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Thermal binoculars for big game hunting: comparison 2025

The best thermal binoculars for big game hunting

Thermal binoculars are a must-have for early-morning stalking, deer-counting or bloodhounding. Unlike monoculars, these models offer natural, comfortable observation, with better depth perception and less eye fatigue. In 2025, the market is renewing itself with ever more high-end models, combining ultra-defined thermal sensors, integrated rangefinders and even digital night vision.

Here's our selection of the best thermal binoculars for big game hunting, with a comparison of this year's most interesting models.

Pulsar Merger LRF XL50

PULSAR thermal imaging binoculars MERGER LRF XL50 integrated rangefinder

High-definition thermal sensor 1024x768 @ 12 µm, fast F50/1.0 aperture lens and built-in laser rangefinder... Pulsar Merger LRF XL50 binoculars are this year's flagship model. They offer an extremely detailed image that makes it easy to identify antlers, morphology and even the attitude of an animal. This model's 2.5-20× zoom remains usable thanks to its pixel density, and the low-magnification field of view facilitates quick spotting.

Key features:

• 1024×768 thermal resolution, far superior to conventional standards.
• Long-range detection up to approx. 2,300 m on a deer.
• Smooth, wide-field digital zoom at 2.5× for rapid area scanning.
• Classic binocular ergonomics, with removable battery and integrated rangefinder.

Who's it for? For demanding hunters who want the best thermal accuracy to clearly identify game at long range.

HIKMICRO Habrok Pro HX60LN

HIKMICRO HABROK PRO HX60LN Thermal Binoculars

Hikmicro hits hard with this multi-spectral model that combines a 1280×1024 thermal sensor (that's 1.3 megapixels in thermal!) with a 4K digital camera for night vision. With its 60 mm f/1.0 thermal lens and 1,000 m rangefinder, HIKMICRO Habrok Pro HX60LN is one of the most versatile cameras on the market. Its built-in 940 nm IR illuminator lets you complete the night image without alerting game.

Key features :

• 1280×1024 thermal sensor among the most defined on the market.
• Detection range up to approx. 3,100 m.
• Replaceablemulti-spectral thermal, 4K night, LRF and IRvision.
• Designed for long hours of observation.

Who's it for? High-resolution thermal for approach and natural 4K night vision for a different kind of observation... These binoculars are for enthusiasts looking for versatility.

HIKMICRO Habrok Pro HQ50LN

Thermal vision binoculars HIKMICRO Habrok PRO HQ50LN

A "50 mm" version of the Habrok Pro range, this model retains the winning combination of thermal and digital, but with slightly more compact optics than the HX60LN. The thermal sensor is identical (1280×1024), but the detection range is slightly reduced, making the HIKMICRO Habrok Pro HQ50LN more manageable and a little more accessible.

Features:

• 1280×1024 thermal sensor with excellent detail reproduction.
• 50 mm f/1.0 optics for a good compromise between range and field of view.
• Full multispectral module with 4K night vision and integrated rangefinder.
• Slightly more compact than the HX60LN.

Who's it for? For those who want top-of-the-range Hikmicro image quality, but in a more practical, handy version.

Pulsar Merger Duo NXP50

Merger DUO NXP50 multi-channel thermal and night vision Pulsar binoculars

With the Duo NXP50, Pulsar breaks new ground with "multi-channel" binoculars combining thermal imaging and digital night vision. With the Pulsar Merger Duo NXP50, you can switch from one mode to the other depending on conditions, using thermal imaging to easily spot game, and digital imaging to observe your surroundings realistically. All with an integrated laser rangefinder and Pulsar's own optical quality.

Key features:

• Hybrid binoculars combining thermal and digital night vision.
• Effectivethermal detection to locate game.
• Detailed digital image for realistic observation.
• Integrated rangefinder for reliable distance estimation.

Who's it for? For versatile hunters who want to adapt to real-time viewing conditions.

The best binoculars for big game hunting, in a nutshell

In 2025, the best binoculars for big game hunting offer much more than just thermal vision. Pulsar and Hikmicro dominate the market with increasingly accurate and versatile models.

• For pure thermal definition, the Pulsar Merger LRF XL50 is a top choice.
• For versatility, the Hikmicro Habrok Pro HX60LN is the obvious choice, thanks to its record-breaking thermal sensor and 4K night vision.
• For maneuverability, the HQ50LN version offers a very good compromise.
• And for hunters curious about hybrids, the Pulsar Duo NXP50 combines the best of both worlds.

Long-distance stalking, discreet approach or naturalistic observation... Choosing the best thermal binoculars is above all a question of making your choice according to the type of big game you hunt. In all cases, the top-of-the-range models featured in this comparison offer greater ease of use and efficiency than other models on the market.

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