Bushnell R5 2000 AB vs Vortex Diamondback HD 2000
A spec-by-spec, CareScore™-driven breakdown of these two archery rangefinders. Every metric is normalised and weighted so the winner is decided by the data.
The verdict
Winner: the Bushnell R5 2000 AB — CareScore 74.2 vs 38.1.
The Bushnell R5 2000 AB takes this matchup with a CareScore of 74.2, a 36.1-point margin over the Vortex Diamondback HD 2000. It pulls ahead most on street price and weight. That said, the better buy still depends on how you shoot — check the spec table below for the trade-offs.
| Spec | Bushnell R5 2000 AB | Vortex Diamondback HD 2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Street Price | $249.95 | $449.99 |
| Weight | 6.40 oz | 7.60 oz |
| Deer Range(ref) | 650 yd | 1,400 yd |
| Min Range(ref) | — | 5 yd |
| Angle Mode(ref) | Bow | Hcd |
| Flightpath(ref) | — | — |
| Magnification(ref) | 6 x | 7 x |
| Objective(ref) | 25 mm | 24 mm |
| Display(ref) | — | Oled |
| Scan(ref) | — | Yes |
| Waterproof(ref) | Ipx4 | Yes |
| Battery(ref) | Cr2 | Cr2 |
| Specs won | 2 | 0 |
| CareScore | 74.2 | 38.1 |