There are a number of benefits of shooting with red dots, especially with tactical firearms like the AR-15. With the ever-growing popularity of shorter-barreled AR-15s in the form of AR pistols, there comes a demand for smaller red dots for closer encounters. There are surely no limits on the number of options, but what are the best red dot sights for AR pistols?
1. Holosun HS503CU
Holosun optics are quickly growing in popularity because they provide exceptional quality and value. The Holosun HS503CU is a red dot sight that runs off a solar charge with a battery backup. It features a 2 MOA dot and with a 65 MOA circle for fast and accurate target acquisition. Further, 0.5 MOA adjustments allow you to dial this optic in and the unlimited field of view gives you a good picture of what’s around you.
Features and Specifications
- Magnification: 1X
- Objective size: 20mm
- Reticle: 2 MOA dot with 65 MOA circle
- Adjustment: 0.5 MOA
- Brightness settings: 10 daylight, 2 night vision
- Runtime: 20,000 hours using circle at setting 6, 50,000 hours using dot at setting 6
- Weight: 3 ounces
- Solar charge battery
2. Trijicon MRO
When most shooters think of high-quality indestructible optics, they think of Trijicon. Trijicon has earned a well-deserved reputation among military and law enforcement personnel for making dependable optics for adverse conditions. The Trijicon MRO is an excellent choice for AR-15 rifles and pistols with its 2 MOA dot and 25mm objective. It offers up to a year of battery life with continuous use and eight illumination settings. Additionally, 0.5 MOA adjustments let you sight in the rifle for different loads and distances.
Features and Specifications
- Magnification: 1X
- Objective size: 25mm
- Reticle: 2 MOA green dot
- Adjustment: 0.5 MOA
- Brightness settings: 8 illumination settings
- Runtime: 1 year of continuous use at day setting 3 (setting 5 of 8) at 70°F
- Weight: 4.1 ounces
3. Leupold Freedom RDS
For those with longer-barreled AR pistols who want to stretch out to farther distances, the Leupold Freedom RDS would be a good option. This optic combines a 34mm objective with a 1 MOA dot and 1X magnification, making this great for close and mid-range shooting. Additionally, the red dot features eight brightness settings and is completely waterproof. Leupold optics are well-known in the industry for making high-quality optics, and the Freedom RDS is no exception.
Features and Specifications
- Magnification: 1X
- Objective size: 34mm
- Reticle: 1 MOA red dot
- Adjustment: 0.25 MOA
- Brightness settings: 8 illumination settings
- Runtime: 1,000 hours at brightness setting 4
- Weight: 7.2 ounces
4. EOTech XPS3-0
EOTech is another household name that has become synonymous with quality. The EOTech XPS3-0 holographic weapon sight features a 65 MOA circle with a 1 MOA aiming dot. It has 1X magnification and an unlimited field of view, allowing you to make those accurate shots with your AR pistol, even at close ranges. It is also waterproof to 33 feet and has a fogproof sealing. There is even a night-vision compatible version that will work with night-vision magnifiers to allow you to easily shoot at night.
Features and Specifications
- Magnification: 1X
- Objective size: 0.85 inches (~21.5mm)
- Reticle: 65 MOA circle with 1 MOA dot
- Adjustment: 0.5 MOA
- Brightness settings: 30 settings with scrolling feature (10 settings for night vision)
- Runtime: 600 continuous hours at nominal setting 12
- Weight: 8 ounces
5. SIG Sauer ROMEO-5
Ever since SIG Sauer got into the optics business, people have begun to take notice. The SIG Sauer ROMEO-5 is a compact red dot sight with a 2 MOA dot and 20mm objective. Additionally, it has eight daytime brightness settings and two night vision settings. It is waterproof and fogproof, and features a side-loading battery compartment so you do not lose your zero while replacing the power. It also has 40 MOA windage and elevation adjustments to keep your shot on target in all conditions.
Features and Specifications
- Magnification: 1X
- Objective size: 20mm
- Reticle: 2 MOA red dot
- Adjustment: 0.5 MOA
- Brightness settings: 8 daylight, 2 night vision
- Runtime: 40,000 hours
- Weight: 5.1 ounces
- MOTAC motion-activated illumination
6. Aimpoint Micro T-2
The Aimpoint Micro T-2 is the lightest and smallest optic on the list at three ounces. It utilizes a 2 MOA aiming dot and has 1X parallax-free magnification for quick hits at close range. Additionally, it incorporates ACET technology that allows for 50,000 hours (over five years) of constant operation on one battery. The red dot sight features reinforced turrets for ruggedness and advanced optical lenses for improved light transmission. The Micro T-2 is also waterproof to 80 feet and comes with flip-up lens caps.
Features and Specifications
- Magnification: 1X
- Objective size: 18mm
- Reticle: 2 MOA red dot
- Adjustment: 0.5 MOA
- Brightness settings: 1 off position, 4 night vision, and 8 daylight — one extra bright for use with laser protection glasses or in bright desert sunlight
- Runtime: ACET technology allows 50,000 hours of constant operation
- Weight: 3 ounces
7. Aimpoint PRO
The Aimpoint PRO is a time-tested and proven design that has been serving shooters for years. It features a 2 MOA dot for fast target acquisition, and is water and shock resistant for outstanding durability. Additionally, the Patrol Rifle Optic has 10 brightness settings and a non-magnifying parallax-free optic. With over 30,000 hours, over three years, of battery life, this optic is perfect for self-defense applications.
Features and Specifications
- Magnification: 1X
- Objective size: 30mm
- Reticle: 2 MOA red dot
- Adjustment: 0.5 MOA
- Brightness settings: 4 night vision and 6 daylight, including 1 extra bright
- Runtime: 30,000 hours continuous at setting 7
- Weight: 11.6 ounces
Conclusion: Red Dots
There are a number of factors you should consider when choosing a red dot optic, and choosing one for an AR pistol incorporates different criteria. However, if you choose any of the red dot sights on this list, you’re sure to hit your mark.
Do you like shooting with red dots? What are your favorite red dots for your AR pistols? Let us know in the comments below!
Editor’s note: This post was originally published in April of 2021. It has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and clarity.
Why no love for the Holosun 510C?
My S&W M&P AR15 needs a red dot!
I’ve had the Romeo 5 on my AR12 for two years now and have put approximately 1,000 rounds through it. Dead on accuracy every time! Great sight for the money. Will be getting my first AR15 this year and I’m going to try a vortex strikefire 2.
Why no love for the Trijicon Reflex RX30? I love it on my AR pistol in 300 Blackout.
Excellent review!
Larry Welling is our winner! Thanks to everyone who entered and best of luck for the next giveaway.
– Editor
I have a Vortex red dot that I swap between my AR and a pistol. It would be nice to have a dedicated red dot so I don’t have to keep swapping sights and resighting.
Would love to win a red dot. Thanks.
I think that Holosun would look great on my AR9 pistol
Can’t go wrong with any of those picks, nice article.
Would love a red dot to complete my 300 blackout build with a 10.5” barrel
Let’s get lucky once looking actually to red dot my host HK 22lr I just picked up & chances of winning slim regardless will still be grabbing 1 of these MUST HAVES
Can’t wait to look down range through my new Holosun HS503CU.
I feel enclosed red dots are better because you don’t get all kinds of debris in it.
Would love to have this on my pew pew…really
Nice review of some great Red Dots!
Luck me a red dot! 😂
I love my Bushnell Trophy TRS-25. But that Holosun would be a nice upgrade
Excellent choices. Any one of these would be a welcome addition
More great reviews!
Thanks for you articles.
Nice giveaway thank you
Great article (as always) on red dots. Love the blog and CTD site. Great deals and awesome support for the shooting sports.
Would like to win!!
Thank you
Sig Romeo 5 for the win baby.
I have 2 Holosun HS403GL sights, and they are awesome. I’m really looking forward to the Shake Awake feature on this 503CU.
Currently building my first AR! So happy to get into this wonderful hobby! A red dot would be something new to me! Thanks for the amazing article!
EOTech. Great info, thanks CTD. Looking for red dots for a couple of my pistols as well, would like to see an article for those as well. Love CTD
Good info, thank you. AR’s pack a lot of motion with a trigger pull. Whatever optical device is chosen, make sure it can take a punch or you will spend half of your time adjusting things.
Those all look like great choices. I appreciate the input as I am about to start a 300 Blackout pistol build.
Aimpoint
Love the Romeo 5
I’m a new gun owner, and with prices for ammo so very high I’m looking for a way to improve my actuary without spending a fortune. Someone suggested that a red dot would help. Does anyone have any other suggestions for a new gun owner?
Very impressed with the Holosun red dot.
Would love to rock a Holosun 🤙🏼
Would definitely like to try a red dot on my AR.
Never used a red dot on my AR but I would like to try one.
The Aimpoint Micro T2 features are really appealing to me for home defense:
*Waterproof (54″ of rain per year in Florida)
*50000 hours (My Hiram only ran 100 hours)
*Reinforced turret Locks it down (so does not get dinged off target)
*Smallest and lightest (easiest to draw from concealment)
I would rate it #1 but I am far from the sharpshooter that the Holosun and others appeal to.
I would love to give a good red dot a run on my ar 6.8mm
Thanks for allowing me to participate in the drawing. Love going on the website and seeing new sales and new stuff coming out. Hope I’m the lucky chosen one.
All great choices!
The XPS-3 would be nice, but the Holosun would work well too.
Picked up a Crimson Crace and a Romeo5 to put on a couple of my carbines, I like them both. I am thinking about a Holosun 507 for my handgun.
I NEED THIS FOR MY AR
Good infos there! Still hard to make a choice.
Love the MRO
Would put this on my CCU
You’re the winner! Sending an email with instructions to confirm your prize.
– Daniel
Would be a great addition to a new build I’m in the middle of !!!!!
I have used Sightmark Ultra for the last 10 years because I just can’t afford a new and nice one. It’s simple and was cheap, but has done the job the last few years. I can say I’m definitely in need of a NEW red dot. Any of the above mentioned would be better than what I currently have and be a huge blessing is I win.
The Holosun is great because of the solar charging capabilities. It is outstanding because of the great field of view and its ability to dial in your shot to accurately put rounds down range. Great recommendation.
I would love to have this site, like everyone else. Would like to compare it to the vortex viper.
I could use that.
Would look fantastic on my new AR!!!!
This is an excellent article, especially considering the number of new players in the red dot game. Thank you CTD!
This would make an awesome gift for the hubby!!!
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Wow! The technology advances in sights during my lifetime have been amazing. My old Savage .22 is a real tack driver!
Just finished my 10.5 build. Would love the optic to top it off.
Waiting for my new 80% receiver so I can build aAR pistol. This article was very timely. Would be great if it had approximate prices for the featured RDSs.
Waiting for my new 80% receiver so I can build a pistol. This article was very timely. Would be great if it had approximate prices for the featured RDSs.
A very informative review, now my only problem is which one I want. Thanks
Thanks for the info it can be hard to gather correct info on products.
Good to know I have a Sig Romeo and in the process on a new project. So will be shopping for something soon.
I have the Romeo 5 and it is very nice
Red dots are great, but don’t forget about having iron sights as back up. As the saying goes 1 is none and 2 is 1 when SHTF!
Very informative. As a owner of one that made the list and one other that didn’t I now have an easier choice for my next optic. Thanks!
All look like great options, thanks for the info!
When you need it you can’t wish you had it!!
Well if could only pick one EOtech would be my choice.
Very good info, all seem look like good options.
It seems as though the red dot sight is for a long a or can it be used on a handgun as well? Either way it would be a nice collection to add for the weapons you may have in stock. Nice pictures item .
Good information, thsnks.
They all seem legit, I do like the holosun charging feature.
All 5 are great
Cool article, thanks for giving away the highest rated red dot sight on your list.
Never had a red dot sight. Based on my research and the reviews online, the Holosun HS503CU red dot sight is very good but it is also very expensive. It would be my dream to have one on my new AR pistol that I just purchased. Make my wish come true. Stay safe and stay healthy!!!
I love my M21 for my AR, my favorite things about some optics is that they are solar, tritium, or fiber optic powered, it’s one less thing to worry about in an optic, and having a red dot for my C93 would be great. I appreciate and thank you for having this contest available, and the knowledge that is provided here. Thank you
I really like the Romeo 5 sight. It has a long battery life and stays at 0. I have it on my Gold cup .45 and it is easy to interchange between the .45 and my crossbow.
Yes Please
What I wouldn’t do for the holosun or the eotech. Not much I tell ya.
I would love to have one but could never afford a top quality red dot like this.
I have never used one of these but am looking to acquire one and if I were to win I would be the happiest guy on your list. Thanks for the chance..
Had to comment for the giveaway.
Nice list. I went with the Romeo5 for the price, reviews and Sig quality. It would be great to have another RDS so I can have one on each weapon.
Good article, Trying to pick one currently.
I love my Sig Romeo 5.
The holosun looks to be a great choice for fast short range shots, solar backup, 2 height settings, dot, or circle dot, price isn’t bad, I do wish it was made in the U.S.
All look like great choices. I would be happy with any of them.
Awesome info guess we will wait to see who wins it
Red dots are the best
I enjoy reading comparison articles on products that give ratings.
Thank you for the opportunity to win one also.
happen to be looking for a red dot option for a new caliber AR upper I just received, pleased to see this short article.
Good luck every one
Where were these when I was a kid? My son has the SIG ROMEO-5 and it’s sweet. The winner will really be blessed!
Great article — I look forward to your weekly articles on self-protection!
Hope to win the drawing — long time customer…
I could use this.
I would prefer to have the option for magnification, but inside 200 yards or so, 1x still works great.
Holosun without a doubt is a great option and knowing that they bought Sig Sauer and makes their optics is a bonus for the Sig Sauer red dot fans.
Very informative. I just aquired my first AR platform pistol and found this article very helpful with my search to dress my new pew-pew. Thank you.
I was just getting ready to purchase a red dot scope; your great and informative article couldn’t have come at a better time!! Thanks again, I hope I win so I don’t have to buy one!!
Great information. I’m going to pick up a sig tomorrow for my 9mm.
Great read. Need another red dot for my Banshee 300.
Great list and thank you for the giveaway
Red dot optics are great tools once you get used to them. Great recommendations!
Thanks for the review. This is helpful in choosing a red dot.
Holosun here I come.
Some of these red dots are inexpensive, which is nice.
I have the EOTech, Sig Sauer, and holosun! All are great optics and have performed flawlessly for me!
Always love your reviews. I personally love my Vortex red dot!
Cool sight!
Great read!
I wouldn’t mind having any of these.
It is such a shame too see aimpoint ranked lower than the other companies. They are definitely still rugged and ultra durable red dots.
But are lacking in red dot technologies like the other brands. I have personally found that for the value, the red dot technologies found in holosun products are truly amazing.
For me personally only holsuns red dots provide my astigmatism with a precise – rapid – and distort free view.
Otherwise the more expensive eotech is required for people with eye problems like me.
Great comparison. Hope I win
Glad I found this article. It contains a few red dots that wasn’t previously considering. I’ve built two AR pistols so far. One in .300 Blackout and the other in 5.56. One of these will prob make it atop my next pistol build. Anyone here tried the Romeo+Juliet combo?
I appreciate the articles that you guys post, keep up the good work
Have not yet tried a red dot sight, looking forward to it
The Leopold laser is great.
Great
Looks like a capable sight to augment any weapon with a rail mount
The EOTech profile is awesome.
I would love a holosun
Just got a AR pistol a week before the order—hate to say it but I knew it was coming. Now I just need to stock up on gear for it and this Holosun sight would be perfect
I am still new to using red dot sights and your article was very helpful to me. Thanks
Sign me up !
Great reading. Informative.
Always been an iron sight shooter but want to get into the red dot game.. Where to start??
Great article
I have recently purchased a Springfield Saint AR pistol. I have been doing extensive research and the Holosun would be a great addition to my growing arsenal.
Great write up
Looking for a site now. This was a big help in narrowing the field
I am surprised the Leupold Freedom RDS made the list. I haven’t seen many reviews giving the Leupold red dots positive accolades……..but, I haven’t bought one and tried it out, so can’t ay anything of help anyway.
Very impressed with the dollar value of Holosun’s offerings. Running one on my EDC right now.
Very Helpful article
Been looking for a dot for my AR. Good review.
Great info! Thanks for the chance to enter!
I’ve got a LPVO on my current rifle setup, but I’m thinking a RDS at 45 offset or picking up an AR pistol with an RDS would be far better for in case something goes bump in the night.
Great info. Thanks for the article
A good friend of mine has a Holosun and swears by it, I’ve always been a Leupold or Vortex guy, might have to make a switch!
All of these optics are great! My EOTech is yet to fail me.
Nice article with great information.
Trijicon would be my first pic, I would be happy to own any of them. Great reveiw.
Hard to pick from all of the battle tested units.
I go even smaller, like the Vortex Venom and the Trijicon RMR, but I would use any on the list.
Excellent article, especially cause I’m looking for a reliable, good red dot for my new AR. This helps a lot.
Nice red dots. Really like the solar power battery backup
I could use a red dot on my 300 blackout
Can not wait to try out the sections or red dot sights in the article
Mmmmm good. Everything Leupold makes is mmmm good.
Please help with the eyesight! Thank you!
All of those are good, so a hard review
I love reading lists like this, gives me a good place to start when looking into new products to buy. Thanks!
This list is very interesting. Based on this list I need to get a Holosun and try it out.
All listed are quality Red Dot Sights. I would love to get some time behind the #1 pick here.
Nice
Great article. I am now in the market for a new site this gives me great information and to read The different opinions that people have is great information. Awesome article.
I am currently in the market for a red dot and these are some that I looked at.
Looking for an optic for my new DDM4 PDW !!
Growing up with iron sites and being forced to learn to use them, it has been a revelation as to just how easy it is to teach young shooters to shoot using red dots. My six year olds enjoyment for shootings has went way up since I swapped out for a red dot.
I’d love to have a red dot on my AR
Thank you for the opportunity for a chance to win a red dot sight!
love the info and gave me some insight what to look for when purchasing my next red dot.
Happy to have any red dot unfortunately ammo is taking all my money right now
I would outfit any of these items on my AR!
Finishing my AP/Ballistic Adv 10.3″ 5.56 AR pistol build & am too cheap to run out & buy any one of these highest quality red dots, so thank you for the opportunity!!
I’m early in my AR building career. Thanks for the info.
The Chronical always has good informative articles! Even better now with a chance to win optics!
Nice to see the Romeo5 up there.
Sounds like the right fix for my ageing eyes!
Enter me please…….
Thanks
I have a Vortex on a 22/45 lite and it made it awesome. Quick target acquisition and dead on accuracy. Now if I had one for an AR platform..hmmm
Murica Baby!
They are all great red dots definitely a hard pick through the bunch but most definitely great choices.
Nice article.
Pick me!
Really like my Freedom RDS
Great article!! Would love to have any of them!!
Sometimes the internet robots bring you information and emails you don’t want or need.
Sometimes they bring you exactly what you were looking for. It’s creepy, sure, but this is a well timed article!
Stop stalking me Cheaper Than Dirt, you keep finding ways to get my money (just kidding, keep at it!)
That holosun would look great on my MK47 Banshee for sure.
That holosun would look great on my MK47 Banshee.
Love my Romeo 5 but the Holosun looks pretty good.
Most interesting and informative article on a current topic.
I think this would look perfect on my SKS!
I love the holosun red dot, I have one for my m4.
Awesome article! Thank you for the info and the chance to win!
This a nice article. Just getting into red dots, trying to find a good one. Plus the giveaway is nice.
Red dots surely do help accuracy with older eyes. Sign me up I can always use another.
This is a really nice red dot, would be a great addition! Thank you for the chance to win.
For use on a bugout gun I noticed The Holosun HS503CU is a red dot sight that runs off a solar charge with a battery backup.
This makes it better for situations where there is no grid to supply batteries.
Great article. I would have liked to see more holographic sights in here though. Gives a better perspective of what is on the market
I have the Aimpoint on my AR that I just purchased. It works nice but would like to compare it to something else. This is the first red dot scope I have used. Thanks for the info and the chance to win the Holosun.
I have a few red dots remember to shut them off the auto shut off is a nice feature. If I win I’ll have to buy another gun , dang!! I’ll work with you though.
I would love to win the scope.
Nice article. Thanks.
I could use a decent red dot!
Very interesting article and a nice giveaway
Solid List, I’d add no others. I love the Holosun, I had an opportunity to use a buddies, that is a well-build piece of equipment, I hope to own one.
I have the Romeo-5 married to a SIG Juliet3 3x Magnifier. I recommend this is you do not have the Holosun.
Pistol Platform: I use the Romeo-5, it co-witnesses to my flip-ups making it the perfect package for that platform. I quickly get on-target and follow-up shots are equally quick.
I can then take the Romeo-5 and magnifier and put it on my carbine and feel right at home. The magnifier co-locates to the Romeo perfectly making deeper target hits doable even in lower light.
A nice package.
I’ve currently got 3 romeo 5s but would absolutely love to have the #1 that you’re offering.
Great article. Thanks for doing the give away. My MK47 Banshee would love that sight
Thanks for the information and a chance to win. I’ve been a Cheaper than Dirt customer for a long time.
I’m leaning toward the purchase of the EOTech XPS3-0. Thanks for the information.
Thank you for the offer!!
Thanks for this rundown.
Good info, thanks for the opportunity to win high quality equipment?
All of these sights sound like good choices.
Thanks for the review and comparisons on the Red Dots. Always looking for the best fir when considering my next purchase.
Very nice article! Great Info
I just purchased a 5.56 AR pistol, I don’t have a red dot sight yet, and It would be hilarious if I won since April 19 is my birthday. Great article! Gave me some options.
I’ve used red dot, reflexive or Acogs during my military career. You have to appreciate the precision and accuracy of red dot sights. I have the perfect rifle for this red dot if I’m selected.
The Holosun HS503CU description states that it is unaffected by extreme weather conditions. Does that mean it is submersible??
I wouldn’t be upset if my name was chosen for the Reddot.
Love to have on my ar
For over 20 years I have used an Aim Point on my Red Hawk 44 Magnum revolver. While it is much larger than new units, it has never let me down
Great article.
Hoping to get my hands one.
All these manufactures are well known and great. Choice is a freedom to cherish.
Good information thank you
Nice information.
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Good article, thanks!
Great article! Thanks for the chance to win
Good article on the red dots, it helps me determine a good fit for my rifle.
I just received a romeo 5 and love it. Try’ed it on ar-9 long and short barrel with great accuracy, and reliability.
Thanks
stephan
Great review on quality red dots. Will save this for any future purchase.
Thank you.
I have a sig romeo 5 that i love! It would be awesome if i won the giveaway though!
Bushnell trs26 is low cost
The Holosun’s use of solar power is an interesting approach to extending battery life. I’m curious to see long-term reports of battery life in real-world use.
Great article guys, I appreciate all the reviews and diet cheap prices for your items.
Thanks for a chance to win
I would use any of the above-mentioned red dots on any of my AR or AK platforms. I currently own a Sig Romeo 5 and I love its versatility and features. I would love to win the Holosun and see how they compare. I have several rifles I’d like to try it out on. Great article filled with lots a of info to consider when I purchase my next red dot sight. Thanks.
Thanks for the evaluation of several red dots. I like the Sig the best.
I was looking for a Reddot for a 300 BlkOut build I was doing during the COVID lockdown, and everything was on backorder. I originally was looking for an AIMPoint or SiG but I finally decided to give HoloSun HS515CM Military Grade paired with the HM3X Flip to Side 3x Red Dot Magnifier QD Mount a try, and now I am a convert. Because of that build I have recently started to switch my other Reddots to HoloSun. The optics are very crispy and the nicest feature like some other have is that you don’t have to remember to turn it on or off as the optic powers on or off with movement. Great little dots with alot of features and quality built in for the money. It never has lost zero and is built to take a beating.
Wanting to be save up for the Romeo 5 but if I win, I can spend the money on other things for my build.
I am going to save up for a Romeo 5, but I will be happy if I could win the contest and spend the money on other things.
I have both the EO Tech and the Sig.
I love them both for different reasons.
I would love to win the Holosun to add to my new build. Please pick me!
Thanks for all the great informative articles!
Thanks for the excellent review of the top red dot sights. Nice to having them all in one location. Going to save this article for a future purchase.
I like the Holosun optics with the circle dots the best. They seem to be very rugged and reliable for their price points. The circle dots seem to tame the astigmatism “flare” issues I experience with standard dots. The circle really helps you find center and get on target quick. And they shut off and automatically, but ‘Shake Awake’ at the slightest movement, saving battery life, AND keeping you from forgetting to turn it on, should you need it IN A HURRY.
That would be perfect for my next build. Nice!!!
Been doing research on some of these, it’d be nice to own one
Good article.
Great list!
Great choices all around and very informative reviews to help shooters choose the optic that fits their requirements.
Nice choices
I don’t currently have a red dot sight on my AR 15
Great article, it was very informative.
Great selections. Prefer a red dot with solar option and back up battery. My choice would be the Holosun HS503CU.
Give me a red dot to test, I’ll find the defense weapon most suited for it.
Thanks!
Nice prices and info. And always like a good red dot giveaway.
I’ve used the Aimpoint PRO exclusively and find it to indeed be rugged and dependable. It is a bit on the heavy side, but its position still maintains good rifle balance. Having said all that, if I were to experiment, my choice would be the Holosun. I’ve seen many good articles and videos about it and would like to try it some day.
I guess with red dot, it’ll be me marking a target to shot or my cat to attack. Thanks
Real nice web site and love everything with it! Also tryna win this red dot sight to put on my new ar with the new fore grip I got on the website.
Just built my first AR and need to get a sight on it to supplement my magpul flip-ups. My buddy told me to get a Holosun, so this giveaway has perfect timing! But that Leupold and EOTech look nice too!
Its funny that this article came up because just today I was looking for a red dot to put on my Remington 870 for Turkey season.
Good info for when I buy again. No Hex data?
Sound great pick me
Hope I win.
Is the Romeo 5 better than the Holosun? All of the red dots sights look amazing. Hopefully I get to win one and try it out.
Really enjoyed the comparison. Great info!
Very interesting, I also like the give away.
I love my holosun red dot.
Good article. Thanks for always putting together good useable information.
Prefer an eotech but I’m not against a free optic.
I personally like trijicon, but honestly only because that’s all I’ve ever had experience with so far. That being said though, trust me when I say, I DO NOT MISS! LOL!
Timing is everything….. I’m starting my first AR build. Could use a red dot for it.
Nice red dots.
Red dots are very intuitive at close range
Great article. I have a different Holosun red dot on my 300blk and love it. I totally need one for my .223 build. Just couldn’t decide on what one I should get.
Great list. I’m still looking for a good red dot for my G2c
Good article very Informative hope I win
Nice little article. I have a number of Vortex sights mounted to my rifles, and getting ready to mount a Venom to my PMR-30.
I own both Sig & Holosun and recommended both.
I currently have a SS Romero 5. Outstanding red dot…..love the features! No issues….stays on zero!
Picked up an EoTech3-0 last year and never looked back, just wish it had the battery life my holosun has!
I personally have a Holosun and I love it!!
I love red dots! I wish holosun made a pick sight for girls!
Picked up an eotech xps3-0 last year, my favorite sight by a long shot, just wish it had the battery life that my holosun has!
I’ve been happy with my Romeo5. I really need a Holosun to compare it to.
Romeo 5 is a good choice, although I’ve never tried the others, it’s always good to know what options are out there.
Time to try one.
I like the fact that the Holosun also has the aiming circle. I think it helps bring the eye to the center quicker for me.
I don’t know anything about this but I hope to win!
This would be my first.
This was very informative! I’m excited for this giveaway, I just got my first AR so would be amazing to receive!!!
that holosun sure would look good on my…..
Would be so grateful to get my hands on a red dot for my Sig P320.
Just picked up a Kel-Tec sub 2000 any of these re dots would be perfect for it.
Would be awesome to win one. Just built my first AR and still looking for a red dot.
As always, great info on a relevant topic. I appreciate the fact filled read. Still, it’s hard to pick so, please, ease the pain and pick me.
Can’t go wrong with Trijicon. EOTech is good also.
Excellent list. I have the Romeo 5 on one rifle and the Holosun on another. Couldn’t be more happy with the both of them.
Nice for a quick acquisition. Appreciate the contrasts.
I like the solar back-up. I tend to run through batteries between uses.
Great informative Article. Fingers crossed on the giveaway, the red dot sight would look great on my new DB-9 AR-Pistol!
Just built my first SBR. Love the article and insight into what is out there for this type of system.
I put an Eotech on my KSG and went too a buddies place with a bunch of coworkers.and lost three screws too the shroud (it only comes with 4 . Ordered new ones but moved before I replaced them, now have no idea where they are.the surest way too find them is too order more.
This would be a great sight to win- thank you for the chance!
I’m an avid shooter and have to budget red dots which have served me well. Have wanted a leupold Freedom RDS one of the best rot dots you could buy. I’ve had seven back surgeries so it’s been pretty hard being out of work and trying to afford a quality red dot. I’m keeping my finger🤞
Thanks for the article tons of great information
I have been looking hard at tef dots, and i think this article has helped that decision. Tjanks.
these all look so cool good luck everyone really love pistol ARs 🙂
Great article! I’m looking to put a red dot on my pws, and was already leaning towards getting a Holosun.
I’m Reddy for one of these red dots….which one will help me hit the mark?
A red would go great with my 9mm pistol!
I like my Romeo 5, but would love to win.
I have been a Holosun fan for years now.
One of the clearest red dot systems for my astigmatism. I love the circle dot system.
Thanks for the insight.
I like most of the optics on this list! Hope I can win the Holosun!
Romeo,Romeo5,where art thou Romeo5.
None
Never had one in the service, but have one on my primary PDW.
I like my Romeo 5, easy to adjust and stays true
Nice article. All excellent choices.
I prefer the EOTech
Building a new AR for my daughter. This article made the choices on the red dot a little easier. Thanks!
Never tried a red dot. Think it would be a fun addition
My buddy has the Sig Romeo5 and loves it.
I’ve used this one and it’s great! Would love to have one!
I’m happy with what I have but im in it to win it
Just bought my first AR and I have been searching for the right red dot. Winning a free Holosun would be super clutch!
Helps with finding a good quality red dot. Nice read!
Thank you
I have a couple Romeo 5s in the ol Arsenal. I certainly have room in my heart for a Holosun.
I love my Holosun and trijicon optics. I have three of each. The newest additions are the Holosun 507kX2 and 509T.
I’d love to have that optic
I loved my holosun and trijicon optics. I have 3 of each and are very happy. Newest additions are the 507Kx2 and 509T
All great choices
Good article and I’d love to win the optic. My rifle is in dire need of it.
Would make a nice Birthday present for me, thanks for the chance.
All great choices. Would like to try them all!
I own 1Romeo 5 and 2 Romeo 4s. The Romeo 5 is a great sight with a good field of view and shake awake technology. Battery life is good with the cr2032. It’s been a solid sight and the warranty is fantastic. I would love to have an Aimpoint Pro or Eotech XPS3-0.
I’ve been trying to figure out which red dot I want for my AR pistol and this has definitely helped me narrow it down to some good choices.
I’ve been thinking of getting a red dot for my AR pistol and this has definitely helped me in trying to figure out which one would be the best for me.
Trijicon is worth every penny! Also pretty excited to try out the Romeo red dot.
I’ve never had a red dot sight before.
XPS 3 is the one for me
They are all good sights. I would really love the holosun sight for my ar 15 pistol.
I remember just before we deployed to Iraq getting boxes of Aimpoint M68 red dot sights and Trijicon scopes. I was like a kid in a candy store. Love a good Red Dot especially paired with a flashlight for room clearing.
The SIG Romeo 5 is a good red dot for the money. It also has an auto-off / auto-on feature (off after no movement after a couple of minutes, and automatically turns on when moved.
I’ve wanted to check out the Holosun flavor of red dots for awhile, they have great reviews.
Pick me please!!!! 🙏🙏🙏
I’m buying an AR pitstol next month and this would be an excellent start. My friend has a Holosun Red Dot and loves it. It takes a beating in the swamp and has held up better than anything twice the price.
The sig romeo 5 is great
I’ve been looking for a good red dot for my ar
I built one of my AR15s, buying a complete upper and a complete lower. It’s a bit of a stretch saying that I built it, but since I “put it together”, I going with “I built it”. LOL It is a pretty plain-Jane and any of the red dot optics would be a great upgrade. Great article and if I don’t win a free one, I will consider buying one of the ones in the article. Thanks!
This would look great on my ruger!
Good information in this article. I could use a good red dot for my last build. Have been through too many cheap ones to waste $$ on inferior products anymore. Like your recommendations.
I would like that trijicon sight for my .308 for different loads.
Awesome way to do a giveaway
Great sights. I would love to own one.
More articles like this. I really enjoye these weekly.
Thanks and I am now close to making a decision for my 300 aac pistol optic but winning one would be sweeter!
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good luck everyone
All nice picks, can’t go wrong with either. I have the Vortex strikefire2, been good to me so far. PICK ME!!
Wow. These are some awesome sights.
Aim point pro or trijicon would be my preference. I’d be happy with any of them at zero cost. They’d be great on my new DD AR pistol.
Best quality
Best selection
Best price
Can never go wrong with
Cheaper than dirt
Great article. Prices would have been welcomed.
Great article! I would be glad to have any of these!
Great review and thanks for sharing your knowledge
I put a Holosun on my Tavor…Would love to have one for my 7.5″ AR15 pistol
Sounds nice
Don’t have any of those listed, would love to give the Holosun a try.
I’m not sure how holosun tops trijicon or eotech. I hear they are the best, and see alot of guys using them. Personally I only have a sig Romeo 5. I’m just entering the world of guns. I will probably end up trying a holosun at some point. I have seen reviews that they are great for entry level shooters! Maybe I’ll win this one !
Good information
Good info
Very good article. I have a couple of cheaper red dot’s that I don’t use anymore. I will most likely try the Sig 5 in the future.
Thanks for the info!
As Borat would say, VERY NICE!! Hoping I can win the giveaway, but aren’t we all? lol God bless y’all
I currently have the Romes 5 and a Romeo 1. The above red dots are all nice. Thanks for the information and a entry to the Giveaway.
EoTech is the proven leader in red dot sight. I’ve carried the HGWS-2 for six years. Never lost ZERO!! and traveled across the country multiple times!! Awesome piece of Gear!
EoTech is the proven leader in red dot sight. I’ve carried the HGWS-2 for six years. Never lost ZERO!! and traveled across the country multiple times!!
I have a Trijicon RMR and just love it. I have a few others that I love also
I remember when Holosun wasn’t taken seriously in the optics industry … now look at em!
Would love to win any one of these red dots!
Good article..price comparison on each would make it a great article! Thanks for the insight.
I tried a laser sight on my gun and it just broke the solder connections inside it. So I’m curious if this red dot would hold up. It looks pretty cool though.
I love the Romeo 5 but your list left me salivating I am definitely going to do more homework I got some awesome ideas.
Red dot giveaway? Sweeeeet! Would be a perfect complement to my new AR!
A Res Dot would look good on my CZ Bren2 AR pistol.
It would be an awesome birthday present.
Great info, thank you.
Nice choices!
Very good info. I would love one. Especially free LOL
I don’t really care which one you would like to send me. I just hope our country can recover from the damage the looney bozo’s running our country are doing.
GOD BLESS AMERICA
Is this a red dot that the perpetrator can’t see? I need one like that.
Great article. I enjoyed it.
Great red dot break down. I’d love to win a new one for my AR!
Good list – I’m a big fan of the MRO!
Great info, does anyone know if these work for people with astigmatism?
I’m pretty good with iron sites, but would love a chance to use the red dot.
I never really considered using a red dot sight before. However, this post has me thinking about them.
Timely post, as I have been looking to purchase a new sight.
I’ve been trying to decide between the Sig Romeo 5 and something else. You might have moved the needle a little. Thanks for this info.
So far, I have used the Romeo5 on 3 of my rifles. I can’t argue with the options it provides or the price point. Very good article and glad to see the one I use is in that group. Please enter me in your contest. I hope to hear from you soon 😉.
Just bought my first AR, Great gun. In Desperate need of this.
Thanks for the reviews, Not to decide which one if I don’t win!
The solar powered options are interesting. Does the solar panel provide enough power to use the sight without a battery?
Could always put new good quality gear on my AR.
Good read, just built a pistol looking for a budget red dot.
Thanks for the great information and a great giveaway.
That EOtech sight looks sick. Love the article. Appreciate the info 🙌🏽
I’m in the market for a red dot sight. appreciate the info on top sights on the market.
Great article. Hope I get the freebie.
The holosun sounds like a great choice, solar charge with battery back-up!
I would love to get one of these for my AR. I have a cheaper one that is hard to zero in and stay. Also the battery is forever dieing
For the money the Romeo 5 is pretty good. I like it I have one one my AR pistol and my FX 9 as well.
Wow, would love to win one and put it through some workouts.
Thank you very much for the chance
I have always loved your site for the information as much as the quality products, but now you have definitely won my respect for not bowing down to biden and others trying to take away our freedom. I would love to win this for my husband since his scope just broke. (Not bought from y’all) 🙂
More Holosun models and Vortex models reviewed next time.
I like the Romeo 5. Definitely underrated. Great budget price.
Thanks for the article. I was looking to get a red dot. This is a big help.
Great post, even better give away with this Red Dot
I’ve heard pros and cons on all of them… EOTech being the best but definitely out of my budget. I’m shopping for 3 red dots currently so price has to be a major factor along with the quality of the optic.
I used a red dot in the military. I sure could use one now. Wink wink.
I’ve had my eye on the Romeo 5 for awhile but I can’t pass up a chance at winning a Holosun!
Hopefully, I’m picked before crazy Joe try’s to ban these too..
So glad we have good company’s out there that keep us informed. Haven’t had the opportunity to use a red dot yet. Scopes are not very easy finding the field through my glasses
The Holosun red dot is a great alternative to some of the more pricey micro red dots out there. The dot itself is super visible and it has multiple brightness settings.
I’m wondering how long the solar charge would last and how often one would need to get the gun out in the sun to keep the battery charged?
Free is the best.
Hilo sun makes a great optic.
Great article, and information. But, now I’m in a little bit of a quandary. I had decided to go with the HS503C for my standard AR in .223, and the HS510C for my Saint SBR in .300, but you didn’t mention the HS510. What am I missing?
I like the low profile of the eotech.
Great review of the top models. I really like the look of the sig
Nice offerings, sure wish ammo prices would get back to normal. Now with old eyes the AR red dots are starting to make my wallet quiver.
Always looking for another Red Dot. Pick Me!
I wish I can win this giveaway, I’ve never won anything before.
Very good review.
I have a couple of the Sig red and green dots and like them at there price range. Holosuns are really nice too. Would enjoy having the Holosun HS503CU on one of my firearms!!
I have the Trijicon on an A.R. .556 pistol and the Sig on another. Both are awesome examples of technology and efficiency. I’d love to have the Holosun and preview it along side the others I have. Thanks for the opportunity!
Good reviews and a chance to win the best!
Yes please
I currently run a SIG Romeo 5 on my AR pistol. It is a good all around optic with all the basic bells and whistles you could want in a red dot with a decent price point. I would say that with an astigmatism, that holographic red dots seem to have the best focal points with the least amount of bleed over on your target. I originally wanted a Holosun Paralow 503G, but they are somewhat hard to come by these days. My next purchase is going to be a EOTECH G33.STS 3x Magnifier to add to my rig. And I love the idea of solar back up for my battery!
I need a red dot!
Always enjoyed the Vortex sights.
I have an EoTech on a rifle, but presently have a Holosun red dot on a handgun. Most impressed with it.
Have several Leupold scopes and have been a fan for a while. All of these look like a great addition to an AR platform but solar powered is an interesting add on.
I love these thangs. Finally got my stimulus and got stimulated to buy one. My Lawd, it was mahvelous! Got that Romeo thing and fell in love with it. Had so much hemlock I decided to buy another. I also love the Holosun that can run on sun pow’r. What will folks think up next?
i need me a red dot!
I have only used one red dot sight before on a firearm that was not mine and it was an EOTech. It was amazing! I know the other brands listed are great as well but the EOTech was phenomenal! If only I could afford to buy one. I found the article and list to be a wonderful read!
Wonder why a Bushnell T-series wasnt included…..
Good article, thanks for the info!
Nice article. Looking for one to get.
Great article and extremely useful info.
Great article! I never considered using a red dot instead of a scope.
Nice selection. I’m looking for one for my TS12.
Great article,I really need a red dot hope I can win one thanks for the opportunity
Good Info. Like my EO Tech XPS2-0
All of these are good brands. Free is the best brand lol.
#1 is the best
Definitely a win win
All are nice. Sig Romeo will be my next purchase.
I would love to win a Red dot to go on my new Ar15
awesomescopes
Holosun RULES!!!
Helpful info for those who are looking.
Anyone of the red dot scopes would work for me but to win the best of mention I’m all in
I have been using red dot scopes on my muzzleloaders for years. My favorite is a Pro Aimpoint that I bought more than ten years ago. You can dial in a couple different reticles besides two different sized dots.
Sub specie aeternitatis: nihil sub sole novum. Fiat voluntas Dei.
Really good list. The Eotech is great but the price tag hurts. I’m surprised no Vortex sights made it on this list though!
Love the selection on this list. 🇺🇲
THIS is just what I need. I wear bifocals and have a difficult time acquiring my sight picture. It took me forever to get my rifle sighted in and any of these would be great for me. Good luck to everyone that entered.
This would look great on the aero epc
In need of a new sight for the AR
I just bought with the Biden stimulus money.
I’m a fan of trijicon but the things are so damn expensive. Could use a free Holosun 👍🏻
Too many nice optics to choose from!
Great info
I’ve used a few Trijicon optics, the RCOs are not my favorite, but they do make optics that can take some punishment.
I need to win
Red dot sights are the old mans best friend,
Thanks for the chance to win guys. Y’all rock!
I’m a big fan of red dots (within 50 yds.). And would love to put one on a couple of my rifles. To win one would be great!
Great read and all awesome sights pick me!!
A new red dot is a game changer on any firearm! I always Appreciate listings of best of the best!
Good info, I like the holosun
Never had one for the ARs but I’m sure I’ll love it!!!
Very good information, looking forward to purchasing my first red dot sight. Haven’t decided which one.
Get article. Perfect timing I am just finishing up my latest AR build and am in the market for a new optic.
I have used the Aimpoint PRO for years and love it. Just got an Eotech for my ne rifle. I would love to try the Holosun.
Thanks for the info! Would you do an article on Red Dots for Handguns?
Thank you for the information
I love the Holosun red dot I have. It would be nice to add a solar powered one to my collection as well!
Trijicon always a sic choice, but that Holosun is pretty awesome setup.
Good info, in the market for a red dot and appreciate the chance to win as well
I have used a Vortex Strikefire II but the Holsun sight has caught my interest!
Surprised no Vortex or Swampfoxes make the list. But always in for a give away.
Love the solar charging.
Unless you shoot EVERY day, batteries are
always dead when you need them!
Holosun is stepping up to fill the void of people who want a great site and can’t afford the RMR or Sig pro!!
I could really use one of these for my current build.
Great list of options for the next build.
I never win anything but like a gluten for punishment I keep entering these giveaways.
Come & Take it if you want it
Come & Take it if you think you can
Come & Take it but I’ll warn you
You’ll have to pry it from our cold dead hands
The right to keep & bear arms shall NOT be infringed!
Nice I could benefit from any of these options for my 1st AR, just waiting for the state police to approve the background check, the cue here in Oregon is 6000 strong! Taking about 16 days for ffl to clear a transfer.
The Holosun Red Dot sight would be an awesome prise.
Always wanted one!
I have had my eye on the Sig Sauer Romeo 5 for a bit.