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If your question is not answered above and you have browsed around the BBR website AND had a quick search, but still can’t find the answer you are looking for, OR if you simply need some personal advice or a shopping assistant then why not support me by letting me help you:
The Problem
Over the last 10 or so years that I have been working on Best Binocular Reviews, I’d like to think that I have created the largest and most comprehensive resource on binoculars, spotting scopes, and Night Vision devices on the web.
On top of this, I know that my reviews of these products are extremely comprehensive and cover all aspects of every instrument that I test.
This is mostly all good… however:
Many readers tell me that the amount of information on BBR can be a little overwhelming, especially if they are new to optics or are visiting BBR for the first time.
This is backed up by the sheer number of requests that I now get from visitors to my site asking for help with choosing a binocular for their specific needs.
Initially, I started off by trying to answer all the questions that I received. However, I am now completely flooded and so it has become impossible for me to answer all requests with the level of attention and detail that I would like to and continue to develop the site.
The Solution:
Personal Binocular Advice
Let me help you find the perfect binoculars for your needs at the best price:
Hire me as your personal binocular shopping assistant!
What You Get
The whole purpose of hiring me as your personal assistant is to make the experience as individual and pain-free as possible for you. Thus there is no hard and fast rule as to how it works. But in general, it goes something like this:
- An initial consultation (via Email, online chat like Facebook Messenger, or a live conversation on Skype or whatever you like). This is so I can get a precise idea of your needs and requirements.
- I come back to you with a list of ideas, recommendations, and if needed comparisons as well as where you can buy it/them online at the lowest prices. If you wish I will point out the particular strengths and weaknesses of each against each other.
- You either make a choice, ask me to make the choice for you, or if you would like to explore a few more ideas, I can go back with your updated criteria, do some more research and find some new options for you to consider.
What Does it Cost?
For my personal attention and time, I’m asking for your support on my Patreon Page.
The cost is $5 a month and should you wish, you can stop supporting me whenever you want. So if you wanted, you could hire me as your personal adviser for just one month and leave it at that and all it would cost you is $5.
If you consider that for an average binocular, $5 amounts to less than 2% of the total value, and in many cases, I can actually save you far more than that amount with my insider knowledge on what to buy, where best to buy, online deals and by reducing the time it takes you to research for what you need.
However, my aim is to show you how brilliant and useful BBR is and that you will continue to support me so that I can continue to produce quality binocular reviews, videos, and related articles well into the future.
Satisfaction Guaranteed!
I only recommend optics from online retailers that I believe are a great choice for your specific requirements. It is important for me to stress that I am in NO way affiliated with or biased toward any retailer, make, or brand. I do however base many of my recommendations on binoculars that I have actually tried and tested. So whilst this pool of choices is far smaller than every single binocular on the market, it is backed up by the fact that I know it is a quality product within a particular class or niche.
No Risk: If things don’t go as you would like and for any reason, you don’t like the work that I have done for you, my advice, or the instrument that I recommend to you, then just tell me so and you can stop being my Patron. I also only recommend retailers that accept returns, so if you did go ahead and try one of my recommendations and it did not meet your expectations, then you can always return it to the retailer and get your money back.
Become a BBR Patreon Member & Hire Me:
So if you want some personal advice or have a question about a particular binocular or want some advice on what pair is best for a particular use or interest, the very best way is to visit my Patreon Page, become a BinoWizard tier member and we’ll take it from there.
Many thanks for your time and understanding and I look forward to meeting and helping you out soon!
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Previous Questions Answered
To give you a taste of what to expect or perhaps even find the answer that you are looking for, take a look below for some help and advice that I have recently given:
Vortex Vulture 15x56 HD Binoculars vs 9 Alternatives
An in-depth analysis of the Vortex Vulture HD 15x56 binoculars, focusing on key features such as optical performance, field of view, and prism type. It also compares the Vulture HD with 9 other top 15x56 binoculars, including the Vortex Diamondback HD, Steiner HX, ZEISS Conquest HD, Swarovski SLC, Maven B5, and more. By breaking down specifications and performance, this guide helps buyers choose the best binoculars for their specific needs, whether for wildlife observation, hunting, or long-range viewing.
BBR’s Best 8x32 Binoculars under $450 (£/€)
I received a question this week which is short and sweet and since it’s something I get asked quite frequently, I thought sharing my answer might benefit others: Question Mathew asks: “What are the best 8x32s under £450 ($) which you recommend?” Firstly I think it is impossible to state definitively that any binocular is simply “the best”, but we can take a look at some really very good and […]
Image Stabilized Binoculars: Canon 10x20 IS vs Canon 10x30 IS II Binoculars
Choosing Between Canon 10x20 IS and Canon 10x30 IS II Binoculars
When it comes to binoculars even Image stabilized ones, selecting the right configuration can significantly impact your viewing experience.
In this article I explore the differences to help a reader who can’t decide between Canons 10x20 IS and 10x30 IS II binoculars to make a more informed decision
Best 10x42 binoculars in the UK priced £350?
Below is a question from r/Binoculars on Reddit that I helped with: Hi, I’m looking to upgrade my Nikon Sportstar EX 8x25 to a 10x42’s (mainly to use for bird watching). I want to spend around £350 and have seen the Nikon Monarch M7 10x42 is on sale at the moment for £369. Before I […]
No Experience? – Advice on which Binoculars for Stargazing
Best binoculars for beginner stargazing with expert advice from the BinoWizard. Versatile 8x42 models, low-light 7x50 options, and astronomy-specific 15x70 binoculars. Explore image-stabilized choices for high magnification without a tripod. Find the perfect binoculars for both star gazing and daytime use.
10x50 Binoculars for Birding, Wildlife & Astronomy under $260
Question: I am planning to buy Crossfire 10x50 as it claims to be okayish useful for both wildlife and slightly for space view (I am aware it can’t beat dedicated ones). It’s hard to find a genuine seller, I’ve found one for Vortex Crossfire and Kenko Mirage 10x50 who imports from authorised dealers. Do you […]
Best Birding Binoculars under $150
Top-rated birding binoculars under $150 that combine quality, performance, and value. Hands-on Test and reviewed – Let BBR reviews guide you to the best picks for enhancing your birdwatching experience without breaking the bank.
Full-Sized Binoculars to Compliment Compacts
Question: Full-Size Binoculars to Compliment Compact Binoculars Hi! And thank you for all the nice reviews!I currently use a 8.5x 26 pair of binos (Pentax Papillo) which are light and small, alongside my good old trusty white Canon stabilized tele for shooting. I was wondering if a pair of 10x42 or 12x42 would be a […]
Binoculars: Questions & Answers
As the popularity of this site and now BBR’s YouTube Channel continues to grow, I am getting more and more questions from readers, many of which are such that the answer can be useful to others, but are short enough that it does not warrant me writing a whole article on it. Thus I have […]
The Best Take Everywhere Compact Binoculars under $250
This article comes about as a result of a question I received from Holly, a new BBR Patreon supporter. The answer to which I thought would be useful to the community and so I have decided to publish it: Question Your site has so many choices I’ve gotten lost! I’m looking for a pair of […]