Vortex Venom vs Arken EPL-4

Vortex Venom 3-15x44 vs Arken EPL-4 4-16x44 . Arken vs Vortex is always a fun comparison video to make . Watch the Video and judge for yourself which is best for you . The Venon 3-15 is FAR BETTER than the Vortex Venon 5-25 . The Venom 5-25 is one of the worst performing scopes I’ve ever reviewed . The Arken EPL-4 4-16 on the other hand is a winner every time .
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[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

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[@Lookingoutthere]

Hey Joe just watched the 22 shot out with the jarhead and you used a Weatherby semi automatic 22 as far as I’m concerned with semi and your group sizes, you spanked the crap out of them.

[@ronbeckybeasley3566]

I was a Vortex guy. Watching your videos on the Arken and I’ve bought 2 this month. I’m very impressed with the Arkens.

[@Not-the-only-one]

for the money Arken is hard to beat.

[@ronbeckybeasley3566]

@@Not-the-only-one I agree

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

They really are killer buys

[@ronbeckybeasley3566]

@@CyclopsJoeVideos thank you for your video. I do appreciate it.

[@ESC-AZ88]

If you’re weight and compact conscious, you’ll end up with the Vortex

[@willtrax71]

I’m still searching for that budget blockbuster and the reviews of the Fujinon Accurion are freaking stellar for the price and made in the wonderful Philippines lol. Great review Mr. Rhea..

[@GeorgesAdventure-LetsGO]

Just got my Venom, my first Vortex. First impression is wow. I need to get an Arken to compare.

[@michaelturner2691]

Just picked up my second Arken today. SH 4j for my 6mm arc build. Got the ep5 on my cva bolt action 223 and so far im liking Arken alot for the price. By the way thanks for the discount code! Saved this old man so money for the 2nd😂

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

No worries

[@williamwilson2624]

Great review, Joe!

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Thank you

[@ADDIEPUDDER]

Dude, loving your channel!! This ole girl is new to shooting a rifle. About to be 60 :) Have lots of questions, but I will start low and go slow - read where I should buy a really nice scope for my 22 because I will probably be using it more for practice. In doing so, what would you recommend? I have watched your video on intro to scopes, but I have no idea what I should get for heavy practice. Would love your feedback. Thanks and again, enjoy your videos!!

[@Grumpyseabee22]

I’m gonna wager that Arken wins.

[@ThatGuy-kf7fo]

Love your quick, no bullshit reviews and sense of humor. If you get time, I’d love a review or comparison of the best 1 inch scopes still available. Seems like they’re getting hard to find.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Man you aren't lying !!

[@ThinkSoberly]

I’ve looked through Arkens at least twice to three times they always look darker and slightly whiteish than all of my Vortex scopes…. copperhead, tactical and viper all seem brighter than Arkens that I’ve looked through. I don’t think I would ever purchase one. I would probably purchase a

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Everyone eyes are different, be sure and buy what suits you . Forget what others say

[@wowguy3562]

Good review Joe, thanks

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Thanks for watching!

[@edhalson3154]

Excellent review Joe! Arken cheaper and has illumination! A favorable review for the Vortex too but Arken for the win!

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

To be fair this lil vortex is nice

[@KotaMW]

literally been trying to decide for months between these two.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

I hope this helps.

[@nottoday4972]

Purchasing three scopes from Arken. Appreciate the code! Hope I win one of your giveaways one day. Appreciate all the reviews had to resubscribe. Somehow was inscribed.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Glad you like them! Yeah unsubs happens

[@tbrown91241]

I didn't watch this but it's the fuckin arken all day everyday

[@ldegouw]

How did you not talk about the Arken image distortion near the outer edge of the scope. That would be a deal breaker right there. What's the go?

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

It’s the camera , but I just show it as it’s filmed

[@nunzionapoli6325]

It's not about the brand name, it's about the Vortex warranty... not to mention the ridiculous Arken handling and shipping.

[@scarter176]

Joe, off the subject have you ever done a review on the Sight Mark Latitude 20-60 x80 spotting scope ?

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

No man sorry I haven’t ….check moondog2a channel

[@michaelcoley9360]

Has anyone had to send an Arken back for warranty repair? Vortex is pretty quick and painless from my experience. Unsure about Arken service department

[@Lucysdad66]

I'm getting ready to buy 4 scopes I've gotten to far ahead with rifles without scopes and most of mine are leupold or zeiss but I'm retired now and don't have the budget i use to and have been doing a lot of research and i think i'm going to buy Arkin i can scope all 4 at once and not o e a year it only makes sense to me i don't like swapping scopes around.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

You will be very happy with them

[@charliemowry774]

Good to see your smiling face 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@harryodell9497]

Still love my Arkens

[@KevinWood44]

Comes down to weight. If u need your scope to also be a club, a mallet or an anchor...go with the the Arken I guess

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Every body’s needs are different

[@joztunes69]

I'm going with the Arken, I'm not a fan of vortex

[@Bluedog6_9]

Your too hard on yourself, brilliant videos ..

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Thank You

[@jdmbraceyourself9860]

Arken

[@jerrydefrancesco9287]

Arken all the way.

[@jerrysong610]

Both are made in China😛

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

So is what you are commenting with

[@bjornegan6421]

why do you choose to use profanity?

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Just how me and my friends talk

[@bjornegan6421]

@@CyclopsJoeVideos have you ever thought about why you do that?

[@pakho7528]

I do not buy made in chiNA

[@mastodon24]

Commenting for the algorithm. I clicked the “notify” on your preview, yet YT didn’t notify when this video dropped. Long live the republic.

[@BigTimberLodge]

Cyclops Joe, your honesty is why we love you

[@realtruth4259]

GETTIN SOFT IN OLD AGE.... #ARKEN GR8 VIDEO THNX

[@stayvigilant007]

As a long time Vortex "guy", I have always found, for the money, Vortex optics are hard to beat. I have about 15 different Vortex optics from some Razor HD LHT's, to as cheap as the Crossfire II. All have been fantastic, the warranty is legit, the people at Vortex are awesome to work with, and I highly recommend to everyone. That being said, what you get for the money with the Arken's, is ridiculous. I bought an EPL-4 for a Ruger American 6.5 CR, for under 800.00 for the entire package...hard to beat.

[@JohnDoe-jn4ex]

You could review TP and I would watch. The Hitler TP rant would be amazing 😻

[@carlosugarte1450]

Good morning shooters! Good stuff Joe, thanks!

[@willtrax71]

I would like to see an Arken SFP without illumination.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

There may be something coming on down the line

[@sammartinez8084]

Your show is great show and The best and you always save me money 🤑🤑 and you are a great guy 👏👏👏👏🌞

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Thank you

[@TanvirAnowar]

Thanks for explaining it, just curious to know will it be a good idea to buy a vortex venom or over the time it loose it's effectiveness?

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

A good scope will last a lifetime

[@PrecisionRifleNetwork]

Good video sir.

[@timmy4539]

Looking good joe joe

[@doctornamelisted4280]

I’m just going to go ahead and say Arlen 😊

[@linkchen8245]

Id go with vortex actually this time. Also you know Joe is a vortex fanboy LOL

[@keithweathersbee1]

Not another scope video

[@wowguy3562]

Shirley, you're joking, right???

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

That’s my home run swing

[@skinnymitchairgunbrotherho7152]

👍👍👍👍👋

[@Fister_of_Muppets]

I have two Arkens. No complaints, they're solid AF. But, I finally broke down and bought a Vortex 😢... the 1-6 Venom. I must say, this thing has a Trump HYOOOUUUGE field of view. And I really like the reticle. It doesn't have the nice clicky turrets like the Arkens, but in my experience the Vortex turrets are repeatable and reliable. I even gave up one of my Swampfox Arrowheads because I like the Venom that much better.

[@scottneedham9765]

👍

[@toddparsons2980]

👍

[@modestextreme]

Compare the element helix and the swampfox patriot with these please.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

I may do that

[@about2acres824]

I have the EPL-4 4-16x44 and the EPL-4 6-24x50 and I love them, my only regret is that I got them in MIL and wish that I had got them in MOA.

[@OriOnTheIguanaHunter]

Joe, great video and the timing is awesome. I can't say much but you should definitively check me next video, I'm going to be talking about some of the gear I'm using and why :-)

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Thanks! Will do! , hope you are well buddy

[@willtrax71]

I really want to get a Vortex lower end Optic but I would rather have the Diamondback line over the Copperhead, I prefer Philippine Hookers over Chinese… The Diamondback 3.5-10 would be a perfect range for hunting here in Virginia. Great video Mr. Rhea…

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Philippine…hmmmmmmm

[@willtrax71]

@@CyclopsJoeVideos I read where the Diamondbacks like some of the Burris are made in the Philippines and top quality. I’m still looking at the Sightron and actually Fujinon/Fujifilm Scopes.

[@velvet7828]

Didn't hear you mention one is a 34mm and the other 30mm tube?

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

True , was trying my best for apples to apples

[@Moondog2A]

Great comparison Joe with 90% less bombs than usual, did you fill up your swearjar?

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Lol . No I must have been off my game

[@tommykawasaki9676]

My buddies bought me a Vortex tee shirt. LOL 😂 EEDIOTS ! I ain’t wearin that. I’m gonna get one made up that says, “TASCO”

[@davidelkins9586]

I have the venom 5-25 and I absolutely love it! The Arken scopes aren't bad for the price that I can agree on.

[@williammcguire1823]

I’ve been a Vortex fan for years partially due to the daylight bright illumination on both my Viper scopes. I just got an Arken EPL-4 in today. I love the scope except I can’t see the illumination outside. Granted for a third of the price of the Viper, it’s a helluva scope. Due to old age, I really need the Illumination to use like a red dot on moving animals. I saw your videos on the Sig Sauer Whiskey 4 scopes. Did you get the illuminated version? If so, is the illumination any brighter than the Arken?

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

The sign illuminated reticle is brighter yes

[@williammcguire1823]

@@CyclopsJoeVideos Thank you!

[@PassionforRifles]

Arken is better, hands down

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

In my opinion it is for sure

[@PassionforRifles]

@@CyclopsJoeVideos Thank you for the test, sir🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@winstonchurchill6506]

My monies on the 3 stooges sir,cheers from u k

[@ChristianGrest]

Didn't focus? Man... not the quality I expect...lol. No it happens brother... always appreciate the honesty even when it's a mess up. Both these scopes look pretty dang good. Appreciate the comparison!

[@IgorMarinho-y4d]

Quais lunetas vc indicaria para a caça do javali em um rifle 308 ou 30-06 estou na dúvida entre tantos modelos e fabricantes

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

I would pick the GPO 1.5-9 and never look back

[@IgorMarinho-y4d]

Boa tarde não tenho acesso a essa marca aqui no Brasil. Aqui encontra com facilidade (hawke) (vector óptic) ( vórtex) e algumas Leopold. Quais os modelos de entrada da vortex seria melhor pra essa finalidade!!!!!

[@ajflyingatyomouth2831]

I have the EP-5 on my Howa .308

[@jongruen7854]

When are you going to review their new 1-6X SFP?

[@linkchen8245]

which brand and line of 1-6 ?

[@jongruen7854]

@@linkchen8245 My bad. Arken Optics, LH-6.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

It’ll be a few weeks , I’m moving

[@e.l.robbins5614]

Great honesty Joe.

[@JupitertheGiant-qe7ir]

Funny scope man :)

[@fifeohfarmingnstuff4416]

Just ordered n received my Arken w/ the capped turrets for deer season. Caint wait to mount it on my Ruger American In 6mm ARC n go Deer hunting...

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

It just used mine today . Works like a charm

[@fifeohfarmingnstuff4416]

@@CyclopsJoeVideos I'm honored, Thx for the reply

[@linkchen8245]

Very nice ! Joe, you should compare the EP5 5-25 to the Venom 5-25 as well. Looking forward to your video !

[@FieroGTXX]

Dang I got the 5x25 from both makers. What's wrong with the vortex?

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Already have

[@FieroGTXX]

@@CyclopsJoeVideos I see it now. I had the exact opposite opinion with the two units I have. But I agree. Regardless if the make we shouldn't have to send them back over and over to get a good one. Funny cuz everyone else's Arken doesn't look like 💩

[@BenchrestMarksman]

Great video, Joe! It's always so good to see your reviews

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Thanks Buddy

[@RockIslandguy]

Arken wins when you factor in price. Vortex doesn't have anything over the Arken worth the price difference in my opinion. Thanks for the great review.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

I agree 100%

[@narf.22]

Hi Joe. Great vid. Dont like the Vortex Stuff. Could you bring a comparison between the epl4, the sh4 and the ep5?

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

That’s a great idea man !!!!!

[@MoSportsUSA]

I have several Arken after wincing as I bought the first due to their much lower pricing. It was so good I now have four more.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

I love what Arken brings to the market

[@DrAgan_tortojed]

I thought this is Vortex Venom 3-15 vs Arken 4-16. At 01:08 to 01:20, the 6 - 24 is shown. Why? It's a bit confusing...

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

I used the wrong footage . I have hundreds of hours of footage

[@Not-the-only-one]

not really a fair comparison more magnification should translate into less light, but as mentioned the Vortex 5-25 sucks

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Yep

[@andyphillips8862]

great video, in your mind, what's the best 22lr bench rest scope 50 metres to 200 metres?

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

I use either a Weaver t24 or leupold 45x45

[@roccofortura2468]

Great and honest review as always, greatly appreciated, thank you.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Much appreciated!

[@michaelstumpf3646]

Joe, I need a scope for a RWS 350 22cal tuned 6 power 3 x 9 would be fine.I squirrel hunt and back yard plink.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Leupold Rimfire is the way to go if possible

[@chrisshanks3130]

I bought a Arken and it does not stay calibrated. Buy something else.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Get in touch with them . They will make it right , guaranteed

[@bennonlapworth5026]

I 2nd the EPL4 4-16×44. It was my first Arken product and one I had to wait awhile here in Aust

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

That’s a super nice one

[@JoefromSoCal]

I know which one I’d buy based on this review. Thanks for another good video, Joe

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Glad to help!

[@dennisholle1005]

Thanks for an honest review Joe.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Any time!

[@Snailz5]

Were these on the same magnification settings? The Arken looks more zoomed in. If they were close, the Vortex clearly has a much wider field of view. The vortex image was also much more clear. Blurring/dinging was only happening on the very edges of the image while pretty much everything outside of about 15 MOA on the reticle for the Arken was rather blurry. If these observations match yours, let us know. I’d say that your reviews are typically too short. More detailed observations would be valuable since the camera can lie. I’m usually one to recommend Arken, but there seems to be a pretty stark difference in image between these two.

[@chadperry4021]

I went down the rabbit hole of comparing field of view with several different scopes around the 3-15 or 4-16 range. The venom’s only weak spot for the price is it’s weight.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

It’s just hard to get repeatable footage thru a scope . In real life both look great

[@Snailz5]

Thanks for clarifying. I don’t want to see the 30+ minute tibersaurous reviews Joe, but some deeper dives at longer ranges in different lighting would be nice every now and again. Something in the 10-15 minute range would be nice.

[@TheRange7]

I'm a Vortex guy and have been for a long time. Even with the lifetime warranty I've never had to use it. If i ever do buy another high powered scope, I may have to try an Arken.

[@DRAGONRIDER385]

[@ironduke2660]

Appreciate the honest reviews! most of all I enjoy your humor and the fluidity of your videos! It's not easy to talk to a camera with that much confidence! cheers!

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@smallgameslam1755]

What is arkens phone number? I have questions about their scope.

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

I just email them , it’s on the website

[@Longdongsilver-oy6nj]

Who has better warranty? 😂🤷🏻‍♂️

[@CyclopsJoeVideos]

Same on both