Compound Bow Comparator

Bear claims the Approach HC breaks all the "Get what you pay for" rule, and that is an understatement. The Approach HC includes some of outstanding high-end features, has great performance, and feels outstanding for any bow. When considering the $449 price tag, this bow could be fully rigged with high-end accessories and still price out where many flagship bows start. It would be nice for the bow to come with more finish options, but even Bear's flagship models only come with two options. It is no shocker the Approach HC won the "Outdoor Life" Great Buy Award. Bear should be proud to offer such a great bow at such a favorable price point. Those on the market for a new hunting bow should seriously consider the Bear Approach HC. Read full review...

Those looking for the adjustment of the Bear Cruzer elsewhere will have difficulty finding it. The draw length range is a massive 18-inches, and the limbs can be adjusted for 65-pounds. This bow will fit just about anyone, and coming in with a ready to hunt package for a low price of $399 makes the Cruzer a looker for anyone wanting to get started in the archery world. Shooters that are done growing may benefit from a bow that is designed with a smaller adjustability range. However, those with growing left to do will benefit a great deal from having a bow that can grow with them. The Bear Cruzer has the potential to be the only bow a shooter ever owns. Read full review...

• "Outdoor Life" Great Buy winner
• Hybrid cam system is smooth drawing and high performing
• Suggested price of only $449.99

• Great bow for shooters with growing to do
• Draw length adjusts from 12-30-inches with a rotating module
• 5-70-pounds of draw weight
• Comes decked out with an accessory package

• Only two finish options

• Accessory package does not offer the top of the line items
• Perhaps too much adjustability