Thread: Eotech good or bad?

Thinking of buying my first eotech, 512 to be exact. Anyway don't know much about them so I did some research and read same bad reviews. I always liked the way they look thats why I'm interested in them. I dunno, looks like the aimpoint is something to look at also...

Opinions anybody?

I once had a thing for EOTechs, the aesthetics caught my eye. After trying it out, the busy reticle, viewing through a square window, and battery life was what changed my mind. It's all preference. I ended up going with an Aimpoint CompM2.

I have used them a few times. I ended up with a T1-micro. I think they are good if that is your price point, but I felt the extra money was worth the lighter weight, longer battery life. For the money, certainly nothing wrong with them if you have read the reviews and know what might happen.

Originally Posted by Taprackngo

I have used them a few times. I ended up with a T1-micro. I think they are good if that is your price point, but I felt the extra money was worth the lighter weight, longer battery life. For the money, certainly nothing wrong with them if you have read the reviews and know what might happen.

Same here - I loved the design of the Eotech but it was really 'jerky' sighting it in. At one point, it barely moves, then it jumps. The Aimpoint wasn't like that, everything is like it is surgical.

EOtech's are great. the biggest thing you need to watch out for are fakes. there are a lot out there. Aimpoint is better IMHO but it is personal preference.

Got my 512 from GG&G, with the covers and the accucam as a package. If you are going to buy one; check out their web site.

Lithium AA in a 512 resolves all battery issues. Love mine.
Stay away from the 511, terrible battery life, but now out of production.

I have experience with both an Aimpoint Comp ML2 and an Eotech. Personally I like the Eotech much better on my AR especially when engaging multiple targets. The reticle seems to make it easier for me to aquire the target and get rounds where they need to be. Both the AP and Eotech are excellent red dots so it all boils down to what you like best. I had a reticle malfunction long after the warranty expired. I sent it in and it was fixed and I wasn't charged a dime for repairs or return postage. Good customer service.

ETA: battery life isn't as good as the AP's but with the lithium battery life is pretty danged good for me.

I notice alot of eotechs are mounted on ar15's. Will the eotech handle the recoil of a bigger caliber?

My two items I don't care for on the EOtech are the busy recticle (which have already been mentioned) and the auto shut off feature to save the batteries. The Aimpoint ML3 has like a 50000 hrs battery life on level 2 or 3 (out of 10 levels)

EOTech = Good
Aimpoint = Better

Originally Posted by TonsOfOregonBrass

EOtech's are great. the biggest thing you need to watch out for are fakes. there are a lot out there. Aimpoint is better IMHO but it is personal preference.

There are Aimpoint replicas too.

In the end, you will find Aimpoint is better. If you look around, you can find T-1 for $500.

I'm pretty happy with my Eoteck 557 BDC. However, it does seem a little grainy without magnification.

Originally Posted by titsonritz

EOTech = Good
Aimpoint = Better

Check out this website and compare prices of EOtech and Aimpoint, prices are better than I've seen most other places, the Aim Point ML3 is the most appealing to me, so far.... AR-15 accessories, rifle scopes, red dot sights, aimpoint rifle scopes, Bushnell

eotechs are great at close range dont expect anything longer the 70 yards. i had the 512 and went to acog and will not go anyother way.

Originally Posted by sonic

eotechs are great at close range dont expect anything longer the 70 yards.

Not true. I and plenty others have made hits at 300 yards and beyond with both Eotechs and Aimpoints. Yes they shine up close but longer range shots are definitely doable, just as with open sights .

ok true hits ok but out of how many shots? i know not first round impact. and second your not going to get better then a 7 inch group at those ranges.. i grantee i would do better with my acog..

and how big was your target? unless you have a magnification but to get a good one from eotech they run 600...

Look down at your chest, right about that size.

Originally Posted by titsonritz

Look down at your chest, right about that size.