Tasco Essentials 10x25 Monocular: Customer Reviews & Product Details

I was surprised at the size of this monocular. It is 4.5 inches long which makes it a little long for my use. It gives a good clear view of something unless you are trying to remain low key and not be seen watching something. Considering the price, it is not a bad scope.

You can spend a lot more, but personally, I only would for a good pair of binoculars (probably image-stabilized). If you want the light weight and pocket-carried convenience of a monocular, this one is a great buy, at less than $10. The 25mm objective is fine for good light (e.g., daytime birdwatching), and the 10-power magnification is about as high as you can go for handheld viewing without image stabilization. The optical quality is quite fine. The eyepiece cushion is good for the "naked" eye, and can be folded back for good use over glasses or sunglasses. A very nice unit at a very low price.

What else can I say? This is a product that does exactly what it is supposed to do. Fast shipping, excellent optics, great price.

I purchased this monocular a few months ago to have something small enough I could carry in my paraglider for looking at a windsock on a distant hill. Works perfectly - if you don't need wide field of view this is way better than binoculars.

This Monocular is not a great piece of optics but is a well made packable viewer. I got one for a co-worker who admired it. It is just the thing for a quick look at something that captures your attention from a distance.