Compound Bow Comparator

The Hoyt Carbon ZT 30 is another great offering by Hoyt, but the price tag is sure to scare off a lot of shooters. Although there are some advancements in technology for the 2014 Hoyt Carbon Spyder 30, the difference may not be enough to justify an upgrade. With that being said, those who did not buy the 2014 model will get a stronger riser, a Zero Torque Cable Guard system, and confidence in buying a top of the line bow from a giant in the archery industry. This bow is lightweight, compact in design, and has an easy drawing cam system producing decent speed numbers with a forgiving brace height. Price tag aside, this bow is a winner, but the ultimate decision will be the shooters personal preference. Read full review...

It is really hard to find anything wrong with the Carbon Spyder 30. When holding the bow, shooters will immediately notice how well engineered it is. After shooting the bow, they will be amazed at how dead and quite it is while still having some really great performance. However, price is going to be a huge deterrent for shooters not leaving the store with the new Hoyt carbon bow. Even those that can afford the bow are going to have a hard time paying an additional $400 on top of an already expensive flagship offering in the Faktor series. Is the extra money worth it? Only the shooter can decide. Those purchasing the Carbon Spyder 30 will be very pleased at how well it performs, but the market for those who can afford it has been significantly reduced with the $1399 price tag. Read full review...

• Hoyt always rates their speed with achievable numbers (332 fps IBO)
• Hoyt claims this carbon riser is the lightest, quietest, and strongest one made so far
• Tons of color and finish options available
• Easy to shoot, dead in hand, maneuverable in any situation

• Short, compact, strong, and lightweight
• Incorporates all technologies Hoyt has into one package
• Smooth drawing and vibration free shot

• 30-inch axel-to-axel measurement may be short for some
• Fit and finish has historically not been great in terms of longevity
• MSRP of $1449 is tough to swallow even if shooters are not on a budget

• Price is expensive (MSRP $1399)