Allbinos has released a new review. In this case, following on the last review of the cheapest model in the Vortex roof range, the Triumph, now they have inspected what was the cheapest Vortex roof prior to the launch of the Triumph.
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I like when Allbinos focuses several reviews, like a "collection" on a particular topic. For example, the extensive review of 12x models they've carried out lately, or now the review of the entry-level Vortex.
Having had the Diamondback HD, which according to Allbinos is a step up, and also the SvBony, which performs at least as well as the Diamondback HD if not better in some areas, I think I can see a move from Vortex here. If I remember correctly (I'm happy to stand corrected), previously not all of their models had the VIP warranty, I think the lower-end models did not enjoy it. But now it seems that models with the logical cost-cutting compromises (which are not meant to last forever under regular use) also have the warranty. I wonder if it's a way to "fight" the wave of Chinese brands offering better performance for less money. In my case, if I had to choose for a Diamondback HD for around 200 € or a SvBony for around 100 €, the choice would be clear (let alone talking about the Crossfire)... but then you have the shadow of sample variation creeping in, which might scare you off when facing replacement/repairs with a less known brand... so maybe Vortex is offering the VIP warranty to compensate for that (don't know, just a hypothesis here).
What do you reckon? The entry level area is getting more and more exciting, the same way the middle range has been getting really attractive over the last years, let alone the 1000 €/$ range, where you are spoilt for choice of terrific models.
Vortex Crossfire HD 10x42 - binoculars review - AllBinos.com
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I like when Allbinos focuses several reviews, like a "collection" on a particular topic. For example, the extensive review of 12x models they've carried out lately, or now the review of the entry-level Vortex.
Having had the Diamondback HD, which according to Allbinos is a step up, and also the SvBony, which performs at least as well as the Diamondback HD if not better in some areas, I think I can see a move from Vortex here. If I remember correctly (I'm happy to stand corrected), previously not all of their models had the VIP warranty, I think the lower-end models did not enjoy it. But now it seems that models with the logical cost-cutting compromises (which are not meant to last forever under regular use) also have the warranty. I wonder if it's a way to "fight" the wave of Chinese brands offering better performance for less money. In my case, if I had to choose for a Diamondback HD for around 200 € or a SvBony for around 100 €, the choice would be clear (let alone talking about the Crossfire)... but then you have the shadow of sample variation creeping in, which might scare you off when facing replacement/repairs with a less known brand... so maybe Vortex is offering the VIP warranty to compensate for that (don't know, just a hypothesis here).
What do you reckon? The entry level area is getting more and more exciting, the same way the middle range has been getting really attractive over the last years, let alone the 1000 €/$ range, where you are spoilt for choice of terrific models.