Bushnell NightVision Equinox Z2 vs Nightfox Prowl 2

Buy the Bushnell Equinox Z2 if you want a handheld digital monocular with real optical zoom and long reach for spotting at distance. Buy the Nightfox Prowl 2 if you want a head-mounted, hands-free unit for walking, airsoft or helmet use. The Bushnell's 5x zoom and 1000-foot IR range beat the Prowl's 460-foot reach, but the Prowl is lighter, rechargeable, IP65-rated and comes with two swappable lenses. Owners rate the Prowl's ease of use high but its image quality only around 5/10, so expect grainy digital night vision from both.

• Choose the Bushnell Equinox Z2 if you need zoom and long-range IR for watching animals or property from a fixed spot.
• Choose the Nightfox Prowl 2 if you want a light, waterproof, head-mounted monocular for moving around at night.