20 Best Compact Tactical Rifle Scope [2024]

Are you looking for the best compact tactical rifle scope? Based on expert reviews, we ranked them. We've listed our top-ranked picks, including the top-selling compact tactical rifle scope.

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1 Steiner T5Xi Tactical Rifle Scope - Close Compact Riflescope for Hunting, 5-25x56mm SCR 34mm Steiner T5Xi Tactical Rifle Scope - Close Compact Riflescope for Hunting, 5-25x56mm SCR 34mm
2 Acid Tactical® 3-9x40 Compact Rifle Gun Scope with Illuminated Mil-Dot Reticles Acid Tactical® 3-9x40 Compact Rifle Gun Scope with Illuminated Mil-Dot Reticles
3 BESTSIGHT Rifle Scope 2-8x20 Compact Tactical Gun Scope Optics with Illuminated and Adjustment Lock... BESTSIGHT Rifle Scope 2-8x20 Compact Tactical Gun Scope Optics with Illuminated and Adjustment...
4 UUQ 3-9x32 Tactical Rifle Scopes,Front AO (Parallax Adjustment) Red Green Illuminated, Mil-dot... UUQ 3-9x32 Tactical Rifle Scopes,Front AO (Parallax Adjustment) Red Green Illuminated, Mil-dot...
5 CVLIFE Hunting Rifle Scope 3-9x32 AOL Red and Green Illuminated Tactical Gun Scope with 20 mm Mounts... CVLIFE Hunting Rifle Scope 3-9x32 AOL Red and Green Illuminated Tactical Gun Scope with 20 mm...
6 3-9x40 Compact Rifle Scope Tactical Rifle Optics Red Green Illuminated Mil-dot Reticle for Hunting 3-9x40 Compact Rifle Scope Tactical Rifle Optics Red Green Illuminated Mil-dot Reticle for Hunting
7 UTG 3-12X44 30mm Compact Scope, AO, 36-color Mil-dot, Rings , Black UTG 3-12X44 30mm Compact Scope, AO, 36-color Mil-dot, Rings , Black
8 Leaper Military Tactical Backpack Assault Pack Sling Bag Molle Backpack Out Bag Black Leaper Military Tactical Backpack Assault Pack Sling Bag Molle Backpack Out Bag Black
9 Monstrum G2 1-4x24 First Focal Plane FFP Rifle Scope with Illuminated BDC Reticle | Flat Dark Earth Monstrum G2 1-4x24 First Focal Plane FFP Rifle Scope with Illuminated BDC Reticle | Flat Dark Earth
10 UTG Leapers Inc 1-8x28mm 30mm MRC Scope, IE, BG4 Reticle, with ACCU-SYNC, Black (SCP3-18IEBG4) UTG Leapers Inc 1-8x28mm 30mm MRC Scope, IE, BG4 Reticle, with ACCU-SYNC, Black (SCP3-18IEBG4)
11 Leupold FX-II Ultralight 2.5x20mm Riflescope Leupold FX-II Ultralight 2.5x20mm Riflescope
12 TRUGLO TRU-Brite 30 Series 1-6 X 24mm Dual-Color Illuminated-Reticle Rifle Scope with Mount, Matte... TRUGLO TRU-Brite 30 Series 1-6 X 24mm Dual-Color Illuminated-Reticle Rifle Scope with Mount,...
13 Vortex Optics Venom 5-25x56 First Focal Plane Riflescope - EBR-7C (MOA) Reticle Vortex Optics Venom 5-25x56 First Focal Plane Riflescope - EBR-7C (MOA) Reticle
14 MidTen 2.5-10x40 Red Green Illuminated Mil-dot Tactical Rifle Scope with Red Laser Combo - Green... MidTen 2.5-10x40 Red Green Illuminated Mil-dot Tactical Rifle Scope with Red Laser Combo - Green...
15 AGM Rattler TS35-384 Thermal Imaging RifleScope 12um 384x288 AGM Rattler TS35-384 Thermal Imaging RifleScope 12um 384x288
16 VT 1-6X28 FFP First Focal Plane Scope 35mm Tube ED Optics System with Red/Green Illuminated Reticle... VT 1-6X28 FFP First Focal Plane Scope 35mm Tube ED Optics System with Red/Green Illuminated...
17 Monstrum S330P 3X Prism Scope | Black Monstrum S330P 3X Prism Scope | Black
18 UTG 3-9X32 1' BugBuster Scope, AO, RGB Mil-dot, QD Rings , Black UTG 3-9X32 1" BugBuster Scope, AO, RGB Mil-dot, QD Rings , Black
19 CVLIFE 4x32 Tactical Rifle Scope Red & Green &Blue Illuminated Reticle Scope with Fiber Optic Sight CVLIFE 4x32 Tactical Rifle Scope Red & Green &Blue Illuminated Reticle Scope with Fiber Optic Sight
20 Monstrum G3 3-18x50 First Focal Plane FFP Rifle Scope with Illuminated MOA Reticle and Parallax... Monstrum G3 3-18x50 First Focal Plane FFP Rifle Scope with Illuminated MOA Reticle and Parallax...
Bestseller No. 1
Steiner T5Xi Tactical Rifle Scope - Close Compact Riflescope for Hunting, 5-25x56mm SCR 34mm
  • ULTIMATE ACCURACY – Rely on Steiner’s T5Xi 5-25x 56mm tactical riflescope to provide precision through its one-piece, oversized 34mm tube that...
  • SPECIAL COMPETITION RETICLE (SCR) - Designed for precision competition use, it offers an extended illumination area, windage and holdover lines....
  • THROW LEVER allows quick, easy magnification changes and Tenebraex LENS COVERS protect the lenses from dust and moisture.Diopter Adjustment Range: +2...
  • SECOND ROTATION INDICATOR - After the first 120 clicks, the mil numbers on the scale change automatically preventing the shooter from getting lost on...
  • HERITAGE WARRANTY - We stand behind our products. Period! We will repair/replace defective products at no charge for the lifetime of the product....
Bestseller No. 2
Acid Tactical® 3-9x40 Compact Rifle Gun Scope with Illuminated Mil-Dot Reticles
  • Adjustable 3-9x magnification with 40mm objective lens
  • Illuminated Red / Green reticles (Rangefinder)
  • Eye Relief: 2.7" Field of view: 15-41@100yrds
  • Nitrogen filled
  • Picatinny scope ring mounts included
Bestseller No. 3
BESTSIGHT Rifle Scope 2-8x20 Compact Tactical Gun Scope Optics with Illuminated and Adjustment Lock...
  • The 2-8x20 SFP (second focal plane) riflescope and ideal for close to Short-to-medium distance range shooting scenarios. rear optical glass make
  • With adjustment lock Shooters who dial their turrets for bullet drop and wind compensation will appreciate the laser etched turrets, adjustable...
  • Extra-ling eye relief,Support diopter adjustment
  • the most was that it is small compact andd light weight, Clear glass, civilian accurate, small light weight, and affordable everything
  • Aircraft grade aluminum construction with a 25.4mm sealed, nitrogen charged tube for resistance to water and fog
Bestseller No. 4
UUQ 3-9x32 Tactical Rifle Scopes,Front AO (Parallax Adjustment) Red Green Illuminated, Mil-dot...
  • Magnified from 3X up to 9X for targeting out to 300 yards and beyond. AO(Adjustable Objective) from 3 Yards to Infinity provides increased accurate...
  • Fully multicoated green lens provides over 95% light transmission, brilliant images and exceptional color contrast. Large field of view and most...
  • Premium Hold Zero Lockable & Resettable Turrets with 1/4 MOA Per Click Adjustment. Two 20mm free mounts fit perfectly in picatinny or weaver rails.
  • Only 8.9" (230mm) long, very easy to carry and operate. Scratch-resistant coating protects exterior lenses from scratches, oil and dirt.
  • Made of high-strength aluminum alloy. Completely sealed and 100% nitrogen filled makes it fog and rain proof.
Bestseller No. 5
CVLIFE Hunting Rifle Scope 3-9x32 AOL Red and Green Illuminated Tactical Gun Scope with 20 mm Mounts...
  • Magnification: 3-9x; Length: 8.66"(220mm);Objective Diameter: 32mm; Exit Pupil Diameter: 67.1mm~90.0mm;Eye Relief: 3.5" (88.9mm);F.O.V:...
  • Made of high-strength aluminum alloy, the rifle scope is durable. Completely sealed and 100% nitrogen filled makes the tactical scope fog and rain...
  • CVLIFE 3-9x32 AOE compact rifle scope creates the parallax free view from 15 yards out to infinity. The focus component with moderate damping allows...
  • Red and green illuminated crosshair, 5 levels of brightness setting for each color allow shooters to find the perfect brightness needed for lighting...
  • Coming with the free 20mm scope mount, makes it convenient to install the rifle scope.
Bestseller No. 6
3-9x40 Compact Rifle Scope Tactical Rifle Optics Red Green Illuminated Mil-dot Reticle for Hunting
  • 3-9x40 compact rifle scope ideal for close to Short-to-medium distance range shooting scenarios.
  • Tactical rifle optics red green illuminated with 5 level brightness control is easier aiming in any environment.
  • 3-9x40 compact rifle scope has a Mil dot instead of traditional front sight and gap, and this can obviously increase aiming speed, accuracy.
  • Magnification: 3-9x; Objective Diameter: 40mm; Eye relief: 2.3"-2.8"; Click Value: 1/4MOA; Length:7.48" (190mm), easy to carry and operate.
  • Durable waterproof / anti-fog / sealed and flled with nitrogen. Scratch-resistant coating protects exterior lenses from scratches, oil and dirt.
SaleBestseller No. 7
UTG 3-12X44 30mm Compact Scope, AO, 36-color Mil-dot, Rings , Black
  • 30-millimeter SWAT 3-12X44 IE tactical range estimating scope with mil-dot, full 36-color EZ Tap reticle
  • 30-Millimeter tube built on True Strength Platform: sealed and nitrogen filled, shockproof, fog-proof, and rain-proof
  • Best in class multi emerald coated lenses; integrated angled front sunshade complete with flip-open lens caps
  • Special circuit and housing design for uninterrupted illumination even under heavy recoil
  • Premium zero locking and zero resetting target turrets with most consistent and precise adjustment; lifetime warratny
Bestseller No. 8
Leaper Military Tactical Backpack Assault Pack Sling Bag Molle Backpack Out Bag Black
  • Material: Our Military backpack is made of lightweight, durable and water-resistant 1000D polyester; sturdy zippers, reinforced seams in shoulder...
  • Military Rover Shoulder Sling Backpack: 10.4 * 4.5 * 13.7 inches (L*W*H), enough for carrying a slim laptop up to 13" without laptop sleeve/case, 9.7...
  • Lots of Storage Space & Pockets: 2 pockets on the front of the bag: the top zipper pocket can hold something like a Medkit, spare mags, some snacks,...
  • The adjustable shoulder strap is equipped with a nice and thick padding. It has plastic D-Rings that can be used for routing the hydration tube. It is...
  • This sling backpack is a solid choice for someone who wants a small bag to carry around with them when a larger bag isn’t an option. It would fit...
Bestseller No. 9
Monstrum G2 1-4x24 First Focal Plane FFP Rifle Scope with Illuminated BDC Reticle | Flat Dark Earth
  • High precision tactical rifle scope with 1-4x magnification, a 24mm objective lens, and an eye relief of 4-4.5 inches
  • Functionally designed first focal plane rangefinder reticle, with easy-to-read ranging information that remains constant regardless of magnification,...
  • Dial controlled reticle illumination in both red and green with multiple brightness intensities, for better reticle visibility at night or in low...
  • Aircraft grade aluminum construction with a 30mm sealed, nitrogen charged tube for resistance to water and fog
  • Package also includes set of medium profile picatinny scope rings, a detachable honeycomb filter sunshade, a set of spring loaded flip-up lens covers,...
Bestseller No. 10
UTG Leapers Inc 1-8x28mm 30mm MRC Scope, IE, BG4 Reticle, with ACCU-SYNC, Black (SCP3-18IEBG4)
  • Variable Power: Magnification of the scope is adjustable
  • Mounting Accessories Included: Ring mounts with appropriate saddle height are included with the product
  • 30mm Tube with Best in Class Emerald Lens Coatings to Achieve Maximum Light Transmission for Best Clarity
  • Precision made for fit and finish
Bestseller No. 11
Leupold FX-II Ultralight 2.5x20mm Riflescope
  • Model #58450 - FX-II Ultralight 2.5x20mm with Wide Duplex reticle and Matte finish
  • 100% Waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof
  • Twilight Max Light Management System - Adds up to 20 extra minutes of shooting light and reduces glare for premium edge-to-edge image quality
  • Lightweight Design - Disperses recoil energy for unrivaled durability and performance with ultra-lightweight construction
  • Scratch Resistant Lenses - Lens surfaces are scratch resistant to military standard extreme abrasion specification
Bestseller No. 12
TRUGLO TRU-Brite 30 Series 1-6 X 24mm Dual-Color Illuminated-Reticle Rifle Scope with Mount, Matte...
  • 1-6 x 24mm objective lens with rheostat controlled brightness; INCLUDED QUICK ZOOM LEVER; Generous 4-inch eye relief
  • DUAL-COLOR ILLUMINATED RETICLE (red & green); Glass-etched reticle can be used without illumination (black)
  • ONE-PIECE AIRCRAFT-GRADE ALUMINUM TUBE; water & shock resistant; fog-proof; LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
  • INCLUDES REVERSIBLE, OFFSET, MONOLITHIC 30MM SCOPE MOUNT made of CNC-machined aircraft grade aluminum; Includes 2 precalibrated BDC turrets in...
  • MIL-DOT RETICLE enables user to determine the distance of objects of a known size and provides quick trajectory and wind drift aiming references...
Bestseller No. 13
Vortex Optics Venom 5-25x56 First Focal Plane Riflescope - EBR-7C (MOA) Reticle
  • The Venom 5-25x56 First Focal Plane (MOA) riflescope is built for long-range and competition with a 5-25x mag range built into a 34mm tube for a...
  • XD Optical System delivers impressive resolution, edge-to-edge sharpness and greatly reduces chromatic abberation. Fully multi-coated lenses provide...
  • The RevStop Zero System offers an easy to set, fast and reliable return to zero. Side knob parallax adjust allows quick and easy parallax adjustments...
  • EBR-7C reticle ensures subtensions are accurate throughout the mag range making it easy to measure and range targets.The fast focus eyepiece allows...
  • Nitrogen purged and o-ring sealed providing water and fogproof performance. Armortek coating protects the lenses from scratches and oil. The...
Bestseller No. 14
MidTen 2.5-10x40 Red Green Illuminated Mil-dot Tactical Rifle Scope with Red Laser Combo - Green...
  • 【Illuminated Mil-Dot Reticle & Red Laser】Red/Green reticle tactical scope,5 brightness settings to accommodate your visibility in any...
  • 【Multi-coated green objective lens】The gun scopes with multi-coated green lens boast an amazing 95% light transmittance,much clearer than that...
  • 【Convenient&Durable】Scope and laser built together,high strength aircraft aluminum construction,waterproof,fogproof,shockproof,great rifle...
  • 【Easy to Install】 Thanks to its built-in rail (20mm),this gun scope easily mount on any 22 rails (Picatinny or Weaver),can be used as ar...
  • 【Customer Service】MidTen hunting rifle scope have one-year warranty and our perfect & responsive customers service can keep you from any loss...
Bestseller No. 15
AGM Rattler TS35-384 Thermal Imaging RifleScope 12um 384x288
  • 384 × 288 thermal resolution, high sensitivity detector
  • Image processing technology: Adaptive AGC, DDE, 3D DNR
  • 1024×768 resolution 0.39-inch OLED display
  • 8x digital zoom
  • Video recording and snapshot, built-in EMMC (16 GB)
SaleBestseller No. 16
VT 1-6X28 FFP First Focal Plane Scope 35mm Tube ED Optics System with Red/Green Illuminated Reticle...
  • First focal plane Scope, Glass etched reticle, this optics is ideally suited for use in short to medium range applications, 400+ Yards
  • Build on a very durable 35mm aircraft-grade one-piece tube construction; Fully-multi coated crystal sharp clear
  • Rifle scope providing crystal clear targeting at 1-6x magnification, with a 28mm objective diameter and an eye relief of 3.4-3.8 Inches
  • Capped reset turrets are finger adjustable with 1/2 MOA clicks that can be reset to zero after sighting in.
  • Scope package includes VT1-6X28FFP Scope and Mount, Switchview Throw Levers, Sunshade, Battery.
Bestseller No. 17
Monstrum S330P 3X Prism Scope | Black
  • Compact yet heavy duty prism sight with 3x magnification and 30mm objective lens, Ideal for rapid mid range target acquisition out to 500 yards.
  • Features a glass prism optical system rather a refracting lens system like traditional scopes, allowing for better optical quality in a much smaller...
  • Unlike red dots, the reticle is visible with or without illumination, for a clean sight picture regardless of lighting or environment.
  • Only 15 ounces in weight and 5 inches in length.
  • All Monstrum Scope products are backed by a two year warranty.
SaleBestseller No. 18
UTG 3-9X32 1" BugBuster Scope, AO, RGB Mil-dot, QD Rings , Black
  • 1 Inch Tube with Emerald Coating for Maximum Light Transmission, Premium Zero Lockable & Resettable Turrets with 1/4 MOA Per Click Adjustment
  • Range Estimating Mil-dot Reticle for Optimal Aiming and Shooting Performance, Adjustable Objective from 3 Yards to Infinity
  • Red/Green Dual Illumination for Versatile Applications, Large Field of View and Most Accommodating Eye Relief for Optimum Critical CQB Mission
  • Complete with 2" Sunshade, High Quality Flip-open Lens Caps and Quick-detachable Rings
  • Built on True Strength Platform, Completely Sealed and Nitrogen Filled, Shockproof, Fog proof and Rainproof
SaleBestseller No. 19
CVLIFE 4x32 Tactical Rifle Scope Red & Green &Blue Illuminated Reticle Scope with Fiber Optic Sight
  • Magnification power: 4x,Objective lens: 32mm, Field of view(feet/100 yards): 36.6, Length(inches): 5.5
  • High performance optical scope with fiber optic sight for quick and accurate acquisition (with Weaver Slots)
  • Crisp image for accurate focus. With the green multi-layer coated lenses, the tactical compact scope can focus target fast and precisely with high...
  • Glass etched reticle with tri-illuminations (green/red/ blue), 3 levels of brightness setting for each color allow shooters to find the perfect...
  • Shock proof, recoil, fog resistance (nitrogen filled); high quality aluminum alloy in durable black matte finish
Bestseller No. 20
Monstrum G3 3-18x50 First Focal Plane FFP Rifle Scope with Illuminated MOA Reticle and Parallax...
  • High performance tactical rifle scope with 3-18x magnification for mid to long distance shooting out to 1000+ yards
  • Functionally designed first focal plane MOA reticle, with easy-to-read ranging information that remains constant regardless of magnification, for...
  • Equipped with a parallax adjustment dial that allows for sharper focus of the target image, elimination of parallax, and range estimation
  • Inline dial controlled reticle illumination with multiple brightness intensities, for better reticle visibility in low light environments
  • Package also includes set of high profile picatinny scope rings, a detachable sunshade, a set of spring loaded flip-up lens covers, and one CR2032 3V...

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FAQ:

Q: Who makes the best rifle scopes?

A: Receiver: Forged,heat treated,and polished 416 stainless steel Barrel: Cold-hammer forged 410 stainless steel Barrel length: 19 in. Capacity: 6-shot tubular magazine (6+1) Stock: Black and gray laminate Sights: Adjustable ghost ring rear and Hi-Viz front sight with tritium insert Scope base: Picatinny rail Bolt: Nickle plated with spiral fluting

Q: What are the best brands of rifle scopes?

A: Before Bushnell got into the business of being a rifle scope manufacturer,it first began as a brand manufacturing binoculars. … Today,Bushnell is one of the well-loved brands by many professionals because of its wide range of products. They nearly have everything you need and for all sorts of applications!

Q: What is the best low light affordable rifle scopes?

A: 1 Nightforce Optics 5-25×56 ATACR Riflescope – Best Twighlight Hunting Low Light Rifle Scope. … 2 Vortex Optics Crossfire II 3-12×56 Adjustable Objective 30mm Tube Riflescope – Best Hog Hunting Low Light Rifle Scopes. … 4 Swarovski Optik 3-18×50 Z6i P L 2nd Generation Riflescope. …

Q: Which are the good rifle scopes?

A: Vortex Optics continues to design the best rifle scope units on the planet. Their Razor HD, Crossfire II, and Viper series scopes are well known throughout the globe. They also have precision binoculars that birdwatchers and ornithologists use in the field. The overall performance of their scopes remains unbeatable in the world of firearms.