Vortex Strike Eagle Gen2 vs Venom: what is the difference.

[jcg5352]

Other than the SE being available in 1-8, the venom being the newer option with bigger turrets, and about $100 in price, what are the actual differences between these LPVOs?

I've been looking at these since there are deals on them, I like the reticle, and Vortex has a great warranty. But for all of my internet scouring, I can't seem to find anything that helps make one or the other a definitive buy.

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[Nosferatu]

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQBAR9CnxAM

 

[jcg5352]

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQBAR9CnxAM

This unfortunately doesn't help much. The Venom LPVO is illuminated, where it must not be on the MPVOs.

 

[titsonritz]

The features are laid out pretty clear on their website imo…

Strike Eagle

Turret Style	Low Capped

Adjustment Graduation	1/2 MOA

Length	10.5 inches
Weight	18.5 oz

FEATURE TECH

FULLY MULTI-COATED LENSES
Anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces provide increased light transmission for greater clarity and low-light performance.
ARMORTEK®​
Ultra-hard exterior lens coatings defend against scratches, oil, and dirt.
AIRCRAFT-GRADE ALUMINUM
Constructed from a solid block of aircraft-grade aluminum for strength and rigidity.
SHOCKPROOF
Designed to withstand the highest levels of recoil and impact.
THROW LEVER
The included throw lever can be installed for quick and easy magnification adjustments

https://vortexoptics.com/vortex-strike-eagle-1-6x24-ar-bdc3.htm

VS

Venom

Turret Style Capped

Adjustment Graduation	1/4 MOA

Length	10.3"
Weight	19.5 oz

FEATURE TECH

XD™ OPTICAL SYSTEM
Premium optical system delivers impressive resolution, edge-to-edge sharpness, greatly reduces chromatic aberration, and guarantees bright, high-contrast images.
FULLY MULTI-COATED LENSES
Anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces provide increased light transmission for greater clarity and low-light performance.
ILLUMINATED RETICLE
Provides precise aiming under low-light conditions.
SINGLE-PIECE TUBE
Maximizes alignment for improved accuracy and optimum visual performance, as well as ensures strength and waterproofness.
NITROGEN GAS PURGED
Gas purged and O-ring sealed for fogproof and waterproof performance in all conditions.
FAST-FOCUS EYEPIECE
Allows for quick and easy reticle focusing.
THROW LEVER
The included throw lever can be installed for quick and easy magnification adjustments.
AIRCRAFT GRADE ALUMINUM
Constructed from a solid block of aircraft-grade aluminum for strength and rigidity.
ARMORTEK®​
Ultra-hard exterior lens coatings defend against scratches, oil, and dirt.
LOW-GLARE MATTE BLACK ANODIZE
Corrosion and wear resistant anodization provides low-glare matte surface and helps camouflage the shooter's position.
WATERPROOF
Designed to withstand harsh weather conditions.
FOGPROOF
Designed to withstand a wide range of temperatures.
SHOCKPROOF
Designed to withstand the highest levels of recoil and impact

Venom 1-6x24 SFP Illuminated AR-BDC3

AR-BDC3 (MOA) Reticle | 30mm Tube

vortexoptics.com

 

[mhayd93]

I've researched this before and the consensus is that the Venom is an all around superior scope to the Strike Eagle when it comes to the LPVO variants.

 

[mhayd93]

View: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vunLIEfme5s


I also recommend watching this video comparing a wide range of budget LPVOs (including the Venom); probably the best resource you'll get regarding the topic of budget LPVOs.

 

[jcg5352]

I also recommend watching this video comparing a wide range of budget LPVOs (including the Venom); probably the best resource you'll get regarding the topic of budget LPVOs.

I've watched quite a few, including the one you linked above which was probably the most helpful and even a video from Vortex themselves. They still frame it like the venom is below the SE in product stack and don't really compare them which is very annoying for a video intending to do that.

I think I'll go with the venom from everything I've heard, plus it has better FOV. Too bad they aren't on as good of sales as the SE w/mount are at the moment.

 

[mhayd93]

I've watched quite a few, including the one you linked above which was probably the most helpful and even a video from Vortex themselves. They still frame it like the venom is below the SE in product stack and don't really compare them which is very annoying for a video intending to do that.

I think I'll go with the venom from everything I've heard, plus it has better FOV. Too bad they aren't on as good of sales as the SE w/mount are at the moment.

Yeah their marketing just adds to the confusion unfortunately, but by most accounts the Venom lineup is below the Strike Eagle, except when it comes to the LPVOs.

 

[Hickok45]

C_DOES is the best source for optics reviews, and he always does side-by-side comparisons for the final portion of the video. In this Venom review, he does compare it next to the SE. If you're not sold on the venom then watch his video on the SE as well. I watched his video on the SE 1-8x and it's not worth getting IMO, the image is very bad at 8x and I would definitely recommend the SE 1-6x instead. That being said, I think I would prefer the venom over either of the strike eagles. And if you're military or first responder, I believe vortex does 40% off MSRP.

View: https://youtu.be/MdOEifUmpSE?si=ibZaCWNN_zwAKrUn

 

[jcg5352]

C_DOES is the best source for optics reviews, and he always does side-by-side comparisons for the final portion of the video. In this Venom review, he does compare it next to the SE. If you're not sold on the venom then watch his video on the SE as well. I watched his video on the SE 1-8x and it's not worth getting IMO, the image is very bad at 8x and I would definitely recommend the SE 1-6x instead. That being said, I think I would prefer the venom over either of the strike eagles. And if you're military or first responder, I believe vortex does 40% off MSRP.

View: https://youtu.be/MdOEifUmpSE?si=ibZaCWNN_zwAKrUn

C_DOES was one of the videos that I watched when researching. Found a deal for a Venom and went with that.