Early Prime Day binoculars deals: The best discounts and savings 2024

Bushnell binoculars deals
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If you're looking for the best early Prime Day binoculars deals, you're in the right place as we've highlighted the biggest discounts ahead of Amazon's Big Deal Days event.

The good news is that some of the best binoculars out there are on offer, so if you want to beat the rush and don't want to risk current deals expiring in the hope you might find something better, you're in luck. Binoculars are often a good tool for astronomers and stargazers as they can provide stunning night sky views and often cost less than the best telescopes even with some of the telescope deals available.

Our round-up of the best Prime Day binoculars deals features offers from several manufacturers across numerous retailers. But, if there's a name you know or trust, you can always check out our specific guides to the Bushnell binoculars deals, Nikon binoculars deals, Leica binoculars deals, Zeiss binoculars deals and Vortex binoculars deals.

Now is a good time to look for binoculars deals given the worthwhile discounts available. Generally, we recommend multi-coated optics and a Bak-4 prism design for crisp, clear views and if you don't want something too heavy or bulky, 8x or 10x magnification is what you should look out for. We've included more buying advice, which you'll find below the deals in this guide. We keep this page updated year-round and will do so through Amazon's Big Deal Days (October 8-9) too. So, for the best Prime Day binoculars deals, scroll down below.

Today's best binoculars deals

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was $89.95 now $80.95 at Amazon US

Get one of the lowest prices we've ever seen on a pair of quality, reliable safe solar viewing binoculars from Celestron. These binoculars feature a Porro prism design, are waterproof and are sufficient protection for direct solar viewing.

Note: Stock is starting to run low, so you'll have to be quick to get this deal.

Save $59
was $269.95 now $210.95 at amazon.com

Save $59 on what we rate as the best binoculars on the market for affordable stargazing. They offer a wide aperture and powerful magnification and you can read more in our review of these binoculars. 

Note: You can save a further $20 by applying the coupon, but hurry as stock is low.

Save nearly $110
was $338.95 now $229.95 at adorama.com

Save nearly $110 on a pair of binoculars we rate as the best for daytime use. It features some high-end glass and you can check out our review for it but, the before price here seems to have been spiked a little to make it seem like you're saving more than you actually are. The price to pay is still good though. 

Save $40
was $299.95 now $259.95 at amazon.com

Save $40 on a pair of binoculars we believe is the best on the market for under $300. You can read more in our Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 review.

Note: You can save a further $20 by applying the coupon.

Save 37% (UK ONLY)
was £109 now £69 at amazon.co.uk

Save 37% (UK ONLY) on the Olympus 8x40 S binoculars are lightweight, durable and boast excellent optics for this price. It features a 40mm aperture, an 8x magnification and a rubber armour - all of which mean you get a comfortable and clear viewing experience.

$450
was $2,250.95 now $1,796.95 at adorama.com

Ideal for more experienced stargazers, these hefty Astroluxe-XL binoculars have had over $450 knocked off their price on Adorama. You'll be able to spot stars, moons and planets with excellent clarity through these.

Save $70
was $319.95 now $259 at Amazon US

Save $70 on these specialist binoculars, or you can get them at Adorama (the saving is greater but the price you pay is more) which are specifically designed for stargazing. The 80mm apertures allow in plenty of light, which should mean that you’ll get views of distant stars and planets. They’re a little heavy so a tripod is recommended. 

Note: You have to apply the $30 coupon to get this discount.

19% off and their lowest price this year
was $99 now $79.99 at Amazon US

Fog-proof features make this lightweight pair of Bushnell binos ideal for colder nights. The model boasts multi-coated optics and BaK 4 Prisms, too, so it's great quality for this price point. These binoculars are also 19% off and their lowest price this year

Save 24%
was $104.95 now $79.59 at amazon.com

Save 24% on a quality pair of Celestron binoculars that feature multi-coated optics and BaK-4 prisms. They're waterproof and fog proof and come with a rubber armor exterior too. You can grab the 8x42 model for under $100 too

Note: You can save a further $10 by applying the coupon.

6x, 7x and lower magnifications

Vixen SG 2.1x42 Binoculars Deals

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Generally speaking, this section of binoculars is aimed at kids, because of the low magnification, but that's not to dismiss them. There are plenty of options to keep budding stargazers and bird watchers happy that won't tire out little arms with heavy optics. We recommend looking for a minimum of 30mm when it comes to the objective lens but anything above that should still let plenty of light in for clear night sky views. 

There are a few pairs we've included in this section: the Celestron Cometron 7x50, which is actually our top pick for kids, alongside the super-rugged National Geographic 6x21 Children's binos and the Vixen SG 2.1x42. This latter pair are designed for wide-field observation and offer an incredible stereoscopic depth. Below, you'll find the best offers on all of these, depending on availability in your area.

8x binoculars

Opticron Adventurer T WP 8x42 Binoculars Deals

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Most people will tell you that 10x50 is the ideal magnification-to-aperture ratio for stargazing binoculars. While this is generally a good rule to follow, we actually think that some of the best binoculars for stargazing fall into the 8x42 category. These are the Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 binoculars – in our list of best binoculars – which have a wider field of view than 10x50 models and also boast a crisp, clear view of objects. 

Also below - depending on availability - you'll see the Opticron Adventurer T WP 8x42, Nikon Prostaff 3S 8x42 and Celestron Nature DX 8x32. All of these models are ideal for kids who are interested in stargazing and would prefer a slightly higher magnification than those found in the models above.

On a further note, the Nikon Prostaff P3 8x42 features in our guide for the best binoculars as the best for beginners. You can find out why we rate them that highly in our review of them 

10x binoculars

Product photo of the Nikon 10x50 Aculon A211 binoculars

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This section is for models with 10x magnifications, and you're likely to find most of the top options for astronomy here. The reason for that is they're powerful enough for you to view night sky targets but compact enough to carry around with ease. If you're looking for a cost-effective alternative to a top telescope, this is where you'll find it. 

If they're available in your local area, you should see the best prices for the following models below: the Canon 10x42L IS WP and Olympus 10x25 WP II (both excellent for budding young astronomers) along with the Opticron Adventurer II WP 10x50, the Vortex 10x50 Crossfire HD, the Nikon 10x50 Aculon A211 and the Celestron UpClose G2 10x50.

12x binoculars

Celestron Skymaster 12x60 Binoculars Deals

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At this size, the binoculars are almost akin to a small portable telescope, as the 12x magnification lets you focus on deep sky objects like the Andromeda Galaxy. You might want to start thinking about using a tripod if you're opting for models in this category, as they're heavier and less compact than their counterparts with lower magnification - so it's much trickier to hold these binoculars steady.

Depending on stock availability, this section is where you'll find the best available prices for the Nikon Action EX 12x50, Celestron Skymaster 12x60 and the Celestron Celestron Nature DX 12x56

15x binoculars

Celestron skymaster 15x70 binocular product image

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At this size, there's no maybe about it: you're going to need a tripod. You'll also probably have to pay out a little more for the higher magnification - but it's well worth it if you're a serious stargazer, as binoculars of this type will reveal everything from the detailed surface of the moon to the brightest deep sky objects. 

There are a couple of our favorites below for you to check out, both of which are worth the purchase and you can't go wrong with them. The excellent and highly recommended Celestron SkyMaster 15x70 and the Meade Instruments 15x70 Astro.

25x binoculars

Celestron SkyMaster 25x100 binocular Binoculars Deals

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The final models in our round-up of binoculars deals offer 25x magnification. It's not quite the same as those offered by the best telescopes around, but it's still very impressive. With this magnification, you'll just about be able to perceive Jupiter’s atmospheric belts in the field of view. Check out our Celestron SkyMaster 25x100 review for a more in-depth look. 

We've included just one model in this category below, the Celestron SkyMaster 25x100. These aren't a beginner's model at all, as expected they're big, they also aren't cheap however the optics you get are top-quality and you get crystal clear views of your night sky targets. 

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Jase Parnell-Brookes
Managing Editor, e-commerce

Jase Parnell-Brookes is the Managing Editor for e-commerce for Space and Live Science. Previously the Channel Editor for Cameras and Skywatching at Space, Jase has been an editor and contributing expert across a wide range of publications since 2010. Based in the UK, they are also an award-winning photographer and educator winning the Gold Prize award in the Nikon Photo Contest 2018/19 and named Digital Photographer of the Year in 2014. After completing their Masters degree in 2011 and qualifying as a teacher in 2012, Jase has spent the last two decades studying and working in photography and publishing in multiple areas, and specializes in low light optics and camera systems.

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