Description
The Complete Package
Planning your next adventure or just looking for a special gift? Avalon 10x42 PRO HD binoculars feature professional level optics and beautiful packaging. They are designed to impress.
Need a Closer Look?
Avalon 10x42 PRO HD binoculars magnify at 10x times your normal eyesight. This is the ideal and most common magnification used in binoculars. View your subjects up close, in excellent detail, while avoiding any image shakiness or the need for a tripod.
Razor Sharp Images, Every Time
Avalon 10x42 PRO HD binoculars are fully multicoated on all glass-to-air surfaces. This allows for the highest level of light intake and results in brighter, crystal clear and razor sharp images.
Always in Focus
Avalon binoculars are easy to use. The central focus wheel allows you to quickly focus on subjects, either near or far. The single eye diopter can be set to adjust for differences between your right and left eye. It only needs to be set once for every user.
High Performance, Rain or Shine
Avalon 10x42 PRO HD binoculars are 100% waterproof and fog-proof. Internally purged with Nitrogen gas they are guaranteed to never fog up in extreme temperatures. The 42mm objective lenses produce clear bright images even when used in poor light conditions such as rain, fog, dawn or dusk.
Glass On, Glass Off
With a long 15mm eye relief and adjustable twist-up eyecups, Avalon 10x42 PRO HD binoculars can be used by any viewer. Pickup a pair of Avalon binoculars and experience enhanced magnified views, either with or without glasses.
About This Offer
20% Savings
This product is discounted today and offered at 20% less than its normal retail price.
Lifetime warranty
This product includes a lifetime VIP warranty. If it proves to be defective in material or workmanship, we will simply replace it.
90-Days money back guarantee
If you’re not satisfied with the quality of your purchase, for any reason, simply send it back to us in its original packaging within 90 days for a full refund or replacement.
World's Lightest PRO Binoculars
Say goodbye to bulky old binoculars. Avalon 10x42 PRO HD, weighing at only 550 grams, are the world’s lightest professional level binoculars. The perfect choice for birdwatching, safari, sports viewing, hunting or travel.
Nothing is Left Behind
There is nothing more annoying than loosing small accessories. Avalon 10x42 PRO HD have their lens covers connected to the binoculars, so you never forget or loose them. They can also be removed from the binoculars and easily inserted back in again if needed.
Easy Hang Buckle (Neck Strap is Included)
360 View
Magnification Guide
Colin Turrell (verified owner) –
Very impressed with these bins. Bright clear imaging, not at all heavy and a joy to use.
Michael Prosser (verified owner) –
The new binoculars are fine. Much lighter than my old ones, very clear and easy to use. They arrived very quickly after placing the order. Ideal for their intended use, mainly bird watching.
Gordon (verified owner) –
Only used them a couple of times so far but I am very impressed. Nice and light for their size, optics are brilliant. What more can I say that hasn’t already been said in previous reviews
Penny (verified owner) –
Comfortable the hand. A lovely clear view but I haven’t tried them in the field yet, just in the garden.
A.Stefaniak (verified owner) –
Really pleased with binoculars and fast delivery
Alun Morgan (verified owner) –
Absolutely love these binoculars. A little heavier than my previous ones but these are larger and the images are crystal clear and bright. Easy to hold and easy to adjust. Delivered in super quick time. Brilliant!!
Christine Dickinson (verified owner) –
Excellent binoculars. Purchased for my daughters trip to Kenya. Very lightweight and a good price with next day delivery.
Nigel –
Excellent quality good price
Mickey Allen (verified owner) –
Fast delivery was very impressive. Once I finally got to use the glasses, I couldn’t be more impressed with the images etc .. Very good indeed, would certainly recommend them to anyone wishing to get some binoculars
Tony (verified owner) –
Very impressed. Next day deliver, as promised. Lighter in weight than Bushnell. Good, clear images. Definitely recommend.
Amanda Pattinson (verified owner) –
So Good! I had what I thought were a good pair of small, light binoculars but these are amazing. I’m not an expert but I can see so much more clearly with the Avalons. Even though they’re larger than my old ones, they are still very lightweight. Equipped with neck strap and lens covers. Brilliant
Algy Cole (verified owner) –
Prompt delivery – ordered Saturday, delivered Tuesday. Quality look and feel and great optics. The glasses-wearing function works very well for me. Just be careful with the front lens protectors – one came off as I was taking it out of the rucksack. It was easy to refit but just watch out for this.
Paul B (verified owner) –
I’ve owned a number of binoculars over the years but the last ones I bought (Canon) are no match for my new 10 x 42 Avalons in terms of vision & weight. My wife & I love bird watching & so far, we’ve been delighted with our new Avalons (my wife bought a platinum pair so we don’ t need to share!). Excellent quality for the money.
Kevan Harding –
Excellent pair of Binoculars, fantastic sharpness with the image. Looking forward to getting plenty of use.
Caroline Dewaele (verified owner) –
Binoculars are excellent, very clear . Strap could be better. My husband was so impressed he bought a pair for himself.
Dave (verified owner) –
You will not be disappointed if you purchase the Avalon 10×42 PRO HD Binoculars.
Excellent quality , not to big. I use mine for wildlife, & for horse race meetings. Focus is very sharp. Best binoculars I have ever bought. Will last a life time.
Keith Murray (verified owner) –
Very happy that we got these binoculars as they are excellent at what they do!!
Karen Griffin (verified owner) –
After researching these seemed the best and I’m not disappointed- fantastic purchase. Great quality and delivery timing
Stewart McGowan (verified owner) –
After reading all the reviews, thought I’d treat myself. Glad I did, they are excellent, can’t fault them at all, Speedy delivery and well packaged. Take it from me and all the others who have purchased these, you will not be disappointed.
M. Taylor (verified owner) –
Not had them long but on first use they appear great. Quality manufacture, Crystal clear image, manageable size, easy adjustment. They arrived in no time. So far very good.
Jo Smith (verified owner) –
These are absolutely brilliant and well worth the money. Very light compared to most other binoculars I looked at and high quality. Very happy with purchase
Michael Howells (verified owner) –
Top bins, definitely worth the money
Steve Deeming (verified owner) –
Had other make’s previously, which were to heavy and bulky, brought these as a present for myself after doing some research, best I’ve ever brought, very light and compact, excellent purchase and highly recommended, service was first class and very efficient delivery
Stephen Wilkinson (verified owner) –
Purchased these binoculars in order to watch birds. I have found them to be clear, light with a choice of eye relief. Overall these optics are very good for the price paid, highly recommended.
Mike (verified owner) –
Bought a pair for my wife previously, she was so pleased with them that I ordered a pair for myself. Great binoculars and brilliant customer service. Cannot recommend Avalon highly enough
John Nixon (verified owner) –
Excellent binoculars – rapid delivery.
Andy (verified owner) –
Absolutely brilliant. We love them and have a new weekend hobby for our weekend trips to the beaches and beauty spots of Scotland. Ordered the next size up today.
Charles Morgan –
A great gift. Excellent quality viewing. Lightweight and a handy grip. Useful twist-up and down eyecups for use with spectacles. Practical attachments to secure lens covers. Very pleased.
Derek Mill (verified owner) –
Generally very pleased, with one criticism. The central screw is stiffer than I am used to, so movement to adjust for distance between the eyes is harder than usual.
Ian Nicholls (verified owner) –
Walking the dog and not being able to see wildlife etc due to age thought I’d look into getting some binoculars. Looked online and so many to choose from at different price ranges and makes,no idea. The Avalon’s came up and looked a good price and specifications with very good customer reviews. Carried on looking but kept coming back to the Avalon 10×42 as the most suitable for me. Ordered them and true to reviews arrived within two days. Can see everything now that appears on the dog walks. A pair of Buzzards I see every day I can now actually make out details and watch them perched from a distance without scaring them off. The Avalon’s are not too heavy round my neck give good clear viewing and seem a great a price. Would recommend.
Ray Warren (verified owner) –
Lightweight, easy to set up. The binoculars offer a good balance of performance and ease of carrying them on walks etc. Very pleased.
Brian Nettleton (verified owner) –
Great product first class service very pleased
Tim Fogden (verified owner) –
Binoculars have been well delivered and are waitng for my wifes birthday.
Mick Ford (verified owner) –
Everything from choosing on the website, through ordering to delivery was excellent.
Terry Robins (verified owner) –
Haven’t had much chance to use them yet but what I have seen the optics seem very good and bright and the build quality seems spot on small minus is the carrying strap could be better
Dennis Groat (verified owner) –
We were pleased with the Avalon 10×42 Pro HD Binoculars, but we already have Admiral ll 8×30 fully coated optics and they are more or less the same strength as the Avalon 10×42, and we were wanting a stronger pair. We are returning the binoculars back to you for a full refund.
Jane Hughes (verified owner) –
Bought as a present for my husband. He is delighted with them. They do everything the description suggests. Service and delivery excellent.
Bob Stokes (verified owner) –
So far so wonderful. I’m upgrading from my 8×30 binos and enjoyed the clarity of image, ease of focus and lighter weight all useful features.
I look forward to more spotting and viewing with this excellent product.
Malcolm Gillam (verified owner) –
Great bins, love them clarity perfect, easy to use, lightweight, protection caps. A VERY GOOD PRODUCT THANK YOU AVALON.
Mary Smith (verified owner) –
Lovely binoculars, perfect for me, lightweight and easy to use, Delivery was excellent, ordered one day delivered the next ,what else can I say except Thank you.
Malcolm Dunks (verified owner) –
Very pleased with our purchase. Perfectly weighted. Clear, bright and easy to focus. Precision feel.
Michael Chapman (verified owner) –
I am very happy with binoculars tried them today lovely and clear going to enjoy my bird watching even more now.
David Jackson (verified owner) –
Dear Avalon The binoculars are a gift for our son he lives in Plymouth and he is going through an intense course of chemoradiotherapy he loves to watch the ships and the wildlife, he is thrilled with the binoculars even though he hasn’t been able to use them much so far, impressed with your service and your staff and their involvement with wildlife and their travels, our son has read all about them Thankyou.
S E Hardman (verified owner) –
My husband has binoculars for astronomy, but the prism detached, also he finds his heavier than mine. He decided he would use them more for bird watching. For Christmas I have replaced them with the Avalon binoculars having been recommended them for bird watching. I can agree with this recommendation, they are easy to handle and focus with a good clear image.
Nicholas Broekstra (verified owner) –
VERY GOOD PRODUCT AND PLEASED
Mathilde Mans (verified owner) –
Thank you Avalon for a prompt delivery.
I was using a 10 year old travel bins 8 x 32 and found the lens were no longer aligned. To prepare for my 4 day birding trip I needed 10 x 42 to get better definition for distance as I realised my friends were seeing far more detail and also my eyes were tiring after a few hours of birding. After looking through different brands on-line and getting advice I found Avalon provided what I needed at a very good price.
This new pair of bins are excellent for my needs, easy to handle and focus. The attached lens covers keep off the dust and rain.
Ron Turner –
Ordered a pair of these binoculars to keep in my car when I am out in the countryside as the set of 7 x 50 Steiner military spec binoculars that I have had for many years are too big and heavy to keep in the car. The Avalon 10 x 42 PRO HD is just as good as my Steiners, and they are much lighter and easier to use. when I am walking in the countryside.
Chris Thorp (verified owner) –
I am delighted with my binoculars. The clarity and brightness are excellent, they work well both with and without spectacles, and are not too heavy. I particularly like the fact that you can’t lose the lens covers, and they seem well protected against knocks and water. They are perfect for bird watching.
Mike (verified owner) –
A great Birthday gift! Next day delivery. Easy to operate (once you get the neck strap attached). Perfect for tired/ageing eyes and excellent vision range.
L Levett-Smith (verified owner) –
Bought these binoculars approx 3 years ago. Great buy and perfect for my use. Last week suddenly found could not ficus them and was getting ” double vision” view. Contacted customer services by email to ask advice on Wednesday afternoon received reply apologising for inconvenience and promised a new set which arrived Thursday morning. Fantastic customer relations coupled with great binoculars. 5***** star all the way.
Murray (verified owner) –
Excellent product. Crystal clear image, easy to adjust. Highly recommended and great value for money
Barry (verified owner) –
Upgraded to these binoculars,after reading many reviews and doing research regarding several other products of competitors. I am thrilled with these binoculars and I would strongly recommend them to anyone. Very fast delivery also.Well done Avalon great value for money.
Derek Sweeney (verified owner) –
I was looking for a new pair of binoculars and stumbled across these Avalon 10×42. After looking at the many reviews I made my purchase and i am very pleased I did. They are so clear and bright, light and easy to use. My use will be from bird watching in the garden and country side to ships out at sea and possible some horse racing, perfect for my interests. The service from order to receiving them was so quick too. Thank you Avalon.
Simon (verified owner) –
Very happy with the Avalon 10/42 best binoculars I have had by far . The images are clear and bright with good colour. Highly recommend very good quality .
Davy Llewellyn –
I had just bought a pair of 10 x 50 Porro prism binoculars of another make to graduate from My Olympus 8 x 21 pair that are fine. They were advertised as rugged and having a compass as well as range-finding capability. I like them, and rugged? well, let’s say that they are better described as being two optically equipped, hinged house bricks, doubling as portable weight lifting equipment. Also, I did not like the fact that each side has to be focussed independently. Even so, I really do like their quirky characteristics. Nonetheless, I knew I had to get something much lighter and of good quality to aid my gradually failing eyesight. After much research and then considering the Avalon reviews, I opted for the 10 x 42 Pro HD pair. It was not a mistake, they are well-engineered, tough, light, and easy to focus. At closer range they are razor-sharp, but at distances of maybe three miles, there seems to be a very slight haziness. I think, however, that my eyesight is likely the reason for this. In short, buy a pair with confidence, you won’t be disappointed.
Simon Hiscocks (verified owner) –
Excellent so far. Bought ahead of a holiday to Pembrokeshire to replace some old small (& not very good bino’s). Was torn between these and the smaller ones as also to be used by my wife who can’t get on with bigger heavy units.
They’re actually superb. Size and weight wise they’re great. The optics are bright and clear. The fixed lens caps are a brilliant addition. The strap is comfortable. And the twist out for glasses/non-glasses wearers is easy. Delivery was quick, and
all in all I can’t find anything negative about these. if you buy them you won’t be disappointed.
Paul Field (verified owner) –
Excellent quality, very clear images. Highly recommend
David Bluett (verified owner) –
This is the second set I have bought – for my brother in law who has helped a lot in my new home. Image quality is fantastic.
I did compare the Avalon binoculars with what are considered to be the best binoculars available, and found the difference to be marginal, especially when you consider the binoculars I was trying retail at £1600 plus.
Mr K G Taylor (verified owner) –
Really impressed with these binoculars, the images are bright and clear, and sharply focused. Great value for money Excellent.
Margaret Carroll (verified owner) –
Bought these for my partner, he is really pleased with them, in his words …..excellent .
Liz Hogg (verified owner) –
Ordered these as a last minute birthday present for my husband and they arrived within two days. He’s delighted with them so I’m glad I decided after researching to go with these ones. Well worth the money and would recommend.
A Scott –
Adequate for the purpose
Eddy Ferrett (verified owner) –
I really like these, as my wife and I find ourselves birdwatching more we decided to upgrade our binoculars. We bought a pair used them for a while then bought a second pair. Black and white, his and hers🙂
Sandra Davies (verified owner) –
Bought them for a trip to Scotland, there was binoculars at the cottage but not a patch on these , so clear , plenty of viewing space , and a great buy for years more to come
Philip Butterworth (verified owner) –
These binoculars are extremely high quality and they are so much clearer and crisper, viewing wise, when compared to my old ones. I only wish that I had purchased them sooner.
Lynne (verified owner) –
I am so glad I ordered these binoculars, 10×42 – they are fantastic! I would highly recommend them – they are not heavy, they are easy to use, very neat and the images are so clear. Found the Avalon website very informative for making my choice and when ordered I received them in 1 day. Excellent customer service. Definitely made the right decision in choosing Avalon binoculars.
sam janes (verified owner) –
i was looking to upgrade my binoculars ,,looked closely at avalons ,,they fitted my price range and spec ,,ive had them a week now ,,have been out over moors ,, and they exceed my expectations ten fold ,, nice to handle ,, quick to focus ,,reasonably light ,,i would recomend avalon to anybody looking for a good set of binoculars ,,,,
david smith (verified owner) –
Terrific binoculars would thoroughly recommend them .good price as well , delivered 2 days after ordering them excellent service .
Sue (verified owner) –
I purchased these as a gift for my partner. He is absolutely delighted with them! Bright, clear with terrific magnification & lightweight too. I will probably get a pair for myself to replace old heavy ones. Thank you
Gareth (verified owner) –
Absolutely fantastic buy would highly recommend
RACHEL VACLIK –
These were a Birthday present. I have wanted some binoculars for some time and these are great. A good size, not too big and not too heavy and good magnification. Great that that work with and without glasses. Easy to use as well. I would recommend these.
Teresa (verified owner) –
This was a present for my husband. They arrived very promptly and well packaged. He’s impressed with their compactness, clarity and magnification and they’ve been on all our dog walks with us.
Paul (verified owner) –
All I can say is first class delivery.
First class customer service
Absolutely great binoculars
And at a great price
Thank you
Marion Knight (verified owner) –
Absolutely thrilled with these binoculars, they are fantastic.. The service was excellent too.
Jo (verified owner) –
My friend had some of these binoculars and I was so impressed by them. My old ones did not seen to be as nice as these so thought I would spoil myself. I’m so glad I did. Would highly recommend then to all my friends. Very happy 😃
Karen Lodge (verified owner) –
We are very happy with this purchase. These binoculars are amazing (we thought our old pair were ok, but these are so much better!) They arrived promptly. Can’t fault Avalon.
Maggie kirby (verified owner) –
Absolutely love these they are perfect, I wear glasses but can see perfectly well through the binoculars without them. They are light & have a nice grip.
Ian Kelly (verified owner) –
Received my 10×42 black binoculars promptly, Secure & well packaged. Very happy with the product & vast improvement on my previous (other manufacurer). Makes such a difference to me being able to use with glasses. Very clear perfect viewing & easy to re-focus & adjust depending on how near or close you are to the subject. Well manufactured & extremely durable feel to them. Decent case provided. Very happy with my purchase.
David Tarron (verified owner) –
Really light in the hand. Great clarity and easy focus wheel. Ideal binoculars for my aircraft viewing at airshows. Great product.
Many Thanks – Avalon, on a great product. 👍
Dave Foster (verified owner) –
Very good, clear and easy to use. Retaining of covers well thought out and very helpful.
Alison (verified owner) –
I bought these binoculars as a gift. The recipient who is a keen birder and naturalist is delighted with them. Phew!! They are an ideal weight, have a good grip and quality lenses and coatings that afford very good light transmission and a sharp image . The service we received was exceptional. No hesitation or quibbling about replacing the first pair that arrived damaged. The replacements arrived within 24 hours!
I can thoroughly recommend.
Bill (verified owner) –
Just what we wanted as an upgrade to our existing binoculars. Easy to use, not too heavy, waterproof, and excellent, clear magnification. Mainly used for wildlife watching but ideal for general use. Also, excellent value.
Simon (verified owner) –
First pair of semi-serious binos and very pleased. Noticably brighter and sharper than my dad’s old Navy pair and light and easy to use.
Annabel C (verified owner) –
Excellent. They tick all the right boxes and are light and comfortable. Think twice before paying a substantial amount for high-end binoculars when you can get these at a fraction of the price. Instructions for attaching the strap need to be clearer. I got into a tangle and had to watched a video demo!
Stephen Campion (verified owner) –
Bought my Avalon binoculars last month and find them so comfortable to use, not too heavy. The touch and feel are pure quality. I love the fact you can protect both the lens and the viewing glass. I only wish I had made the change earlier. Well worth the money.
William R (verified owner) –
Living on the coast here in Cornwall, the binoculars are just right for cliff walking and bird/boat watching. Light and easy to use. Thoroughly recommended !
William R (verified owner) –
Living on the coast here in Cornwall, these binoculars are perfect when cliff walking and bird/boat watching ! Easy to carry, and easy to use… plus, great delivery service – delivered with 2 days ! !
Pauline (verified owner) –
The Avalon binoculars were bought as a gift for our son and daughter in law. During lockdown they have been bird watching. They also go out on country walks for exercise. They are delighted with the gift. Their quote: ‘The binoculars are very light weight but sturdy! Ideal for spotting birds in the garden … and when walking.’ A great boon to the enjoyment of the countryside during such stressful times.
Patricia Barkess (verified owner) –
I rate these Avalon binoculars (10/42) perfect because they do exactly what we had hoped they would – they make our beach and countryside walks so much more interesting and even educational! They are just the magnification and clarity we were looking for. Very easy to use, and not heavy. And easy to adjust when sharing between us, so don’t lose time re-focusing, it’s so easy to do.
vince Tarling (verified owner) –
I bought these for my wife’s birthday and she loves them. Easy to focus and great lenses.
Timothy Mayer (verified owner) –
A friend recommended these. Ordered on a Monday and they arrived Wednesday. Superb! Acuity a revelation after the old pair I had been using. Very pleased.
Caroline Withers (verified owner) –
The Avalon binoculars are proving to be everything that we’d hoped for. We bought a pair each and use them every day.
Mags H (verified owner) –
I purchased these Binoculars mainly for photography/wildlife. They give a very clear image and are easy to adjust. The service was excellent and arrived within a couple of days. The only negative I have is that I had securely attached the neck strap together with the Rubber rain guard to them as shown in the diagrams, but the added weight of the guard worked the end loose in a couple of days. They didn’t fall but I did loose the Rain Guard and the locking slide.
Neil Ventris (verified owner) –
Couldn’t speak more highly of Avalon’s products and service. Great binoculars – clear. bright compact and lightweight. I was really enjoying using them and then to my horror the left eye cup went wrong meaning it wouldn’t lock out. I messaged Avalon and within days they had sent me a new pair, no quibble. Fantastic service backing up a really great product. Well done!
John (verified owner) –
What a difference from my old pair of field glasses. Very clear, not too heavy and easy to use. Excellent service and I would recommend these to anyone who wants a good quality set of binoculars. It is making lockdown that much more tolerable.
Clare Hill (verified owner) –
Love these binoculars , the detail is amazing . These were purchased after promising myself a decent pair when I”d struggled using my ‘vintage’ cheap ones during the Great British Birdwatch . Not disappointed at all – the difference is wonderful . Light enough for my arthritic limbs yet substantial enough to grip easily.
David Lind (verified owner) –
I had been looking for some time for a better pair of binoculars and afte some research decided on these.i was not dissappointed.
Chris (verified owner) –
Very light and excellent field of view. Hope to get out and about after Covid!!
Paul Ingle (verified owner) –
After much research I opted for these as they were the best choice at the best price that I could find. Eye relief suitable for wearing glasses, 10×42, tripod ready and ED (HD) lenses. What an excellent choice they are! Perfect for bird watching, fast and well packaged delivery. Highly recommend these.
Julia blackford (verified owner) –
Very pleased with the product. A very quick delivery service
Henrietta (verified owner) –
These are my first binocular and they are really good for the price. Easy to use/adjust and lightweight so not cumbersome when out and about bird watching. Also good for star/moon gazing. On reflection, the only thing that is missing is a built-in compass, but this probably would have pushed the price up. Very pleased with them. The speed of filling the order and the delivery service were both excellent. Would recommend these binoculars and the company.
Michael Billington (verified owner) –
I received the binoculars within a few days and they were exactly as described on the website. The quality of finish and of the optics is excellent. They give a very crisp view of the subject even in quite low light conditions and for the degree of magnification (10x) they are light and easy to hold steady. I would recommend them to anyone who is serious about bird watching etc.
Shane S (verified owner) –
Upgrade for the Big Garden Bird Watch, Delivered in 2 days, excellent service, highly recommend these binoculars.
david scott (verified owner) –
well pleased with them. neat with clear vision. bought them mainly for bird watching and they are perfect for this. fully recommend them.
Gemma Kiernan (verified owner) –
Bought as a gift for my mum. We were not disappointed. Crystal clear images, very light weight and the attached lens covers ensure your not going to loose them. Highly recommend and great value for money. Quality is beyond what we expected.
Ann Stubbs (verified owner) –
Treated ourselves to these instead of swapping presents this Christmas. Wished we had got them before as they are very clear, lightweight and easty o use. Thoroughly recommend them to anyone wanting to look out at the countryside or shorelines as well as birdwatching.
Peter Arthur George Reeks (verified owner) –
Very pleased with my Avalon binoculars had them as a Christmas gift new years day today so I have only used them once so far I’m sure when the weather is better I will get a lot of use from them.
Delivery service was superb.
John Windeatt (verified owner) –
Great buy – go for it you birders!
Veryan Gibson (verified owner) –
I bought the white pair for birdwatching and am more than pleased with them, in fact so much so that we bought a 2nd pair in black for my husband. The image is sharp and bright and I would highly recommend.
John Halstead (verified owner) –
Bought for my wife at christmas. She is delighted with them. Excellent value and good performance.
Ray Quested (verified owner) –
The binoculars are a Christmas present.
If they match the proficiency of your company in ordering, supply and delivery then I’m sure that they will be excellent
Raymond Robb (verified owner) –
Hi everyone, I got my binoculars for my 60th birthday and can honestly say that they are absolutely brilliant. They are of a good size and weight. Much clearer than my old pair that were actually an old pair of my dads. They are good quality and I’m looking forward to using them lots when the weather picks up ha. Thank you.
Mr. P. N .alldis (verified owner) –
These binoculars are great for bird watching…no problem when hand held….very sharp and good clarity…..weight no problem…. well made ……case could have bigger and better thought out with side fasteners for strap… 9/10
Richard Teasdale (verified owner) –
I don’t know yet as they are a Christmas present.But I will give them 5 stars going on other reviews.
Anthony (verified owner) –
Very pleased with them mainly used for bird watching great for spotting at distance. Would recommend and very quick delivery.
David Chappell –
Customer service is fantastic had an issue solved with no fuss a great team and product 10×42 binoculars
Les Richardson (verified owner) –
Bought as a gift for my wife with mainly birdwatching in mind. She loves them. Trouble is, so do I to the extent that I may have to buy another pair.
David (verified owner) –
Excellent quality / value. Not perfect, but close.
Close focus distance, more like 5m than 3m, so don’t rely on these if using them for short distance. At less than 7m looks like prisms might be out. Not yet had a chance to check with Avalon if this might be a fault.
The 8×32 might be a better option for some due to field of view and shake if you do not have steady hands.
J karling (verified owner) –
Beautiful and brilliant. Better bird watching than my previous binoculars, especially at greater distances.
Les C –
Purchased specifically for my interest in birdwatching/photography. Excellent piece of kit to compliment my photographic gear. Lightweight, good optics, very pleased. Hope to get many hours of pleasure from these binoculars. Great purchase, would recommend.
Donald Mackay (verified owner) –
I read lot’s of reviews and looked at YouTube vids ,so ok go for them. They arrived in a few days and tried them out very clear and sharp great bit of kit ,ideal for when walking the Munro’s here in Scotland and waterproof very much needed I up this end of the world .
Simon Broddle (verified owner) –
Always borrowed or scrounged a pair and really didn’t know what to buy, but recently bought a pair of Avalon 10×42 Pro HD binoculars. Really very pleased with them, they are easy to use, light but great quality.
Mid price point but interestingly feel much better than the cheaper end and much nearer the quality high end products.
Downside? probably the case, it’s just too small and only a flap over. I decided to get a more robust canvas case with a full zip to keep dust out.
The acid test is would I buy them again? Absolutely yes.
clay (verified owner) –
delivery and product excellent , just what i wanted
James Hamilton (verified owner) –
Absolutely superb hard to imagine they could be any better and just what I was looking for
Gerry Hunt (verified owner) –
I love my new binoculars. Very sturdy, nice case. A thing of great beauty. Good image.
Harry King (verified owner) –
Totally delighted with these binoculars…best ever I have purchased and highly recommend them….perfect for amateurs like myself just for some sight seeing …light and compact..overall perfect
Ann (verified owner) –
Very good for bird watching, looking at distant views etc. They are easy to use and adjust, relatively compact and good value. The case and shoulder strap are quite basic but it will be easy to replace either or both if they prove to be inadequate. Delivery was very quick – next day, in fact!
Alan (verified owner) –
Very happy with both the binoculars and Avalon Optics excellent customer service. I think these are very good value. I use them daily taking the dog for a walk and as everyone else has said – clear optics, good at dawn/dusk, fast focusing and lightweight. Best thing I’ve seen so far – Crows getting a taste of their own medicine, chased through the trees by a Red Kite. Hah!
Rich Lambert (verified owner) –
I love these bins! My sister-in-law has a pair, and a quick test with them impressed me very much. So I ordered a pair of 10 x 42’s.
Delivery was quick, and communication was clear at each stage of the process.
I took them for a test run at Shapwick reserve on the weekend, and was delighted. The focus was fast and sharp, and I was able to follow birds in flight (including a female Marsh harrier against a dark background) with no shake or blur. Lower light in the evening was also no problem – it was quite easy to pick out small detail on various birds at a good 150 yards.
Excellent optics, excellent casing, excellent customer service, unbelievable price for bins this good!
Graham Madgwick (verified owner) –
Very pleased with these binoculars – excellent clarity and image magnification for watching wildlife both in daylight and dusk conditions. Very good depth of image and easy to follow a bird in flight without losing focus. Delivery was prompt and exactly at the time promised in a text the morning of delivery.
Chris Salvary (verified owner) –
Delivery was very speedy. Good quality binoculars which are easy to focus. Very light so great for carrying on long walks. Delighted with purchase!
robert scanlan (verified owner) –
love them
Adrian Jones (verified owner) –
It’s the first time I have bought a nice pair of binoculars and I am not disappointed , I looked for a while on the internet before deciding to go for the Avalon 10 x 42, I can’t believe how clear it is to look through, perfect for bird and wildlife watching, highly recommend them
Brian (verified owner) –
I searched the web intensively for a pair of mid priced binoculars with a good specification and kept returning back to the Avalon 10×42 PRO ED bins. My search was justified in going for these and they are as good as described even for some astronomy viewing; I now take these out on my daily walks. If I had one disappointment in my web searching it was that no one seems to manufacture binoculars (by that I mean the whole product) outside of China, Japan etc unless of course you want to pay much higher prices, not even here in the UK.
Malcolm (verified owner) –
Clear and bright. Magnification excellent without hand shake. Nice and light to hold and carry. Ordered one day, arrived the next day within the time stated and kept well informed by e-mails on progress of order.
Graham (verified owner) –
Very impressed with these binoculars for the price. Very clear and bright images from a compact and easy to use product . The whole process from ordering to delivery was seamless, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Avalon binoculars to anyone looking for a good quality product without having to spend a fortune.
Michael (verified owner) –
I bought these to replace some old 10 x 50 binoculars that were two bulky to take walking. These are not only significantly lighter and compact, the clarity of the view through them exceeded my expectations.
Excellent.
Ian (verified owner) –
I lost previous binoculars which I thought were really good, so l treated myself to a pair of Avalon binoculars and WoW they are awesome, even the wife cannot believe how crystal clear the images are.
Malcolm Yates (verified owner) –
My main hobbies are photography and cycling and while out photographing wildlife often thought a pair of binoculars would be handy and by chance, I met a fellow photographer who had a pair of the 10×42’s with him and offered me a try. Blown away by the clarity now I being a novice 70+ I had nothing to compare them with but for the price build quality I would highly recommend them very glad I asked the fellow photographer how he found them and he highly praised them also. The order was very quickly handled .As I have said if you are looking for a pair of binoculars you wont go far wrong with these .
Garry Trown –
Expected them to be a little lighter than they are, but wow what a great pair of binoculars. Thrilled with my purchase
Grant Downie (verified owner) –
Been a bit of a bird watcher ever since I was a small kid, money has allways been tight so binoculars have been on the cheap side, after nearly 40 year my older working kids chipped in and bought me a pair of 10×42 hd, well that’s my life long goal completed, went out and seen my favorite bird the lovely yellow hammer and the view for the Avalon binoculars cristal clear , thank you
Wendy Searle (verified owner) –
Bought for my husband so he has written the review; Excellent binoculars, used on coastal walks so great at long range and bird watching on the cliffs. Other members of walking group also well impressed, clarity of lens great and twist up eye cups really good . Excellent value for money, would recommend to anyone
Angus Duncan (verified owner) –
They are alright for the price fine for near but not so good for far away. Which is the reason I got them. Awee bit disappointed with them.
John Fawcett (verified owner) –
A birthday present to my wife who is very happy with the binoculars. It fell to me to attach the neck strap which was a bit of a fiddle.
Chris B (verified owner) –
I wanted to write this review because I found the earlier reviews very helpful to me in making my choice. I am a complete novice when it comes to binoculars, having had only one pair of cheap small binoculars previously. All I knew was that I wanted a pair with greater magnification and a reasonable field of view, not especially for bird-watching, but for general use, particularly looking out to sea at shipping and along the coast. Searching online, 8 or 10 x 42 seemed about right, but I was very uncertain how large the magnification would be, how wide and stable the view and in the current circumstances didn’t want to go browsing in shops. I chose these because the specification, weight, price and guarantee seemed about right and because of the excellent reviews of both the binoculars and the service provided. So far, I have been very pleased indeed with my choice. Ordered on a Sunday, they were despatched Monday and with me Tuesday.
Graham Larke (verified owner) –
I spent a long time researching which binoculars would be suitable. I am more than pleased with my choice particularly with value for money.They are perfect for bird watching and looking at the shipping going up & down the Thames Estuary. The speed of delivery was superb.
Debbie M (verified owner) –
After a lot of research chose these based on features and price. The mostly good reviews also helped. Binoculars were received in a couple of days and were well packaged. The brief instructions were nit really needed as the operation and adjustment of the binoculars is straightforward. The wider neck strap is appreciated and makes carrying more comfortable. In use they are brilliant, crystal clear, easy to focus and track the target. Used for the first time at local nature reserve they performed very well. Impressive for the price.
Maurice Kerrigan (verified owner) –
Having wasted money on “powerful” binoculars in the past, I decided to do a little research and buy a pair guaranteed to be more suitable for my needs. Avalon Optics and their 10×42 PRO HD model came up time after time. Took the plunge and purchased a pair and I was not to be disappointed. Finally, I own a nice pair of well constructed, comfortable to wear and carry binoculars that are useable!
I have no hesitation in recommending these and Avalon Optics who answered an email regarding buying a second pair for my wife – almost immediately.
Now……..Have to start saving up for when I upgrade to another Avalon Pair!
Ann Parry (verified owner) –
Bought for my husband’s 70th birthday present and as a replacement for an ancient pair, long past their best. I have only used them around our garden due to the travel restrictions and to test them before his birthday but I am very impressed at the clarity of the images, the size and weight are also perfect. Super fast delivery too.
David J Biscoe (verified owner) –
Very good Binoculars for the price. There are more expensive makes out there but these are well worth the money I spent. Great service too. Purchased on a Saturday and delivered the following Tuesday. A lot of Binocular for the price
Pauline Kirtley (verified owner) –
Extremely pleased with these binoculars. There is clarity of view and ease of use. They are light weight and I have particularly noticed this when out walking, compared to previous pairs I have had. Delivery service from the company was excellent along with their service of communicating with the delivery company.
Alan Clements (verified owner) –
I purchased a pair of Avalon 10 x 42 PRO HD binoculars as a birthday present to myself. They are just what I wanted – lightweight, clear vision, good magnification and easily adjustable. The binoculars feel sturdy enough to be taken around on walks, without worrying that they might get damaged (famous last words!). All in all, a very good pair of binoculars, that I would recommend wholeheartedly
Steve Dytham (verified owner) –
I chose these 10x42PRO binoculars as a family present for my birthday and I must say I have not been disappointed.They have a lovely quality feel and have bright clear optics.They were delivered safely on time and I’m really pleased with them,go on treat yourself to a pair you won’t be disappointed 😜
William Evans (verified owner) –
Excellent service, arrived next day and considering the current situation I was amazed. These were purchased to replaced some old 10×50 binoculars and although I have only tried them in the garden which has a view over fields these certainly seem to be a vast improvement over the old ones.
Mike Ward (verified owner) –
Purchased a pair of AVALON 10X42 PRO HD Binoculars which were delivered within a couple of days. Excellent product with amazing performance.
Comfortable size and weight and easy to use. Great price and very good value for the money. Well made.
Mr MacLennan (verified owner) –
I decided after a lot of deliberation to purchase a set of Avalon 10×42 HD Pro.
Delivery was quick, but the cardboard packaging was badly bashed and crushed on delivery. Binoculars were visibly fine upon checking, thank goodness!
On the whole been very impressed with them. Image quality is really sharp, bright & clear, and the lightweight but sturdy feel to them is first class. Only fault I’ve found is that the focus feel seems inconsistently smooth then sticky. But maybe will smoothen with time?
Great service.
John East Yorkshire (verified owner) –
I bought a pair of the 10 x 42 pro recently and have to say that I was very pleased with them. The image is so clear and bright and the overall feel of them is quality. I particularly like the lens caps being attached and the smooth operation of the focus wheel. Would definitely recommend.
Michael Ross (verified owner) –
I have a old pair of CarlZiess binoculars 10x 50 which are excellent but are quite heavy to use for any length of time, especially for my wife,so I decided to try these mid price Avlalon binoculars.I was pleasantly surprised at how good the optical quality was, on par with my Carl Ziess and much lighter to use.I particularly like the excellent eye relief on them, I hope they are robust enough to last.I would definitely recommend them.Also the Order arrived very quickly via courier.
Margaret –
Bought for a gift for husband’s birthday. He is very pleased with them. Great quality and light weight. Delivered in a couple of days
Mavis Austin (verified owner) –
Clearest view I’ve seen in binoculars
Great
Peter (verified owner) –
Really good set of binoculars. Quality feel to them and very bright optics
Sean finlay (verified owner) –
I bought the platinum 10×42 for my wife, they were that good and exceptionally good value that I bought the 10×42 in black for my self.
I also bought the spotting scope.
Really happy with them.
Karl (verified owner) –
Excellent binoculars. Perfect for my countryside walks
Stuart Barnes (verified owner) –
Super
Robert Black (verified owner) –
Very happy with these binoculars. They are light, good quality, very clear, good magnification. The service was second to none. Fast delivery too. I would not hesitate to recommend this company to anyone.
stu harding –
Great birthday present. Very easy to use. Very clear. Light and good fun. Good price. Good website. Well done folks!!
Roger Law (verified owner) –
Only tried them in garden at the moment!! But I’m highly delighted with them
Paul (verified owner) –
Received my new Avalon binoculars two weeks ago, they were delivered in two days, an excellent piece of kit at a reasonable price, easy smooth central focus ring, look smart and robust, very pleased with the quality.
Anthony Crolla (verified owner) –
Far exceeded my expectations. Excellent quality and really good service. Would recommend highly.
Rol –
Just purchased a set of these. You can feel the quality as soon as you get them out of the box. The image is crystal clear, and bright. Perfect size too for fitting in my rucksack when on my country walks. I use them for everything from general countryside viewing, bird watching, animal watching and learning about trees. The delivery service was quick and the customer service at Avalon is second to none. I can highly recommend these binoculars and this company. Thanks Avalon.
Claire Tull (verified owner) –
I purchased a set for my husband’s birthday, he is delighted with them. Compact, light weight and excellent quality. Beautifully packaged and made the perfect, surprise gift.
Barbara Taylor (verified owner) –
Ordered 2pairs for my husband and myself to replace old heavy binoculars. All processes from selecting to ordering to delivery excellent. We are both very pleased with the binoculars, perfect for our long walks and nature watching.
PAULINE Wiggins (verified owner) –
Ordered for my husband who loves bird watching when they arrived there was a fault with one lens so I emailed the company who emailed back straight away to say a new pair were in the post and to not worry about returning the faulty ones so customer service is amazing. The binoculars are also amazing my husband has said they are one of the best binoculars he has used. So Thankyou Avalon for a fab product and fab customer service 😀👍👏🏻
John-Nicolas Hetherington (verified owner) –
Five stars for the value for money. Of course there are models available from high end suppliers that out perform these lovely neat ‘Avalons’ but costing many hundreds of pounds more. This 10×42 version is pretty much perfect for general HD, everyday image enlarging. Living in a rural village, I have access to a variety of wildlife, especially birds. Having just joined the RSPB, and took the route to owning some decent ‘bins’. I have to be honest, these Avalons outdid my expectation. For the price, I was quite prepared to give them a chance, before, if necessary, upgrading to something in the £500- £700 bracket. Since purchase, they have been used frequently to cover activity in the tree stands, woods, and thickets at the back of my home. Focusing, over a range of 50mts close to a half mile distant, is both quick and accurate. The resultant images are sharp and well lit. These 10×42’s are a joy to use.
Neil Huggon (verified owner) –
Purchased in late March, but sadly because of the current state the country is in, I have only been able to test my new 10×42 binoculars in the garden. But my first impressions are very favourable for the price. They are solid to handle and very easy to focus. I like the drop down large ends protection and small ends easy to adjust covers. Am really looking forward to the days when I can use them on RSPB sites when the country gets back to normal
John Sillwood (verified owner) –
Haven’t used them yet apart from a try out in the garden. Planning to use them in the Kruger, provided we are allowed to go. So far they seem good but not too keen on the lens covers on the big end being drop down. I think I would be happier with the arrangement on the small end where the lens covers are joined together, which seems quite good. Therefore I have only awarded 4 stars.
Gerry Harper (verified owner) –
Yet to be used ‘in the field. Impressive when trying them in my garden. although I keep forgetting to wind out the eye viewers. An excellent mid-price range of binoculars.
Ian Woodburn (verified owner) –
Despite all the good reviews I read about these binoculars, I was very disappointed with them – so much so that I returned them. I found the image very dark and the field of view very narrow- perhaps my own fault for choosing 10x magnification. I have since bought another make of 8 x 42 which are much better. Perhaps Avalon should consider offering this option too. As a small point in relation to the user instructions, the instructions for adjusting the di-opter are totally wrong and will completely confuse anyone not used to binoculars.
Avalon were, however, very good in dealing with the refund.
Cathy Mosley (verified owner) –
Somewhat heavier than I expected, but otherwise appear to be well made.
Barry Clemmans (verified owner) –
Excellent clarity and great value I highly recommend them.
Lynn (verified owner) –
Happ
Bought one pair a birthday present for partner, he’s enthused about them, testing time really on a sea going holiday next year. The other pair is for a family member birthday in Jan so hoping he’ll be well happy. Can’t give 5 stars as binos have not been used as such. The delivery was exceptional,ordered one day, delivered the next!
Ian Palmer (verified owner) –
Fabulous quality, watching and spotting birds and wildlife is fantastic, the viewing definition is sharp and clear – fantastic binoculars for the price – would recommend them every day of the week. Couldn’t be happier, thank you
ken Nicholson –
problem with eye cup but quickly replaced with new pair within 4 days very happy with
the binoculars all good
Bethan –
These are binoculars of exceptional quality for a very reasonable price. I have also been extremely happy with the customer service of Avalon Optics. Thank you!
Brian Speers (verified owner) –
Excellent binoculars. They were a present off my wife and I am enjoying using them very much. They are so clear and a good size. They are a good weight, not too heavy and it’s easy enough to carry them around my neck.
Jackie Glossop (verified owner) –
I recently purchased binoculars as was going on a safari holiday. They were perfect for that purpose, clear views of birds and animals at a distance and added to my enjoyment greatly. Can thoroughly recommend them.
C Cooper –
I recently purchased 2 sets of these binoculars through Amazon. On opening, one pair was faulty in that the right eye cup was loose and simply “flopped” in and out. What made this more disappointing was that this pair had clearly been opened and repacked before. I would have liked to replace them but only had the option for refund when completing the complaint form. Not sure about ordering another pair at the moment as I feel that there is a chance I may be provided with the faulty pair once again.
The working pair were all that I expected from my pre purchase research and fully deserve the high praise that the other reviews provide.
John Booth (verified owner) –
Absolutely fantastic the clarity was excellent and they were easy to use I took them on holiday with me to the Isle of Skye saw two white tailed eagles and a buzzard was so easy to zoom in on them everything was so clear I’m very pleased with them and with the excellent service from Avalon
Mike Compton (verified owner) –
The clarity of these binoculars are excellent. I am new to bird watching and I find these binoculars are truly excellent so clear I can identify the birds I am looking at no trouble. The service from Avalon Optics was second to none though the courier managed to deliver to the wrong address it was quickly sorted for me to enjoy my purchase.
John B (verified owner) –
Bought these as a present for someone going on safari. They have arthritic hands so needed something light and easy to hold and focus. The 10×42 spec gives a great, sharp view over a good distance and they have proved easy to both hold and operate. The price is excellent and the performance is certainly as good as many of the more expensive brands, Very pleased with the purchase and would buy a pair for my own use when I need to change my current compact binoculars.
Jean Everson (verified owner) –
Bought these to replace an old large heavy pair of 8×50. Seem very good and just what I wanted.
Andy (verified owner) –
Perfect for safari and birdwatching
Ann P –
As a first time binocular user I am amazed by these. Simple to set up but wow. I purchased them for a future Safari and because I have recently moved to live beside the sea. From my garden I can see the yachts sailing past and pick out details that were just a blur. I can spot butterflies in a far off bush and read the letters on tankers that are just blobs on the horizon.
These are one of the best things I have treated myself to in years (and that includes a rather expensive handbag) they are going to provide years of pleasure.
I can’t wait to take them on Safari
David K. Roy (verified owner) –
Just purchased a pair of HD Avalon 10x 42 binoculars very pleased . Delivery very quick .Looked at the moon with them last night very bright clear image.Fast to focus Good sharp detail of craters . You could even make out the moon shadow. Also tracked a private jet which flew over our house and filled the frame.comfortable to hold. Very good value for money.Looking forward to taking them out on our walks to see more wildlife.
annette Cooper –
I have had these Avalon 10×42 binoculars for a couple of months now and am very pleased with the way they perform, very comfortable to use, a nice weight and very clear to look through. Very good value and have no hesitation in recommended these.
Mark Lund –
The binoculars were fine. I wanted maximum 3m close focus, which these should be according to the specs. However as soon as I tried them it was clear they would not focus that close. I actually measured the nearest focus which I found to be about 4.7m, at best, and still not pin sharp/. I contacted Avalon who have replaced them under their normal returns warranty, but refused to return the return postage, £6.50, despite the false information given on the specification page. They should have offered free postage or refunded.
If, for example I buy a camera that states the lens has equivalent 400ml, and it turns out to be 300ml, surely that is false information and refundable under trade descriptions.
Not even an apology for attracting my custom with incorrect information. I have since bought a pair of Nikon Prostaff for £10 more which I would say are the best clearest bins I have bought, and fantastic in the price range. I would not use Avalon again due to their customer service. I gave a generous 3 stars for the bins not the company.
Luke (verified owner) –
Unfortunately the mechanism that extends the left eye piece failed after 10 minutes use. Very disappointed especially as they failed before I even left my accommodation. Hopefully they will be replaced or refunded.
Avalon Optics –
Hi Luke, we are sorry to hear about the fault in your binoculars. We are sending you a replacement asap which will be delivered within 24 hours.
Jason Elliott (verified owner) –
I’ve been putting up with a mediocre pair of binoculars for years! NOT any more, these are fantastic, especially loving the clarity of the optics. If you’ve got a £500 budget save yourself £361 & buy these little beauties.
steve (verified owner) –
perfect optics, easy to use and focus, well made. delivery quick. would highly recommend them.
Digger (verified owner) –
I purchased these binoculars to look at wild life, as well as landscapes. They will do both, a great investment & well worth the price I paid.
William Power (verified owner) –
Not had a chance to use them yet, but they feel well made and should last a long time.
Nicebutdim –
Bright powerful and good value
john champion –
realy good value no fus binoculars good for bird watching and genaral use. recommend them .
Joanne Stawinoga –
better than I expected. Had a pair of 12 x 25 Tasco and just couldn’t seem to get them adusted right . probably operator error. but these Avalon are super easy to use and much brighter image , Really happy with them.
Clive (verified owner) –
Excellent product and exceeded expectations. Very clear and bright image.
Paul Dowen (verified owner) –
Not had chance to use them properly yet, but I’m impressed with the results so far, excellent bright sharp image, very comfortable to hold, really looking forward to my trip to Scotland so I can put them to trial.
David –
Wanted to buy a decent pair of binoculars for a safari trip to South Africa, did a lot of research and finally settled on these. We were not disappointed. Prompt delivery and well packed. These are the first binoculars I have used that give me a razor sharp single image whilst wearing my glasses, had no problems adjusting or focusing them. Took them to our local RSPB reserve for a trial run and both my wife and I were extremely impressed with how well they performed. Well worth the money.
Deborah Beck (verified owner) –
Have just returned from Costa Rica where I tested my new binoculars. They are fab so pleased with them was able to see high up in to the rainforest and view beautiful birds.
carolyn day (verified owner) –
light easy to use excellent magnification
Noel Bell (verified owner) –
Bought these for my own general use. I find them very comfortable and easy to hold and manipulate. The image clarity is excellent as is the brightness.
Phil Bell (verified owner) –
Compact and lightweight pair of quality binoculars with sharp powerful lenses . Very well made and well worth the money at that price .
AJ (verified owner) –
Really good, compact,smart and easy to use once you have them set up. The attached lens covers are marvellous and the eye covers are in one piece so more more losing one! Focus is excellent. Very good value.
Julie Coombes (verified owner) –
Excellent binoculars for the price. Easy to use straight out of the box. Crystal-clear view and lightweight to carry. Ordered and received promptly. RECOMMENDED PURCHASE.
Bill Wilson –
Wanted these for my wife’s birthday. She is a keen bird-watcher.
Clarity is great and the compact lightness enables steady viewing. We have had other binoculars but find the Avalon 10×42 binoculars to be ideal for bird-watching and all round viewing. My wife is “wrapped” with my gift.
Lewis Taylor (verified owner) –
Bought these as a present for my wife after much research. They are lightweight, powerful, strong and easy to use. Would recommend unreservedly.
M May (verified owner) –
Excellent quality and vision, nicely engineered product.
Purchased for general use.
M Wilson (verified owner) –
I bought these after researching on web. I am very pleased with them. I needed a pair of binoculars for bird and wildlife spotting that were comfortable to use, these fit the bill perfectly. They even cope well with my eyesight (myopia, astigmatism and double vision.. :)) . Would recommend as a sturdy, well built binocular with sharp image. Just one niggle, not to do with the item, but it was concerning that the courier delivered the item with the outer packaging in a shoddy state; the box with the binoculars was ok, but I would suggest the company consider maybe making the outer packaging sturdier or changing courier.. I note from another review a customer had a similar experience with the same courier company..
Clive Betteridge –
I am really pleased with my Avalon binoculars.
Although when delivered the packaging was wet, which worried me slightly. However, when I got them out the packaging, the box inside was ok.
The binoculars themselves feel like a quality item.
These in my opinion, are the pros and cons
Pros
1 reasonable lightweight
2 very clear and crisp image
3 lens protectors for both ends that stay attached.
4 Good strap and carry case
Cons
1 package was wet when delivered
If it wasn’t for the state of the packaging upon delivery, I would give these binoculars a 5 out of 5 rating. Oh, and I like the fact that I can keep my glasses on while using them.
I would recommend this item but come on Avalon optics, get your storage situation sorted out!
John March (verified owner) –
I purchased these binoculars as a present for my granddaughter. I am very pleased with them and my granddaughter is also. She wanted them for bird watching and for star gazing. So far she has not been able to use them for the stars but has found them to be fine for bird watching. I was keen to find a pair of binoculars to cover both subjects at a reasonable weight. I am confident they will prove to be fine for both her needs once the weather allows good clear night skies.
Philip –
I am very pleased with the binoculars – great focus, well made and very neat. Impressed with the strap and general quality thank you
Robert Handy (verified owner) –
Nice binoculars, fairly lightweight so easy to carry around. At the moment I’ve only used to view the birds in my garden and I’m pleased with the way they perform. All in all they are very good binoculars for the price.
Ray Reynolds (verified owner) –
Very pleased, excellent value, why spend hundreds when you get binoculars like these, prompt well organised delivery also
Penny Ward (verified owner) –
I am pleased with my purchase, and also the environmentally friendly packaging (shredded paper, none of that awful polystyrene!) They are a bit heavier than my old pair, but not enough to spoil my using them. The controls are easy to use and the focus is good. Just as it says “on the box”.
Lawrie –
Happy with these bino’s , clarity of lenses is up there with more expensive brands, focus ring is smooth and precise, eye cups work great with or without glasses on. All round really good quality at a fair price.
Steve Lai (verified owner) –
I already owned 6 pairs of binoculars before buying this one, ranging from £50 or so to over £100. Cheap doesn’t necessarily mean rubbish, however the more expensive ones offer better vision in poor viewing conditions, i.e. humid places, darkish, dampish locations, cold mornings, dusk, etc. I have binoculars that are good for distant viewing but require a tripod and are hopeless at moving targets. The Avalon 10×42 is light enough to carrying around for general usage and my not so steady hands … quite easy to fix on moving targets.
Tony M (verified owner) –
Exactly as described, cant fault them in any way !
Gill Moody (verified owner) –
Great pair of binoculars at a great price. Easy to use and lightweight they will be great for taking on walks and bird spotting. Customer service was outstanding too – first pair to arrive were faulty and following emails/messaging to Avalon, within 24 hours a new pair were winging their way to me. Cannot fault this response.
Tim Colgate (verified owner) –
Haven’t had a real opportunity to use them fully since they arrived. However, they arrived the day after I ordered them and setting up was fairly easy – I did use YouTube – and the initial viewing from my house appears to be clear and the the optics crisp. They appear to be a great purchase. Thank you Avalon, your explanation of the different types of binoculars enabled me to make this purchase. Really impressed
John Cartwright (verified owner) –
Great binoculars at a great price. Perfect for watching wildlife, good clear vision, brilliant for the price
Dave Weaving (verified owner) –
At this price I was more than happy. They are relatively light , well made and the view through them is clear and precise. I am more than happy with them.
Albert Cheong –
Not too large, lightweight, and I find it small enough to carry in my small backpack without compromising the space in the pack for other things, clarity is very good compared to other binoculars that I had.
Martin (verified owner) –
Great quality binoculars at a very competitive price. Light weight and comfortable to use., and easy to set diopter focus. Rapid delivery.
Easy to focus, and will focus down to about 10 feet, which is helpful in the garden.
Feel very solid and well made. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to others.
Martin Canton (verified owner) –
Great price for the quality of these binoculars. Delivery was very quick, and instructions more than adequate. Setting up focus was very straightforward, and they are light and comfortable in use. I have only used budget (sub £50) binoculars previously, and was amazed at the clarity of the image. I was also pleased that they focus down to about 10 feet, which is helpful for watching birds in the garden.
Overall these binoculars are excellent value for money, and I would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.
Harry ‘Big H’ Escott (verified owner) –
Not having too much idea what I needed to look for when buying binoculars I Googled the question and your company came up, amazingly a British company still based here in Britain.
Having read your article, and a few more from other sellers, I decided on the ones you seemed to indicate would suit my requirements, the price seemed very good and the delivery arrangements were excellent. When the binoculars arrived I was most impressed with the initial presentation and the quality of the packaging, and after trying the product I can only say, brilliant. Thank you for a good experience from a British company.
max ketchin (verified owner) –
It’s a long time since I’ve had binoculars and I was looking for a pair to use for bird spotting in and around my garden. These binoculars are perfect, they are a great size and have brilliant optics. They are very clear and although i have a slight problem with one of my eyes they are easy to set up to obtain clear vision all the time. The pop out eye cups are great and save messy marks on the viewing lenses. I would recommend these binoculars very highly indeed
glenys santer (verified owner) –
i needed new binoculars as i now wear glasses and this was difficult with my old bins. the difference is fantastic, nice and light good clarity especially when the light is not good.value for money.
Duncan Jones (verified owner) –
Just what I was looking for; a nice light pair of bino’s for when I’m travelling, with good performance.
J. Robinson (verified owner) –
Very pleased with the Binoculars. Not yet field tested but I’m sure they will be just fine going on the results of using them around the garden. Very clear and sharp images
Paul Rossiter (verified owner) –
Just got these and so far so good! The markings could do with being a bit clearer, as well as the instructions which are a bit cheap!
Derek J. Wood –
Really decent binoculars for the price. Like a lot of Ornithologists I always went for names like Kowa and Opticron. Both made in Japan. Avalon have all the accessories you expect to find on more pricey binoculars. I like the soft feel, the thumb grips, the attached lens caps ( which can be replaced if lost) and really good quality carrying strap. My only gripe is the centre focus wheel has too much travel before you get sharp images of woodland birds. Time you get it in focus it usually has flown off! Would like to know more about the company and where they are made etc. I am convinced in the near future Avalon will be as widely known as Leica or Zeiss.
Alan Conner (verified owner) –
Ok but clear markings for chosen diopter and inter eye settings would be helpful. Perhaps I should have tried other makes in stores first
patricia hurley (verified owner) –
Excellent customer service! One of the extending eye pieces did not stay in position when pulled out. I emailed Avalonoptics on Monday; a new replacement pair arrived Tuesday!
Frank Agosto (verified owner) –
I chose Avalon binoculars to replace a pair of other branded bin’s stolen from my car. First impressions are favourable and the general ease of use and accurate adjustments appear far superior to previous binoculars I’ve owned.
Thiago Kathirasoo (verified owner) –
I had grown used to my old Swift Trilytes and was not expecting the Avalon 10×42 Pro HD to impress me but the image quality is very good and particularly so in low light conditions. Highly recommended
Robeena (verified owner) –
Bought them for birdwatching and although I haven’t had a chance to try them out on an outing yet, I have been able to test them out on the trees around my home and I can say that they are easy to handle and once you adjust the settings, the views are crisp and clear.
Dan –
Great value for these compact and clear binoculars. Easy to adjust and ideal for my line of work (horse trainer), even in the dark.
David Willis (verified owner) –
Compared to my Canon 7×50 binoculars from 1975, the Avalon 10×42 has of course greater magnification but poorer clarity.
James Bell (verified owner) –
Thought i was going to have problems with these binoculars when i first tried them indoors. Took them out the next day to field test them properly. Was very pleased with them , nice and compact and not too heavy, easy to adjust to suit eyes width and focused easily and smoothly too , these are very good quality binoculars and i am very glad that i bought them. I would recommend these binoculars to anyone. Lens covers are good and are attached to the binoculars and also to the binoculars neck strap , making them impossible too lose. Very good quality strong neck strap with plenty length for adjustment. My one minor gripe concerned the binocular Case/Pouch which was a little tight when trying to close the case with the binoculars inside. Apart from that these are excellent binoculars and are value for money.
Michael David Moore (verified owner) –
Bought them to watch cricket at Old Trafford, cant test them properly till the season starts in April, but initial tests outside are very good. Good value, just hope they live up to my expectations.
John Peers (verified owner) –
Bought them for watching cricket at Trent Bridge. Not cricket season yet for proper testing. But looking at the moon and others views from my home I am pleased with what I see from them. Thank you.
Kellen Ronnau –
The price is considerably less then the brand names so I was skeptical of the claims made by the company. We just want to be able to watch the duck on our pond and do a little bird watching. The binoculars are great with clear views and excellent details. They are light weight and easy to use. The carrying case and strap are a little cheap but they work well. Even if I lose them I can buy another pair and still be less cost than the competition. I would recommend them to anyone who wants binoculars but is not a fanatic. For the average user these are much more affordable and work well.
Kathrin Asto –
As expected, the lenses and the binocular itself are of excellent quality.
It was a Christmas present for my husband, he is very happy.
Service and delivery was excellent too!
claire lille (verified owner) –
Very pleased with your product. Looking forward to watching the wildlife in our new house in the forest.
Neil (verified owner) –
Excellent product and prompt delivery
Emma (verified owner) –
Very impressed, bought for a Christmas present so have just tried them out. They are weighty but not too heavy. Feel good quality. Very happy with the magnification. As for delivery, couldn’t fault it at all. Overall, very happy and will recommend.
John Jerwood (verified owner) –
Fast delivery and very pleased with the binoculars. They are light, easy to adjust and provide a clear image when observing birds and other wildlife. Good value.
Alexander Brymer (verified owner) –
Now that Christmas has passed I have tried out my 1st pair of binoculars and i am very happy with my purchase they are very easy to use and the sharpness of what I have seen so far is absolutely fantastic definitely money well spent thanks
EC (verified owner) –
Clear vision field, excellent for scouring mountains in search for wandering sheep.
Christine Straker (verified owner) –
Lovely binoculars, great Christmas present for my husband.
Lewis Taylor (verified owner) –
Excellent quality optics. Good clear field of view, easily adjusted, lightweight and amazing value. Spent a long time researching and eventually settled on these for quality and value. Not regretted it.
Stephen Cluff (verified owner) –
What’s not to like about these Binoculars , A great product and unbelievable price , Highly recommended,
Ken Gill (verified owner) –
Very good quality for the price,optics are excellent,bought as Christmas present,highly recommend them
Jean Jackson (verified owner) –
Really pleased with these binoculars!
Only used them once so far but they are so clear giving lots of detail.
Jim Perry –
Quality is as expected
Stan Weeden (verified owner) –
very good binoculars very smooth to focus they are good in dull conditions I could not be more pleased
for the quality and price and very fast delivery first class service I would recommend these to anybody
john kent (verified owner) –
these binoculars are very good I live on the east coast so a lot of ship watching a little blip in the distance whoosh you got a ship easy to use straight out of box
john kent (verified owner) –
give avalon 10 out of 10 for these 10×42 value for money as i live by the sea a lot of ships on the horizon as blips made me smile can see the light on the vessel now these are easy to use and are well worth the money
Rob Fischer –
My daughter is using my pair of 10×42 binoculars for her PhD on birds in the Darwin area. Since she likes them so much I decided a pair for herself might be a good idea and I can reclaim mine. A good x-mas present
Dorothy Pratt –
Had various new pairs of binoculars both cheap and expensive over the years due to bu,ping, dropping and loss. Tried other binoculars before choosing these. Clarity is brilliant and great over long distances. Easily adjustable between my husbands long sightedness and my short sightedness. Comfortable feel in the hands, light to carry .
Meet our needs perfectly ?????
G Wilson –
Tried the new binoculars on our property and they are very good. Able to identify livestock and wildlife from great distances. Better than the cheap pair that we use to have. (until they broke) New pair smaller and easier to carry around.
Pat (verified owner) –
Amazing. So clear and with the neck strap, perfect
Colin Gimson (verified owner) –
Just tried these binoculars from my house but the clarity is brilliant. Very light compared to the ones i had and much sharper. First impressions suggest these are a really good buy. Looking forward to using them on my holidays.
William Bruce Bartlett –
Tried them out this morning looking good and nice and light to carry
Tahira Dunn –
Quick delivery of a really great pair of binoculars. My husband loves them.
don –
light,very clear,great color
Rod P. –
Used the binoculars on the weekend and found them to be very clear and easy to use and suited my purpose very well
Greg –
Bought these to use on a safari. Had an old 8×40 bulky set from another brand which i didnt really care for and frankly never used. Now that i wear glasses i dont care for binoculars at all BUT these were really fantastic. The images were crystal clear and for safari biewing they were truly percect. A friend used them and bought a pair himself mid safari. Love them!
Ryan –
If you are like me, you are trawling the internet in search of an affordable pair of binoculars. I found this pair and read all the reviews on this website and on Procular and was so impressed I decided to purchase them. I cannot say how happy I am with the purchase! The image is crystal clear, they are so easy to use and can be used from a distance of 3m. They are really a great pair of binoculars. The low price is just a bonus.
TERIE SCOTT –
I bought them as a gift for my sister and she is into bird watching. She told me they were great and how all the colors just come alive. She was very happy to have got them and said she would tell fellow birders about how wonderful they are. Thank you so much for such a great product and a great gift for her. Terie Scott
Rex –
Very good binoculars for the price. Fast delivery and a quality product. Very happy.
Steve M –
Easy to order. Fast delivery.
Binoculars are very impressive. Nice size and weight with excellent optics.
Highly recommended.
Jim Murray –
I found that these binoculars ticked all the boxes for me in respect of being a good price, fairly lightweight and a compact sized unit. The lenses themselves have, on early testing, provided really great sharp images. My intention is to use them for wildlife spotting and landscapes. I feel sure that these binoculars will do an excellent job, so I am well satisfied. Thanks Avalon for mailing them promptly, and giving excellent service all round.
John –
Great around Binoculars at a very reasonable price. Have used then in Ireland over past month for bird watching and general viewing and happy with results. Recommended as great alround binoculars.
Britt –
Great, especially for the price! They are bright and clear, if a little blurry at further focus levels. An awesome edition to my birding gear, and I am very much looking forward to taking them on bush walks and holidays.
Diego –
I bought the Mini HD first, and within a week my wife had basically claimed them as their own. So I got the Pro HD shortly after, and I couldn’t be happier. They’re both great for whale watching, boat watching in the harbor, and even full moon watching. The Pro HD are still light enough to held with one hand, although my wife prefers the Mini HD, and she doesn’t mind giving up the 2X difference.
Tim –
These binoculars are excellent. Very sharp and clear.
First class service delivery
Craig –
Overall, I am very satisfied with these binoculars.
The optical image is bright and sharp – which is clearly the key starting point. I tested them against my Tasco 10×50 Porro Prism binos (admittedly now 20 years old but in excellent condition) and these are brighter despite the smaller objective lens. They are light weight and reasonably compact, given the image quality and magnification. The attached objective lens caps work well. The eye piece caps a little less so for me, as I use a tripod adaptor for carrying, rather than a strap (which the cap is designed to hang off). The materials make it very grippy, which will be good in adverse weather. The focus adjustment requires quite a bit of turn to go from close distance to far, but the plus side is it offers excellent fine-tuning focus adjustment. I did not measure if the 3m minimum focus distance is completely accurate, but I can confirm that it does focus quite close (especially compared to my 10×50).
On the slightly negative side:one of the twisting eye cups is too stiff to get to the most outward position. Additionally, it can also be a little difficult to get the eye accurately aligned for a completely clear image – it seems to need to be very precisely in position. Perhaps this will just be a case of getting used to the new ergonomics.
John B –
The binoculars are fantastic! They are well built and have a sharp bright image. Great value for money. I would also compliment Avalon on the fast efficient delivery and effective communication.
Shilpa –
I ordered a pair of Avalon 10×42 PRO HD binoculars over the Easter long weekend and received them a couple of days later. The website information, ordering process and delivery speed is very impressive!
I tested the binoculars out in the back yard and found setting it up very easy. The clarity, depth of field and ease of use is already impressive! The weight is also light considering how powerful these binoculars seem and my eyes felt very comfortable. The size is also comfortable and easy to handle. The carry bag is a handsome and compact although side pockets might be a useful addition to future versions.
These are my first ever pair of binoculars and I am very much looking forward to exploring the world around me with them!
Thank you, Avalon Optics, for such a great, easy to use product – and a very affordable price!
jeff Coppersmith –
I have only used these new binoculars for NASCAR and they were perfect for that. I purchased them for my wife for our safari because the are smaller and lighter than the pair I own. We may have to trade off with this pair since they were so good.
Francois Cappy –
I could be a bit biased having only owned horse racing kind of binoculars but I’m very happy with that new pair that I had for 3 months. Really good and sharp viewing. Looking forward to my holidays in West Canada in a couple of months..
Judith carter –
The first pair of binoculars I have actually been able to see birds while wearing my glasses. These are perfect . Thank you.
David Haynes –
Used them today to watch Little Athletics and I could identify my grandkids on the other side of the oval who were not recognisable to the naked eye. Exactly what I wanted them for. Very happy
Col Chaffey –
The delivery of my binoculars was communicated extremely well and arrived very quickly. They are as advertised, clear and sharp! Could not be happier ???
Rob Doughty –
Love these. Perfect for bird watching. Perfect size. Easy to use. Easy to carry.
Sue Thompson –
Love the binoculars. They cover all that I want them to do and are so easy to use. Very impressed with the updates on exactly where the package was in its travels and final notification that they had been delivered. Thank you for a great product and excellent service.
Les –
More than adequate for primary use which is bird finding. Compact and light.
Judith Hawkes –
We are yet to use these for holiday purposes, but we have tried them out at home and they are easy to use with good vision. Lightweight, which will be good for our purposes. Excellent delivery times. We are actually planning on buying a second pair, so that we don’t have to share!
Emily –
I purchased these as my first own pair for bird watching, after always borrowing binoculars from much more experienced twitchers. They are perfect – extremely light weight and so compact that I carry them with me in my handbag in my day-to-day. They provide an exquisitely clear view. They arrived quickly and beautifully packaged, were easy to ‘set up’ and the carry bag has a very convenient belt loop. All of this for an excellent price.
Alan D –
Great customer service, well packaged and prompt delivery. Binoculars are great price and are ideal for my intended use. Highly recommended.
Steve H –
Best customer service ever.
Faulty binoculars were replaced within 7 days, no fuss, many thanks to the customer support team
Binoculars are great.