Best Crossbow Scopes in 2022

The UTG 4×32 1” Crossbow Scope is built specifically for your crossbow and looks the part. It tips the scales at a trim 12.3 ounces and features a 1” high quality aluminum main tube. The lens is 32mm so you get a nice wide field of vision and is designed to be parallax-free up to the practical limit of most crossbows which is about 50 yards. While magnification is fixed at 4x this is not a problem given the constraints of the crossbow. Overall clarity is top-notch and won’t fall apart past 40 yards and you won’t have to worry about this crossbow scope fogging up on you on those damp and dank October days.

The UTG 4×32 crossbow scope is that rare combination of high quality and low price. What you get for less than a hundred bucks is a tough, precision scope that’s rainproof, shockproof and fogproof and sites easy out to 100 yard plus; though you won’t be worrying about that with a crossbow. The fixed 4x magnification will suit your crossbow needs just fine while the red and green brightness can be adjusted to your personal preference quickly and easily. It’s not a crossbow scope without some flaws (the reticle is not the best in the business) but for the price you’ll be hard pressed to find better.

The CVLIFE 3-9×40 Optics R4 Reticle Crossbow Scope is a fantastic option for a range of unique environments and scenarios that always ensures your aim is true and accurate. The multi-coated lens delivers a superb 95% light transmission that delivers 300% more of the visual light spectrum. For this reason, you’ll find it’s one of the most effective tools for low-light environments, but it’s also equally suitable for daytime use, too.

The color-accurate picture is also a result of this, and regardless of rain, fog, mist, or dusty, you’ll still have a clear image of your target no matter what elemental issues may try to dissuade you from using your crossbow today.

The Vortex Optics Crossfire II is another superb option for those who enjoy hunting in low light environments. It boasts a quality V-Brite reticle besides the oversized objective that allows users to take shots from heavy cover with the confidence that they know exactly where the target is, even if they can’t see it without the scope.

It’s also comfortable on the eyes thanks to its forgiving eye box and long eye relief that eases strain and pressure to keep your head in the game and prevent exhaustion and fatigue setting in, especially when you’ve been sitting in one spot for far too long. This eye box also allows you to quickly get your sight in the picture to acquire your target, while the fast focus functions allows easy reticle focusing in a flash.

It may not be classically American-made like other options, but you shouldn’t discount the Hawke Sport Optics Vari-Speed Crossbow Scope just because of where it came from. This Best of British construction delivers fantastic results and spectacular performance with 11 layer fully coated optics that brings you fantastic clarity even in the worst conditions you’ve ever experienced.

Furthermore, the 1-inch monotube chassis is exceptionally robust, which is exactly what you want from any crossbow tool. You can trust it to survive a range of expeditions through mud, rain, sleet, and snow, and it will still be fully functional for when the good weather rolls around for you to enjoy. The design makes it suitable for a range of conditions and also can cope with a heavy recoil that other scopes might struggle to manage.

Pinty Illuminated Optical crossbow scope. Pinty is a registered trademark of Banyan Imports and while the extremely attractive price might make some worry that the scope itself isn’t up to snuff you should be pleasantly surprised by the feature set of this crossbow scope. With 3x-9x magnification you’ll have no problem zeroing in on your prey and with 5 levels of brightness you won’t have any trouble discerning it from the background either. The wide 40mm lens makes short work of dim lighting conditions and with up to 3 1/4 inches of eye relief safe operation is a breeze.

The Pinty Illuminated Optical Telescopic Scope is a fine crossbow scope at an attractive price. It’s not one you’re going to take into competition with you but for duck hunting and other common forms of crossbow-related activities it should serve you well and truly. With adjustable elevation and windage and a ¼” MOA to work with you’ll get a nice clean shot every time. Just keep in mind that with a crossbow scope like this proper maintenance is crucial so don’t forget to clean it well after each outdoor excursion.

Trijicon isn’t playing games with their crossbow scopes. They make some of the best, most durable and effective rifle scopes on the market. Scopes that have seen extensive service in the Afghan and Iraqi theaters and elsewhere. So one can be excused for approaching this TR23 AccuPoint with high expectations. And to almost no one’s surprise the TR23 meets or exceeds those expectations. This is perhaps the best crossbow scope for low light; one that presents you with a crystal clear target that isn’t compromised from forward emissions from the illuminated reticle. If pushing the envelope with your crossbow is something that interests you, you need to give the TR23 serious consideration.

If there’s one aspect of the TR23 AccuPoint 5-20×50 crossbow scope that’s going to cause a lot of archers to hesitate it’s the price. Make no mistake, this scope will set you back more than a thousand dollars so you need to decide just how serious you are about pushing the performance envelope on your horizontal bow before you take the plunge. Should you do so however you’ll be richly rewarded with perhaps the best overall scope you’ve ever used. There’s plenty of eye relief as you might expect, although that’s not as big an issue for the crossbow as it is for high caliber rifles and the body is rugged anodized aluminum that provides a weatherproof shell. You’ll be a little lighter in the wallet after purchasing this scope but you’ll also maybe the best illuminated crossbow scope around.

Trijicon makes another appearance on our list because this is after all a “best of” list and you’re going to be hard pressed to find better scopes than the ones produced by Trijicon. That said the TR24 AccuPoint 1-4×25 Dual-Illumination scope is another winner from Tijicon that will easily adapt to your crossbow and provide you the same advantage enjoyed by world class marksmen. One of the things that separates Trijicon from the competition is without a doubt the peerless edge to edge clarity you get from the TR24 (and their other scopes as well) as well as the precise focus achieved via the multi-focus eyepiece.

It’s hard to find fault with the Trijicon TR24 AccuPoint crossbow scope. It allows for easy adjustment of all relevant variables, is built like a brick you-know-what, has a high level of waterproofing and the clarity of the optics is something to behold at 1x or 4x magnification. The multi-coated lens keeps reflections from interfering with your process and the 6061-T6 hard-coat anodized aluminum shell will stand up to whatever you can throw at it. There’s 3 1/5 inches of eye relief and you can drop this puppy into a puddle or a stream up to 10 feet deep without causing any problems. As with the Trijicon TR23 you’re going to pay a premium for performance but the TR24 crossbow scope will deliver for you without fail time and again.

The Birmingham Small Arms Company, better known as BSA, have been producing high quality optics for more than 2 decades. Their 3-12×40 Sweet 17 Scope is designed for rifles but adapts easily to your horizontal bow. When used as such it’s a versatile, no-nonsense crossbow scope that doesn’t waste any time acquiring the target and presenting it to the RGB illuminated reticle for your consideration. Like any good crossbow scope it’s water and fogproof and made from high quality aluminum that will stand up to years of use.

The 12x magnification may be more than you need for scoping a duck from 20 yards but it’s nice to know it’s there. All in all there’s a reason the Sweet 17 from BSA is one of the more popular scopes on the market because it’s both an outstanding rifle scope that will help you zero in on that varmint from 200 yards and an outstanding crossbow scope that will help you bring down that duck at 40 yards without blinking an eye. Optics are clear and crisp and there’s no chance of scoping yourself with the incredible 4 inches of eye relief.

MA3TY isn’t one of the biggest brands in the crossbow industry. Honestly, before writing this article, we had never heard of them before. But since they put a well-priced and well-specced scope on Amazon, we had to check it out. Now, it’s worth mentioning that this scope has over 200 product reviews (most of them super positive), which is a big deal for a small company like this. At the very least, it tells us that customers are generally satisfied with this scope. 

First, we’ll get some of the stats out of the way. It offers 1.5 – 5X zoom, adjustable speed from 300FPS to 425FPS, a 32mm objective lens, and a tube diameter of 30mm. The entire length of the scope is 210mm (8.84”) and it comes with a universal mounting system. One of the main reasons for buying the MA3TY 1.5-5×32 Crossbow Scope is the multi-coated optical system. Designed for a variety of bolts, point weights, and velocities, it provides corresponding aiming points out to 100 yards. 

For beginner crossbow hunters, the TRUGLO Crossbow 4X32 Compact Scope provides an affordable and easy-to-use way to improve your aim. At this price, you can’t expect world-beating performance but we were really impressed at what it does have to offer. For example, it features a full-coated lens that provides amazing brightness, clarity, and contrast. Even in difficult conditions, it’s easy to see your target. You can also use the special range finding and trajectory compensating reticle to hit targets further away. 

The scope features a rubber eye guard with four inches of eye relief, making it comfortable to use. And it’s made from one piece of aircraft quality aluminum, making it durable, scratch-resistant, and weatherproof. On top of all that, it comes with a limited lifetime warranty to protect your purchase.