Enjoy free shipping during the holidays! Shop now and get
Free Value Shipping
on most orders over $49 to the contiguous 48 states, DC and to all U.S. Military APO/FPO/DPO addresses.
Enjoy Our Extended FREE RETURNS
We want to ensure that making a return is as easy as possible! With our Hassle-Free, Extended
Holiday Returns, eligible orders placed from November 12, 2025 on will benefit from an extended
return deadline (January 13, 2026 or 30 days after receipt of your order - whichever is later).
We'll even cover the cost of return shipping. Learn more about our
Return Policy.
Please Enable Your Browser's Cookies Functionality
Cookies are not currently enabled in your browser, and due to this the functionality of our site will be severely restricted.
Web browser based cookies allow us to customize our site for you, save items in your cart,
and provide you with a great experience when shopping OpticsPlanet.
Your privacy is important to us, and any personal information you supply to us is kept strictly confidential.
If you cannot enable cookies in your browser, please contact us — we are always here to help!
JavaScript is blocked by AdBlocker or ScriptBlocker
We're sorry - it looks like some elements of OpticsPlanet are being disabled by your AdBlocker.
Unfortunately we are unable to offer our excellent shopping experience without JavaScript.
Please add "opticsplanet.com" and "https://opl.0ps.us/assets-9bc4fa3d306/" to whitelist,
or disable AdBlocker for this site (please note that we do NOT feature any annoying ads on this website).
Thanks!
Your Browser is Outdated
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide an excellent shopping experience on your browser because it lacks modern functionality needed for us
to provide a fast, secure, and enjoyable experience. If you cannot upgrade your browser or use an alternative device to visit us,
please contact us at +1-800-504-5897 and we'll be happy to assist you over the phone!
I have long considered the Sightron S-Tac 4-20x50 to be the best value optic at under $500. I have several of them for a reason. This scope beats it in every category besides weight (this is a couple ounces heavier), and elevation adjustment range (Heras has 70 MOA, Sightron has 80). The glass is way ahead of any of my sub-$500 optics. Super bright and crisp images. Controls are super smooth, reticle is effective and uncomplicated but good for ranging and holding over. I prefer a floating dot and moa-based subtensions like this and the STac offer. The turrets can be reset to zero with ...
Read More...
by
Tom,
Verified Owner
from TX, United States
Written on May 6, 2025
So far so good. Built like a rock. This scope has very clear glass and a great reticle. The turret clicks are well defined. On the base of both turrets are up/down or left/right arrows. You can move your eye up from the scope a little and verify your turning the turret the correct direction. So far there's nothing not to like.
Would recommend: Yes
0 of 0 found the following review helpful.
Was it helpful to you?Yes|No
You said this review was not helpful.
Would you like to change your vote?
by
Targethunter,
Verified Owner
from TX, United States
Written on April 4, 2025
I did a bunch of research before buying this because I was looking for a 30mm tube scope. But all the reviews were so positive I decided to give a shot.
How does Athlon make a 1” tube look bigger than a 30mm? I have a PA SLX 4-16 that looks like viewing through a straw compared to the Heras. I absolutely love this scope! Seriously considering another one because it’s so good.
Would recommend: Yes
0 of 0 found the following review helpful.
Was it helpful to you?Yes|No
You said this review was not helpful.
Would you like to change your vote?
by
Matt,
Verified Owner
from MS, United States
Written on September 24, 2024
I now have purchased three of these scopes. I tested this scope next to a couple of the Vortex scope products, the Burris Signature HD and Burris Veracity PH scopes. I also owned the Leopold VX3 and VX5. I have to say that I have been impressed by the quality of this product! The glass is remarkably clear even during dawn and dusk operations. The tracking is right on target and the eye relief is excellent. The zoom is super smooth and the turrets are an easy-to-use feature that you would expect on a higher-end product. If you have been holding off because you think this product is "cheap" I can assure you that this scope will become a new go-to budget option. In my opinion, I will no longer buy $1500 glass when this product is as good as if not in many cases better. My only con...they do not offer illuminated reticles in the Heres model yet. I hope this will be coming soon! All I can say is..buy this scope from Optic Planets today and see for yourself!
Pros:
GREAT PRICE
Excellent glass and clarity
smooth turrets
Cons:
Illumiation is lacking
Best Used for:
Hunting and long range shooting
Would recommend: Yes
0 of 0 found the following review helpful.
Was it helpful to you?Yes|No
You said this review was not helpful.
Would you like to change your vote?
by
Chris,
Verified Owner
from GA, United States
Written on May 21, 2024
Good scope for the money. I was able to stretch out a "budget" AR 6.5CM build to 1200yds using this scope. Running an 18" bbl I ran out of elevation adjustments at 1100yds, but was able to use the reticle to hold over and hit at 1200 (a 20 MOA base will solve this problem) My only complaint is that the zero stop isn't great. Glass is clear and turrets are repeatable. It did come with the wrong size throw lever and when I contacted Athlon they admitted they had an "issue at the factory" and to call back in a month or so and they would send me the correct one.
Overall, thumbs up for the price point.
Pros:
Price
Clarity
Cons:
Zero stop
Best Used for:
hunting
Target shooting
Would recommend: Yes
1 of 1 found the following review helpful.
Was it helpful to you?Yes|No
You said this review was not helpful.
Would you like to change your vote?