Experts recommend Vortex Optics Viper HD more than Vortex Optics Crossfire HD
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Vortex Optics Viper HD over Vortex Optics Crossfire HD, but both Binoculars have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Vortex Optics Viper HD received 3 recommendations: from money.com (18 Dec 2022), OpticsMag (3 Jan 2024) and Forbes (14 Jun 2024). By contrast, Vortex Optics Crossfire HD received only 2 recommendations from Space Exploration and Astronomy (17 Dec 2024) and Digital Camera World (18 Dec 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Binoculars | money.com  | OpticsMag  | Space Exploration and Astronomy  | Wirecutter  | T3  | Digital Camera World  | Task and Purpose  | GearJunkie  | Forbes  | BestReviews  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | - | $489 |  Vortex Optics Viper HD The Vortex Optics Viper HD binoculars are highly praised for their optical quality, comfort, and durability, making them a reliable choice for outdoor activities such as birdwatching, hunting, and nature observation. | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 6 | - |
| 18 | - | $169 |  Vortex Optics Crossfire HD The Vortex Optics Crossfire HD binoculars offer exceptional optical quality, comfort, and durability, making them ideal for outdoor activities such as birdwatching, wildlife observation, and stargazing. | - | - | 7 | - | - | 4 | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 17 Dec 2024 Space Exploration and Astronomy ranked Vortex Optics Crossfire HD as #7
Rank Binoculars Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 13 Vortex Optics Crossfire HD Best mid-range model: The pair you need if a wide field of view and a good sturdy build quality top your brief... ... ... Source: www.space.com - On 18 Dec 2024 Digital Camera World ranked Vortex Optics Crossfire HD as #4
Rank Binoculars Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 10 Vortex Optics Crossfire HD Best all-round binoculars for viewing multiple subject types... ... ... Source: www.digitalcameraworld.com - On 18 Dec 2022 money.com ranked Vortex Optics Viper HD as #2
Rank Binoculars Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 5 Vortex Optics Viper HD Best in Durability... ... ... Source: money.com - On 3 Jan 2024 OpticsMag ranked Vortex Optics Viper HD as #1
Rank Binoculars Comment #1 out of 10 Vortex Optics Viper HD Best Overall... ... ... Source: opticsmag.com - On 14 Jun 2024 Forbes ranked Vortex Optics Viper HD as #6
Rank Binoculars Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 6 Vortex Optics Viper HD Best Binoculars For BirdingSource: www.forbes.com
After counting and adding up the 84 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Vortex Optics Viper HD outranks Vortex Optics Crossfire HD. This is not to say that Vortex Optics Crossfire HD is a bad option. Like Vortex Optics Viper HD, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Vortex Optics Viper HD outranks Vortex Optics Crossfire HD by 16 positions. This indicates that, as of 10 Jan 2025, Vortex Optics Viper HD is more critically acclaimed than Vortex Optics Crossfire HD.
| Rank | Change | Price | Binoculars | money.com | OpticsMag | Space Exploration and Astronomy | Wirecutter | T3 | Digital Camera World | Task and Purpose | GearJunkie | Forbes | BestReviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $184 |  Celestron Nature DX ED The Celestron Nature DX ED binoculars offer high-quality optics, durability, and a balance between weight and size, making them a versatile option for outdoor activities such as birdwatching, wildlife viewing, and stargazing. | - | - | 13 | - | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| 2 | - | $489 | Vortex Optics Viper HD The Vortex Optics Viper HD binoculars are highly praised for their optical quality, comfort, and durability, making them a reliable choice for outdoor activities such as birdwatching, hunting, and nature observation. | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 6 | - |
| 3 | - | $1399 |  Canon 10x42 L The Canon 10x42 L binoculars are highly recommended for stargazing and wildlife observation due to their good optical quality, 10x magnification, 42mm objective lenses, and durable construction. | - | - | 1 | - | 7 | 2 | - | - | - | - |
| 4 | - | $83 |  Celestron Outland X The Celestron Outland X binoculars are highly praised for their optical quality, lightweight design, and durability, making them a reliable choice for outdoor enthusiasts. | 3 | - | - | - | - | 10 | - | 2 | - | 5 |
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Expert reviews [9]
Total expert reviews: 9
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 9
Expert reviews [16]
Total expert reviews: 16
- with a score: 1
- without a score: 15
| Highest score by OutdoorGearLab | 96 |
| Average score based on 16 reviews | 96 |
| Lowest score by OutdoorGearLab | 96 |
Score distribution:
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From Seller:
- 10x magnification & 50mm objective lenses, these Crossfire HD binos are optimized with select glass elements to deliver exceptional resolution, cut chromatic aberration and provide outstanding color fidelity, edge-to-edge sharpness and light transmission.
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From Seller:
- 10x magnification and 42mm objective lenses, the 2018 Viper HD is a high-end, full-size yet compact binocular that is suited for any hunt. An easy-to-grip, rubber armored chassis with perfectly placed thumb indents provides superior ergonomics.
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