The Best Binoculars of 2024

We tested the best binoculars from NOCS Provisions, Celestron, Nikon, Maven, and more to help you find the best option for your needs and budget.

Written by Nick LeFort, Nick Belcaster and Kylie Mohr

here are limitless ways to enjoy the outdoor world and just as many tools to do it, but perhaps no piece of equipment is as rewarding and versatile as the best binoculars for your needs.

We tapped one of our expert writers, Nick LeFort, who’s spent a lot of time looking at the world through a set of clear lenses to test an abundance of binoculars. Over the course of the last year, he’s tested some of the industry’s best to create a list that we think represents the best glass available.

This roundup, which has something for everyone, will help you decide which binoculars are right for you. Whether you want top-performing binos like our best overall choice, the NOCS Provisions Pro Issue 8×42, or you’re looking for a budget option like the Celestron Outland X 10×42, we have you covered.

If have more questions or want more information, refer to our buyer’s guide and price & value sections at the end of this article. They include any additional information you may need to make a decision on your next pair of binos. For side-by-side spec comparisons, check out our specs chart. Scroll through to see all of our recommended buys, or jump to the category you’re looking for here.

Editor’s Note: We overhauled our Binoculars guide on October 10, 2024, by retesting six binos for better comparative information and adding two new options, the NOCS Provisions Standard Issue 8×25 and the NOCS Field Tube 8×32. We also added a price & value section and revised the buyer’s guide to make it more helpful.