Hogster
4 scopesThe compact entry line covers the basics, with no built-in laser rangefinder.
$975–$1,875
Super Hogster A3 2.9-11.6x35mm
384-class sensor35 mm lens
This sensor and lens combination favors identifying animals farther away, trading a broad scanning view for a narrower view of distant targets. Its 17.1 oz mounted weight and 3.5-hour listed runtime are worth weighing together for longer nights. Compare current offers and the alternatives below to see what a change in price buys you.
Key specs
- Resolution
- 384×288 px
- Hog ID
- 319 yd
- Field of view
- 7.5°
- Weight
- 17.1 oz
$2,175Best price
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Compare price, image performance, and handling to see which tradeoffs suit your hunting. Start with these alternatives, or compare any scope in the full lineup.
| Scope | Similar setup  Sig ECHO RQ3538435 mm3.5× | Lower price  Bering Hogster VIBE 2.0-8.0x35mm38435 mm2× | |
|---|---|---|---|
| At a glance | |||
| Best price | $2,175 | $2,100 | $1,875, advantage |
| HuntGrade Score | 57.4 | 59.2, advantage | 58.5 |
| Overall rank | #131 of 155 | #118 of 155, advantage | #121 of 155 |
| Image | |||
| Image score | 52.6 | 54.3, advantage | 53.9 |
| Resolution | 384×288 | 384×288 | 384×288 |
| Objective lens | 35mm | 35mm | 35mm |
| Field of view | 7.5° | 7.6° | 10.7°, widest field of view |
| Identification | 319 yd, advantage | 319 yd, advantage | 225 yd |
| Handling | |||
| Handling score | 74.9 | 75.1, advantage | 74.9 |
| Mounted weight | 17 oz, advantage | 32 oz | 17 oz, advantage |
| Runtime | ~3.5 hrs | ~12 hrs, advantage | ~4 hrs |
| Laser rangefinder | No | No | No |
| Warranty | |||
| Warranty score | 82.0 | 90.0, advantage | 82.0 |
| Term | 4 years | 5 years, advantage | 4 years |
| Transferable | Yes, advantage | No — first owner only | Yes, advantage |
The reasoning
What earns its score.
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Bering Super Hogster A3 2.9-11.6x35mm
384×288 sensor · 35 mm lens · 12 µm
ImageImage52.6× 80% weight
HandlingHandling74.9× 15% weight
WarrantyWarranty82.0× 5% weight
HuntGrade Score57.4
Image
52.6 pts
Sensor resolution32.2 pts384×28850% of Image
Animal detail89.8 pts319 yd ID15% of Image
Field of view63.3 pts7.5° horizontal FOV15% of Image
Sensitivity58.0 pts40 mK10% of Image
Optics82.0 ptsf/1.15% of Image
Screen72.8 pts1280×960 · 96 Hz5% of Image
Handling
74.9 pts
Mounted weight91.9 pts17.1 oz60% of Handling
Battery life30.0 pts3.5 hours20% of Handling
Water resistance95.0 ptsIP6710% of Handling
Eye relief43.0 pts40 mm10% of Handling
Warranty
82.0 pts
Electronics coverage80.0 pts4 years90% of Warranty
Transferability100.0 ptsTransferable10% of Warranty
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3 families · In-stock price ranges
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This scope’s family
Super Hogster
2 scopesThe middle line, with a closer starting view than Hogster VIBE and rangefinder options.
$2,175–$2,775
Super Yoter
2 scopesThe resolution step above the Hogster lines, with larger lenses and rangefinder options.
$3,395–$4,395A supplier attribution still under review.
Our research has not confirmed a sensor supplier across Bering’s current scope families. The Hogster and Yoter names describe product lines, not named sensor foundries.
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Bering publishes model-specific thermal warranty terms and a service process through its U.S. operation.
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| Seller | Shipping | Returns | Price | Seller links |
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| Basic Precision | Free shipping | 15-day returns | $2,175Lowest price | Visit seller |
| Night Vision Universe | Free shipping Ships in 1–5 business days | 15-day returns | $2,175Lowest price | Visit seller |
| Predator Hunter Outdoors | Free shipping on thermal and night vision products Ships in 1–3 business days | 7-day returns | $2,175Lowest price | Visit seller |
| NightVision4Less | Free shipping Ships in 1–2 business days | No returns | $2,199 | Visit seller |