Here, in our humble opinion, are the 4 best Aimpoint sights for the money:
Aimpoint Micro T-1
The Aimpoint Micro T-1 in the answer to the demand for a miniature tactical optic for close quarters battle. In close quarters, the weapons should be small and lightweight and maneuverable. These weapons are often smaller and micro-optics serves a dual purpose. First, they take up very little space, and second, they are extremely lightweight and do not bog down the optic. The Aimpoint Micro T-1 is the tactical variant of these small optics and is designed for submachineguns, short barreled shotguns, and carbines.
The T-1 is very lightweight, at only 3.7 ounces it is hardly noticeable as an addition to your weapon. The T-1 uses a wide 4 MOA red dot to catch the shooter’s eye with ease and make the reticle easy to view regardless of the light conditions. The T-1 has 8-day time settings and 4-night vision settings. The Aimpoint is compatible with nearly every modern night vision optic on the market.
The Aimpoint T-1 is submersible up to 80 feet and is tough as nails. Although this optic is smaller than the usual Aimpoint, it’s just as tough as the larger models. The T-1 is shockproof and uses nitrogen purging to prevent buildup of internal fog. The Aimpoint T-1 is a remarkably small and effective optic, and it’s easily one of the best Aimpoints for the money.
Aimpoint Pro Patrol Optic
The Aimpoint Pro Patrol optic was designed for police departments who could not afford the standard Aimpoint M4s. The Pro Patrol optic can be considered the entry level Aimpoint optic, but the Aimpoint Pro Patrol is still one of the top of the line optics. The Pro Patrol is capable of lasting for three years on a single battery and is always ready to go. The device can be used continuously for years without issue.
The Pro Patrol is equipped with an integral Picatinny or Weaver mount, and can be attached to a rifle right out of the box. The Pro Patrol uses a 2 MOA reticle and a 30 mm objective lens. The 2 MOA reticle provides a small and precise dot for easy close range encounters, and precise shots when things get extended. The 30 mm objective lens gives a wide field of view and the unlimited eye relief allows the user to mount the optic nearly anywhere.
The Aimpoint Pro is compatible with Aimpoint magnifiers and several off the shelf third party magnifiers. The Aimpoint Pro is very simple and easy to use optic with minimalist controls and an extremely simple reticle the Pro takes very little training to learn to use. The Aimpoint Pro is a superb optic that lives up to the famed Aimpoint reputation at sometimes half the price of the standard Aimpoint M4S. It’s likely the best Aimpoint sight if you’re on a budget.
Aimpoint M4S
The Aimpoint M4s is the flagship of Aimpoint’s line. The Comp M4s represents nearly 30 years of refinement and technological innovation from the very first Aimpoint optic. The Comp M4 is what was adopted by the U.S. Army and proven itself in both the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. One of the main selling points of the Aimpoint Comp M4S is its simplicity. The Comp M4S consists of a single control that both turns the optic on and off, as well as adjusting the brightness level.
The Aimpoint M4s is capable of lasting up to 5 years on a single battery. This means the optic doesn’t really ever need to be turned off. The M4S uses a simple and widely available double A battery. The M4S features a lower mounted battery compartment that makes more efficient use of space and provides a small overall profile for the optic. The Aimpoint M4s has 16 different brightness settings, 9 for daylight, and 7 for use with night vision optics.
The Comp M4s is not only compatible with night vision optic, but with Aimpoint’s and a variety of magnifiers. The Comp M4S weighs only 11 ounces and comes complete with a compact rail-mount compatible with both Picatinny and Weaver rails. Want the best Aimpoint sight period? This is it.
Aimpoint H-1
The Aimpoint H-1 optic is a departure from Aimpoint’s standard operations. Aimpoint has long been a company dedicated to building tactical optics, optics for military and police. Aimpoint decided to reach out and expand their catalogue by designing the H-1 solely for hunting. From day one the intended goal of the H-1 was to accompany the hunter in the field and to outfit a wide variety of different weapons.
The H-1 is designed for long guns, handguns, and even bows. This includes short range optics like shotguns, cross and compound bows, as well as high-powered heavy revolvers. The optic is designed to make shots more precise with the graceful and light bow and arrow, all the way to the brutal, hard hitting revolver. The H-1 is rated to take the heavy recoil by these large weapons and is tough as nails.
The H-1 can be submerged to fifteen feet, which is deeper than most puddles the majority of hunters will encounter. The H-1 uses a 4 MOA red dot that has 13 different daylight brightness settings. The Aimpoint H-1 runs off of a single battery and can last over 5 years on a single battery. The H-1 is the perfect hunter’s companion, regardless of the weapon it is mounted on.
Conclusion
Aimpoint has a wide variety of different optics, and they have constantly updated and upgraded their optics throughout the years. Finding the best Aimpoint sight is not difficult; simply narrow your view to what objective you are trying to meet, and there is an Aimpoint red dot for you. Good luck.
