Compound Bow Comparator

PSE has really packed a great deal of technology into the $799 price tag of their 2016 Inertia bow, which shooters of all abilities will truly appreciate. For those wanting a compact hunting bow with exceptional performance, the Inertia is certainly worth a test shot. The designed ability to tweak the back wall feel of the bow is well received by shooters because it allows them to be more conscious of the specifications they like rather than the back wall feel, since the Inertia allows for that to be fully customized. Some shooters may not like the idea of possibly needing to drop down in draw weight to feel more comfortable with the stiff draw cycle. However, with the exceptional performance of the bow, dropping down even 10 full pounds will more than likely still outperform the bow shooters are replacing at a heavier draw weight. Although some may think of this as a negative, it should not be because lower draw weight is easier to manage and if it still outperforms at a lighter poundage, it is an upgrade all around. The Inertia is a great hunting bow, and for the price, it should be on the list of many shooters to try out for 2016. Read full review...

High performance bows like the PSE Decree often do not get a fair shot in terms of head to head comparisons because most people feel bows set at the same draw weight are equal. Cams like the Inertia Cams with more of an aggressive feel allow shooters to drop significantly in draw weight and still maintain the same speed. It may be worthwhile for those comparing the Decree to other models for each rig to be set to the same speed instead of the same draw weight to get a true sense of what the Decree's performance. The Decree is a great bow for PSE and will be the option of choice for many hunters in the fall. The energy produced by the Decree is outstanding for a high performance bow, and the draw cycle although stiff, really feels great after adjusting. For 355 feet per second, the PSE Decree's small frame and lightweight design make it a wonderful option for a hunting bow. Read full review...

• A Compact design, perfect for those wanting a shorter hunting bow
• Great speeds for a hunting bow clocking in at 348 feet per second
• Riser made of 7075 aluminium
• $799 MSRP tag

• A high performance speed bow with a favorable draw cycle
• Speeds with to 355 feet per second with a 6-inch brace height
• Compact, lightweight design

• Some people tend to shy away from 6-inch brace height bows
• The somewhat aggressive cams may require shooters to drop down in draw weight

• The generated speed comes with a stiff draw cycle
• MSRP of $949 may not be for those on a budget