I wish people would do this type of video for the more expensive models like the 256 and 384, this is one of the only videos that actually show what you'd see when looking through the unit. Everyone else just talks about the device while sitting at a desk
I sure wish I'd had this monocular when I used to coon hunt at night. It would have been a great way to spot rattlesnakes and cottonmouth mocassins before nearly stepping on them.
Have you seen this new Thermal Imaging & Night Vision Smartphone that I now have - www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/blog/agm-g2-guardian-review-thermal-imaging-night-vision-smartphone-04/ - I really like how that because it is also my phone, it means I always have it with me
I just purchased a pvs14nvm with white phosphor tube and really like it I am thinking of getting this micro TM160 to add to my nighttime capabilities. I see it on sale for 399 might be a good deal.
Thanx for all your research. What happens if the internal battery do not want to charge anymore. Is the product then useless and unservicable? Can I use an external battery pack to use the system over long periods?
Really thanks for this great detailed review! 🙂👍 If I may ask; do you still have this monocular and if so, how has your experience been so far after almost a year? Does it show any weaknesses so far? 🙂 I'd be very happy and thankful over an awnser 🙂 Thanks already ^^ 🙂
Hi Onur - thanks for the comment and glad to help. To answer your question, yes I still have it and use it without problems. In fact it is still probably my favorite night vision device as it is just so easy to use and take it on all camping trips etc where I will be out at night and hope to see wildlife.
@@Bestbinocularsreviews thanks for your awnser 🙂 ok that's great to know, thanks ^^ I am considering buying this just for fun purposes since I never had something like this 😂 and also for hiking, watching wildlife etc 🙂
When we first get one are we suppose to fully charge it first? And how long does it take to charge fully. You can get these now for $399 so I ordered one. I haven't gotten it yet. Nice video, thanks.
At 3:57 there is a face in the center of the screen just below the white hot features in view. It's looking from right to left and slightly upward. Has a thin white line making up the left border of the face lol Weird right?
Oogh wow! It took me some time to see it - but when you do, you can't unsee it! You can see the highlight is on the ridge of the nose and the top lip! very spooky! Hope did you see that in the moving video!?
Fantastic review. Can this be used indoors to check for heat leaks, water ingress, checking live electric circuits etc? I understand there are specific cameras for that but I was curious.
Hi- there is no reason why they can't be used indoors - indeed I tested them indoors looking at the fire place and some of our pets. As for water leaks etc - it just depends on the difference in temperature and how great it is as to if anything meaningful will show up.
@@Bestbinocularsreviews Many thanks for your prompt response. I was considering the TM 384 at one point too but I realize this is more than adequate for what I'm looking for since I'm a first time user.
So I'm wanting to view what's in the woods close to the road, but I also want to view across fields. Is there one device that will do both well, or would I benefit more with two devices? With this one being only $400, I have the means to get it, and also one in the $2000-$2400 range.
Hi Brad, I would suggest that these will be suitable for both of your uses, that is depending on what you want to see - how large it is and how much temperature difference it would have compared to the environment. But if you are viewing wildlife, especially something like deer, then this would be fine. At any rate you could get these first try it out and go from there id you need something larger for the longer distance stuff.
I just purchased a super yoter 640 2x8x35. I want to get a inexpensive held. I m thinking that this might fit the bill. I need it to identify, I can then use a tripod rifle with my yoter for better clarity. Do you have a opinion? thank you
so, I'm an avid wildlife photographer, lately... I've become more and more obsessed with owls. There are dense forests near me where I know there are owls, but when you go looking for them, sometimes it's a bit daunting just trying to spot anything in the very tall trees... Would this be a good device for that purpose? I wouldn't be doing it at night because with regular cameras, you really can't take pictures at night (or at least "good pictures")... the trees are oftentimes sooooo tall that the sunlight doesn't even come through (I'm in the Pacific Northwest).
Hi Ken, thanks for the question and yes I would say so ,as long as the owl is reasonably large, I am pretty sure you would be able to detect the heat from them at the tops of trees. It would also depend on just how much foliage they are behind and the temperature difference between them and the branches and leaves around them.
I think this would be good for camping just peeking out of the tent into the woods in the immediate surroundings at night....to see what is creeping around at night....would you say it would be effective for this?
Hi - thanks for the question and yes this would absolutely be a great use for them - they are now almost the first piece of kit I take on any overnight camping trip I go on.
Not really - I do not notice much difference, if any. Perhaps it is just the way my video editing software is handling the two different types of recordings?
Hey sorry but I have random irrelevant question. I’m into birding and I want to buy new binoculars, my two options are between the Zeiss Terra ED Binocular 10x42 and the Hawke Sapphire ED 10x43 Binoculars, without paying attention to the cost of the two, what do you think would be the best choice? (I know that’s a very vague question. Please help, thanks!)
Hi Joseph, thanks for the question, and no worries - it's about binoculars so definitely not irrelevant on BBR :-) It is actually tough for me to answer as I have not tested the Zeiss, so I cannot speak from first-hand experience. If I was you, I would go through the specifications and features and compare them against each other as I explain how to in this article www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/blog/which-binoculars-to-choose-08/ - then choose the one that best matches your needs. I have tried very hard many, many times and failed to get Zeiss to send me samples to test over the years - which considering I am also based in Europe is astounding to me ... you can read what you want into that, but I know that I prefer to deal with a company that is more responsive...
@@Bestbinocularsreviews that is weird considering the fact that you do good indepth reviews, that is something to note. When it comes to the specifics though there isn't too much consider. I have heard an lot about how the Zeiss are great, though I have also heard that something like the monarch 7 is better, but I was mainly curious of your opinions of the Sapphires because you rated the Frontier's the BBR best birding binos 2019, and apparently the Sapphires are just the better version of the Frontiers. Also, thank you for replying! I know you haven't had real experience with the Zeiss but I still think itd be better just to ask.
@@bookas4u Hi Joseph, Yes, you are right, I do feel that the Hawke Frontier 8x42 ED X www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/Hawke-Frontier-8x42-ED-X-Binoculars-Review-232.htm is excellent, especially when you factor in the cost. I have also reviewed an older version of the Sapphire ED back in 2013: www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/Hawke8x42SapphireED-113.htm - like the Frontier, I thought they were superb in their class, and thus I have no doubt that the current version will likewise be as good now. Nikon for me has also been another tough nut to crack, yes they make excellent optics, but like many of the big camera companies that also make binoculars, I have always found that they are soo big, it is once again tough to speak to someone when you need or want to. But perhaps that is just me - I am not sure if everyone gets the same treatment :-)
Hi - yes as earlier - I have just checked on my computer keyboard and the cables coming out of them from about 6 inches away and could clearly focus and see the heat coming from them.
Hi Richard, to be honest, I was not really aware of the LTO Tracker before now - I have just had a look at it, but it is hard for me to say as I have had no experience with it. Although I did notice on the Leupold site that it is no longer available?
Yes most certainly - the footage of the donkeys in this video was take during the day - also take a look at the full review for more info on this: www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/AGM-Asp-Micro-TM160-Thermal-Imaging-Monocular-Review-274.htm
Hi Sorin - great question - I have just checked and I can focus on objects (I check on my computer keyboard and hand) from about 6 inches away - so very close!
Dose your tm 160 make a click nose about every minute or two mine is I don't no if it is n or if something is wrong w it. If you can let me now thank you
Hi, I think so yes definitely, in fact they are currently my choice as the Best Thermal Monocular Under $600 (£/€) www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/hunting/best-thermal-monocular-for-hunting-under600.php - but it also depends on your personal circumstances, so how much money you have and how badly you need or want to see at night.
It isn't bad at all - in fact as I say in my review - it is now definitely one of my favorite toys and often the first instrument I take along if I want to "see" at night: www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/AGM-Asp-Micro-TM160-Thermal-Imaging-Monocular-Review-274.htm
I wish people would do this type of video for the more expensive models like the 256 and 384, this is one of the only videos that actually show what you'd see when looking through the unit. Everyone else just talks about the device while sitting at a desk
Finally someone who actually shows video rather just talking and bragging like some of these hunting you tubes.
I know it’s been a year but I think a lot of people would be interested in just watching you narrate your cat hunting.
True
Yes! more NV or Thermal reviews are always welcome
That must be the coolest cat-video on youtube.
Haha yeagh thanks, it was a pretty cool thing to be able to see and capture.
Greatly appreciated your full review as well!
Hi Wayne, Thanks for the comment and glad you liked it - all the best
I sure wish I'd had this monocular when I used to coon hunt at night. It would have been a great way to spot rattlesnakes and cottonmouth mocassins before nearly stepping on them.
Have you seen this new Thermal Imaging & Night Vision Smartphone that I now have - www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/blog/agm-g2-guardian-review-thermal-imaging-night-vision-smartphone-04/ - I really like how that because it is also my phone, it means I always have it with me
Thanks for the review. Couldnt afford a thermal so i just got a few cats instead.
Welcome and thanks for the comment - cats always make good videos too - just look at youtube!
0:38 you can see the mouse that the cat was sniffing for.. a couple feet away from the nose but unhidden to human tech.
I just purchased a pvs14nvm with white phosphor tube and really like it I am thinking of getting this micro TM160 to add to my nighttime capabilities. I see it on sale for 399 might be a good deal.
Excellent job on the review. HUGE thumbs up
Thank you! and thanks for the feedback - much appreciated.
Thanx for all your research. What happens if the internal battery do not want to charge anymore. Is the product then useless and unservicable? Can I use an external battery pack to use the system over long periods?
Really thanks for this great detailed review! 🙂👍 If I may ask; do you still have this monocular and if so, how has your experience been so far after almost a year? Does it show any weaknesses so far? 🙂
I'd be very happy and thankful over an awnser 🙂
Thanks already ^^ 🙂
Hi Onur - thanks for the comment and glad to help. To answer your question, yes I still have it and use it without problems. In fact it is still probably my favorite night vision device as it is just so easy to use and take it on all camping trips etc where I will be out at night and hope to see wildlife.
@@Bestbinocularsreviews thanks for your awnser 🙂 ok that's great to know, thanks ^^ I am considering buying this just for fun purposes since I never had something like this 😂 and also for hiking, watching wildlife etc 🙂
Great vid and the mouse bit was cool. Thinking about something like this for spotting small marsupials at night. 👍
Thanks for the feedback and kind words ) and yes, I think they will be perfect for this.
Good real world use of this. Thanks much.
When we first get one are we suppose to fully charge it first? And how long does it take to charge fully.
You can get these now for $399 so I ordered one. I haven't gotten it yet. Nice video, thanks.
Thanks for your great review, but I find another good one called Infiray T2 Pro with good parameters, only $399.
At 3:57 there is a face in the center of the screen just below the white hot features in view. It's looking from right to left and slightly upward. Has a thin white line making up the left border of the face lol Weird right?
Oogh wow! It took me some time to see it - but when you do, you can't unsee it! You can see the highlight is on the ridge of the nose and the top lip! very spooky! Hope did you see that in the moving video!?
This is on sale for $300 right now.
Fantastic review. Can this be used indoors to check for heat leaks, water ingress, checking live electric circuits etc? I understand there are specific cameras for that but I was curious.
Hi- there is no reason why they can't be used indoors - indeed I tested them indoors looking at the fire place and some of our pets. As for water leaks etc - it just depends on the difference in temperature and how great it is as to if anything meaningful will show up.
@@Bestbinocularsreviews Many thanks for your prompt response. I was considering the TM 384 at one point too but I realize this is more than adequate for what I'm looking for since I'm a first time user.
So I'm wanting to view what's in the woods close to the road, but I also want to view across fields. Is there one device that will do both well, or would I benefit more with two devices? With this one being only $400, I have the means to get it, and also one in the $2000-$2400 range.
Hi Brad, I would suggest that these will be suitable for both of your uses, that is depending on what you want to see - how large it is and how much temperature difference it would have compared to the environment. But if you are viewing wildlife, especially something like deer, then this would be fine. At any rate you could get these first try it out and go from there id you need something larger for the longer distance stuff.
@@Bestbinocularsreviews Thanks!
I just purchased a super yoter 640 2x8x35. I want to get a inexpensive held. I m thinking that this might fit the bill. I need it to identify, I can then use a tripod rifle with my yoter for better clarity. Do you have a opinion?
thank you
so, I'm an avid wildlife photographer, lately... I've become more and more obsessed with owls. There are dense forests near me where I know there are owls, but when you go looking for them, sometimes it's a bit daunting just trying to spot anything in the very tall trees... Would this be a good device for that purpose? I wouldn't be doing it at night because with regular cameras, you really can't take pictures at night (or at least "good pictures")... the trees are oftentimes sooooo tall that the sunlight doesn't even come through (I'm in the Pacific Northwest).
Hi Ken, thanks for the question and yes I would say so ,as long as the owl is reasonably large, I am pretty sure you would be able to detect the heat from them at the tops of trees. It would also depend on just how much foliage they are behind and the temperature difference between them and the branches and leaves around them.
Any suggestions for the best thermal & night vision binoculars.?
Hi Zul - as of yet I have not tested a combined thermal and NV device, but that would be seriously cool - the best of both worlds.
@@Bestbinocularsreviews Alright., thanks 👍👍👍👍👍
I think this would be good for camping just peeking out of the tent into the woods in the immediate surroundings at night....to see what is creeping around at night....would you say it would be effective for this?
Hi - thanks for the question and yes this would absolutely be a great use for them - they are now almost the first piece of kit I take on any overnight camping trip I go on.
I noticed that video recorded directly by phone is more clear. Is it true?
Not really - I do not notice much difference, if any. Perhaps it is just the way my video editing software is handling the two different types of recordings?
Hey sorry but I have random irrelevant question. I’m into birding and I want to buy new binoculars, my two options are between the Zeiss Terra ED Binocular 10x42 and the Hawke Sapphire ED 10x43 Binoculars, without paying attention to the cost of the two, what do you think would be the best choice? (I know that’s a very vague question. Please help, thanks!)
Hi Joseph, thanks for the question, and no worries - it's about binoculars so definitely not irrelevant on BBR :-) It is actually tough for me to answer as I have not tested the Zeiss, so I cannot speak from first-hand experience. If I was you, I would go through the specifications and features and compare them against each other as I explain how to in this article www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/blog/which-binoculars-to-choose-08/ - then choose the one that best matches your needs. I have tried very hard many, many times and failed to get Zeiss to send me samples to test over the years - which considering I am also based in Europe is astounding to me ... you can read what you want into that, but I know that I prefer to deal with a company that is more responsive...
@@Bestbinocularsreviews that is weird considering the fact that you do good indepth reviews, that is something to note. When it comes to the specifics though there isn't too much consider. I have heard an lot about how the Zeiss are great, though I have also heard that something like the monarch 7 is better, but I was mainly curious of your opinions of the Sapphires because you rated the Frontier's the BBR best birding binos 2019, and apparently the Sapphires are just the better version of the Frontiers. Also, thank you for replying! I know you haven't had real experience with the Zeiss but I still think itd be better just to ask.
@@bookas4u Hi Joseph, Yes, you are right, I do feel that the Hawke Frontier 8x42 ED X www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/Hawke-Frontier-8x42-ED-X-Binoculars-Review-232.htm is excellent, especially when you factor in the cost. I have also reviewed an older version of the Sapphire ED back in 2013: www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/Hawke8x42SapphireED-113.htm - like the Frontier, I thought they were superb in their class, and thus I have no doubt that the current version will likewise be as good now. Nikon for me has also been another tough nut to crack, yes they make excellent optics, but like many of the big camera companies that also make binoculars, I have always found that they are soo big, it is once again tough to speak to someone when you need or want to. But perhaps that is just me - I am not sure if everyone gets the same treatment :-)
Can you use it to see elctric panels or for computer parts from about 20 inches?
Hi - yes as earlier - I have just checked on my computer keyboard and the cables coming out of them from about 6 inches away and could clearly focus and see the heat coming from them.
@@Bestbinocularsreviews tnx. Hope to see in your next video
How good would this system pick up a dog in heavy foliage at 50 yards away?
I would say very good - obviously depends on how heavy, the heavy foliage is though!
Between this and the leupold lto tracker 2, which would you prefer?
Hi Richard, to be honest, I was not really aware of the LTO Tracker before now - I have just had a look at it, but it is hard for me to say as I have had no experience with it. Although I did notice on the Leupold site that it is no longer available?
How distance you can see clearly?
It depends on what yoa mean by clearly, how big the object is and how much different the temperature of it is compared to the surroundings...
@@Bestbinocularsreviews to see a persona how distance he can detect clear
Have you used this during the daytime
Yes most certainly - the footage of the donkeys in this video was take during the day - also take a look at the full review for more info on this: www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/AGM-Asp-Micro-TM160-Thermal-Imaging-Monocular-Review-274.htm
What is the minimum distance it can be used?
Hi Sorin - great question - I have just checked and I can focus on objects (I check on my computer keyboard and hand) from about 6 inches away - so very close!
Dose your tm 160 make a click nose about every minute or two mine is I don't no if it is n or if something is wrong w it. If you can let me now thank you
Hi Tim, no it does not do that at all.
Thats your unit auto nuking, it supposed too.
Pretty sure that is auto leveling....a sort of calibration.
So is it worth the money or no ?
Hi, I think so yes definitely, in fact they are currently my choice as the Best Thermal Monocular Under $600 (£/€) www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/hunting/best-thermal-monocular-for-hunting-under600.php - but it also depends on your personal circumstances, so how much money you have and how badly you need or want to see at night.
@@Bestbinocularsreviews right on thanks bro . Yeah I been eyeballing it it’s doesn’t look bad for the price range
It isn't bad at all - in fact as I say in my review - it is now definitely one of my favorite toys and often the first instrument I take along if I want to "see" at night: www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/AGM-Asp-Micro-TM160-Thermal-Imaging-Monocular-Review-274.htm
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What size are the threads
Hi, I am not sure and I can't seem to find any info on it - sorry not to be able to help you more.
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Awesome review!! Great job 👍
Thanks so much!