Bushnell TRS-25 Budget Red Dot Sight Review

Published on January 13, 2017
Duration: 3:18

This review of the Bushnell TRS-25 budget red dot sight covers its performance after 500 rounds across an AR-15 and Tactical 22. The reviewer highlights its solid construction for the price, but notes concerns with battery life, a low cheek weld requiring a riser, and poor lens cover design. Despite these issues, it's deemed a good entry-level option that holds zero.

Quick Summary

The Bushnell TRS-25 red dot sight, tested with 500 rounds, holds zero well for its budget price of $69. However, concerns include faster battery life depletion, a low mounting height requiring a riser for comfortable cheek weld, and poorly designed lens covers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Overview
  2. 00:05Bushnell TRS-25 Red Dot Scope
  3. 00:21Round Count & Firearms Used
  4. 00:30Overall Satisfaction & Concerns
  5. 00:40Price & Initial Feel
  6. 00:49Budget Optic Expectations
  7. 01:00Online Chatter & Logo Variations
  8. 01:14Included Accessories
  9. 01:21Reviewer's Needs & Zero Hold
  10. 01:44Entry-Level Performance
  11. 01:53Three Main Concerns
  12. 01:56Concern 1: Battery Life
  13. 02:11Concern 2: Cheek Weld & Riser Need
  14. 02:43Concern 3: Lens Cover Design
  15. 02:57Overall Conclusion & Recommendation
  16. 03:10Final Thoughts on Bushnell TRS-25

Frequently Asked Questions

How many rounds has the Bushnell TRS-25 been tested with?

The Bushnell TRS-25 red dot sight has been tested with a total of 500 rounds. This includes 350 rounds fired from an AR-15 rifle and an additional 150 rounds from a Tactical 22 rifle.

What are the main drawbacks of the Bushnell TRS-25?

The primary concerns with the Bushnell TRS-25 are faster-than-expected battery drain, a low mounting height that necessitates a riser for proper cheek weld, and poorly designed rubber lens covers.

Is the Bushnell TRS-25 good for home defense or tactical use?

While the Bushnell TRS-25 holds zero and functions for basic shooting, it's an entry-level optic. The reviewer suggests it's not suitable for high-stress tactical operations or overseas combat, but is adequate for a 'soccer dad' role.

What is the recommended solution for the low cheek weld on the Bushnell TRS-25?

The reviewer strongly recommends purchasing a riser for the Bushnell TRS-25, specifically a 1-inch riser, to achieve a comfortable and proper cheek weld, especially when used on an AR-15 platform.

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