VisioGear Night Thunder X1
A waterproof, long-running binocular for boaters, campers and wildlife watchers who want 4K recording. Treat its range claim with caution.
Amazon $249.99$249.99
The VisioGear Night Thunder X1 is the better digital night vision device overall, rated 3.8 to 2.6. The VisioGear Night Thunder X1 leads on waterproofing, runtime and optics. The Bresser Digital NV Binocular 3x wins on warranty. The Bresser Digital NV Binocular 3x costs $29.99 less ($220 vs $249.99).
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Bresser Digital NV Binocular 3x
A simple AA-powered night vision binocular with a long warranty, for watching the garden or a feeder from a window. The picture is low resolution and it should be kept out of the rain.
Amazon $220$220
Which should you buy?
- Choose the VisioGear Night Thunder X1 for waterproofing (IP67 vs not water resistant), runtime (10 h stated runtime vs 5 h stated runtime) and optics (42 mm objective, 13° view vs 3x optical, 10° view).
- Choose the Bresser Digital NV Binocular 3x for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every binoculars and goggles digital night vision device; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | VisioGear Night Thunder X1 | Bresser Digital NV Binocular 3x |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Image 25% | 50 sensor and screen resolution not published (neutral score used) | 0 640 x 480 sensor, 320 x 240 screen |
| Optics 15% | 73 42 mm objective, 13° view | 40 3x optical, 10° view |
| Runtime 15% | 100 10 h stated runtime | 38 5 h stated runtime |
| Value 15% | 38 $249.99 | 44 $220 |
| Waterproofing 10% | 100 IP67 | 0 not water resistant |
| Warranty 10% | 25 2-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
| Recording 5% | 100 records 4K | 50 records, resolution not published (neutral score used) |
| Claimed range 5% | 100 3,940 ft claimed | 22 427 ft claimed |
Specifications
| VisioGear Night Thunder X1 | Bresser Digital NV Binocular 3x | |
|---|---|---|
| Image | ||
| Type | Binocular | Binocular |
| Sensor | Sony STARVIS 2 | CMOS |
| Sensor resolution | - | 640 x 480 |
| Screen | - | LCD |
| Screen resolution | - | 320 x 240 |
| Optics | ||
| Optical magnification | - | 3x |
| Digital zoom | - | 2x |
| Objective lens | 42 mm | - |
| Field of view | 13 ° | 10 ° |
| IR illuminator | 850 nm | 850 nm |
| Claimed range in darkness | 3,940 ft | 427 ft |
| Recording and power | ||
| Video recording | 4K | Yes |
| Phone app / Wi-Fi | Yes | No |
| Battery | Built-in, 5,000 mAh | 4 x AA |
| Battery capacity | 5,000 mAh | - |
| Runtime at night | 10 h | 5 h |
| Build | ||
| Head mount included | No | No |
| Water protection | IP67 | No |
| Weight | - | 15.1 oz |
| Warranty | 2 years | 5 years |