Trijicon MRO vs Aimpoint PRO: Which Is The Better Red Dot?

Published on August 30, 2019
Duration: 16:36

This review compares the Trijicon MRO and Aimpoint PRO red dot sights, evaluating battery life, dot quality, field of view, weight, and mounting options. While both are high-quality, non-Chinese optics suitable for defensive use, the MRO is favored for its lighter weight and more common battery, despite the PRO showing slightly less parallax.

Quick Summary

The Trijicon MRO and Aimpoint PRO are both high-quality red dot sights. The MRO is lighter (5.8 oz) and uses a common CR2032 battery, while the PRO (11.6 oz) offers slightly less parallax. Both provide excellent battery life for defensive applications.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Shooting Footage
  2. 01:28Battery Specs & Life Comparison
  3. 03:18Dot Quality & Intensity
  4. 04:49Lens Tint & Field of View
  5. 06:32Mounting Options & Weight
  6. 10:00Cost & Manufacturing Origin
  7. 11:34Parallax & Materials Analysis
  8. 13:52Final Summary & Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences in battery life and type between the Trijicon MRO and Aimpoint PRO?

Both optics boast exceptional battery life, with the MRO offering up to 50,000 hours and the PRO around 30,000 hours. The MRO uses a common CR2032 battery, while the PRO uses a DL1/3N battery.

How do the Trijicon MRO and Aimpoint PRO compare in terms of size and weight?

The Trijicon MRO is significantly lighter and more compact, weighing 5.8 oz with a mount. The Aimpoint PRO is heavier, coming in at 11.6 oz with its factory mount.

Which red dot sight, Trijicon MRO or Aimpoint PRO, has better dot quality and field of view?

The MRO's 2 MOA dot is often perceived as slightly crisper. The MRO also has a larger objective lens (25mm vs 23mm) providing a slightly wider field of view, though both are sufficient for practical use.

Does the Aimpoint PRO or Trijicon MRO have less parallax?

According to data referenced from Green Eye Tactical, the Aimpoint PRO generally exhibits less parallax shift compared to the Trijicon MRO, making it potentially more forgiving for off-axis shots.

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