Old vs New: Vortex Viper HD 8x42 binoculars (sku VPR-4208-HD) versus current model (SKU V200)

Bonjour from Paris, I just subscribed to your Patreon page. Hopefully, you will be able to help me with this question: I decided to buy binoculars to use for hiking and bird watching. After reviewing a lot of information on your website and a lot of others, I decided to buy on Amazon the Vortex Viper HD […]


Chatting about Swarovski Binoculars for Birding & hiking with the BinoWizard

Can you give me an example of a good binocular brand? BinoWizard: Certainly! There are several reputable binocular brands known for producing high-quality optics. Here are a few examples: Ok, nice selection, most are premium brands, so are nice safe choices to recommend as a good brand. So tell me more about Swarovski binoculars BinoWizard: […]


Are GPO and GECO the same binoculars?

This interesting question was sent to me yesterday: I’m looking at buying some Geco 10x32 with ED glass. I have been told they are just a rebranded GPO from the seller in New Zealand. Do you know if this is true? I have searched heaps all over the internet and can’t find anything. Thanks, Dusty […]


Introducing: BinoWizard the AI Binocular Expert – Why, What, Who? 

BinoWizard BBR’s AI Binocular Expert! Why, What & Who?! – Full Video on YouTube The rise of AI-generated content has already been a major problem for established content creation sites like BBR and it is only going to get worse. We’re not equipped to compete against the tons of easily created content and fake reviews, […]


70mm Astronomy Binoculars & Tripod Setup Advice

This BinoWizard question is from a reader who is looking to set up a pair of good quality binoculars on their porch for star gazing and some wildlife observation: Question: We bought a house in West Texas Big Bend area. I am looking for a great pair of binoculars to see the night sky and […]


Vortex Diamondback vs Hawke Endurance ED vs Vanguard Endeavor ED

The question for the BinoWizard this week comes from a reader with a maximum budget of $250 (£250) and is looking for a binocular to take on safari and then use for general use, once the holiday is over. They have narrowed their choice down to the three models above and are looking for some […]


Individual Focus Binoculars or Single Diopter Adjustment?

This BinoWizard question comes from a reader who has significantly different strength vision in each of their eyes and therefore is looking for a binocular that can compensate for this, but is unsure of exactly what to look for: Question: Great site – what do you call binoculars the have separate focus for one eye? […]


Best Mid to High End Binoculars for Birdwatching & Safaris

I received this BinoWizard question from George who lives in South Africa and who is after some mid to high end binoculars for Safari and Birding: Question: I would really appreciate some help on buying some binoculars. I’m based in South Africa & have a friend who will be in the US for a week […]


Cheap Binoculars for Safari – Compact, Mid or Full Size?

This BinoWizard question is from Anna, who is looking for some inexpensive binoculars to take on safari: Question: Hello. Your reviews are exceedingly helpful, so thank you! We are doing a South African safari and I’ve been trying to find the best, low-cost pair of binoculars. I’ve narrowed it down to the Vanguard Orros 10x25 […]


Upgrading my 8x42 Birdwatching Binoculars – what to get?

The questions below come from Paul who is looking to upgrade their cheap 8x42 birdwatching binoculars and has asked me for some help in what to choose: Question: First of all, many thanks for a superb resource on your website – until I discovered this and all the brilliant reviews, I was really struggling! I […]