4-12x40mm Rifle Scope, 1 in Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Hard Anodized, Non-Illuminated Dead-Hold BDC Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 12in, 14.2oz, DBK-04-BDC
Model: DBK04BDC
$234.49
SHOPat OpticsPlanet