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Optics: the best budget picks

3optics guides from our Outdoor Recreation & Camping department. Each shows its top pick and budget pick with typical prices.

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Best budget binoculars
Top pickTriumph HD 10x42~$99–$150
Budget pickAurosports 10x25 Folding Compact~$29–$30
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Best budget monocular
Top pickVortex Solo 8x36~$119–$170
Budget pickCelestron Nature 10x25~$48–$77
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Best budget spotting scope
Top pickAthlon Talos 20-60x80 (angled)~$140–$200
Budget pickSVBONY SV28 25-75x70 (angled)~$63–$121
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About these prices: typical ranges from our research. Prices change often; the "Check price" button on each guide shows today's price at the retailer.