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14 Best Thermal Scopes: Ultimate Buying Guide

14 Best Thermal Scopes Ultimate Buying Guide

Are you looking for the best thermal scope for the money you are putting in? If so, you have come to the right place!

I have tested many options and created this list of the best thermal scopes available.

Expect to see familiar thermal scope brands in this list! The best thermal rifle scope I reviewed is the Pulsar 2-16x Thermion 2 LRF XP50. Meanwhile, if you want the best thermal scope for your AR15 rifle, try the Sig Sauer Echo3 2-12x.

By the end of this article, I will help you understand what to look for in a thermal scope and maybe find the best thermal scope for your needs!

Check out the list below for a quick rundown, and keep reading for detailed reviews of each scope.

  • Best Overall: Pulsar 2-16x Thermion 2 LRF XP50
  • Best Scope for Coyote Hunting: ATN ThOR 4 Thermal Smart 1.25-5×19
  • Best Scope for Hog Hunting: ATN ThOR LT 3-6×50
  • Best Hunting Scope: AGM Global Vision Rattler TS25-256
  • Best Budget Scope: SightMark Wraith 4K Mini 2-16×32
  • Best Scope for AR-15: Sig Sauer Echo3 2-12x
  • Best Long-Range Scope: ATN ThOR 4 4-40×75
  • Most Durable Scope: ATN ThOR 4 1.5-15×25
  • Best Thermal Image Scope: Fusion Thermal Avenger 40
  • Best Clip-On Scope: Leica Calonox Sight 1×42
  • Best Handheld Scope: Zeiss DTI 3/35 Thermal Imaging Camera
  • Best Military Scope: Trijicon IR-HUNTER Type 2 1.75-14×35
  • Best Premium Scope: AGM Global Vision Varmint LRF 4-32×50
  • Best Lightweight Scope: ATN Thor LTV 3-9x
Best Overall
Pulsar 2-16x Thermion 2 LRF XP50

Pulsar 2-16x Thermion 2 LRF XP50

  • Magnification Range: 2-16x
  • Objective Diameter: 50 mm
  • Length: 16.5 in
  • Weight: 32 oz (907.2 g)
  • Battery Life: 10 hours
  • Reticle: 10 reticle shapes in 9 color modes
ATN ThOR 4 Thermal Smart 1.25-5x19

ATN ThOR 4 Thermal Smart 1.25-5x19

  • Magnification Range: 1.25-5x
  • Objective Diameter: 19 mm
  • Length: 13.1 in
  • Weight: 31 oz (880 g)
  • Battery Life: 18 hours
  • Reticle: Multiple reticle options
ATN ThOR LT 3-6x50

ATN ThOR LT 3-6x50

  • Magnification Range: 3-6x
  • Objective Diameter: 50 mm
  • Length: 11.5 in
  • Weight: 22.4 oz (650 g)
  • Battery Life: 10+ hours
  • Reticle: Multiple reticle options