Compound Bow Comparator

The Axius Alpha is the most compact hunting bow ever designed by Hoyt, and it marks off a large number of wants for those on the market for a short hunting bow. There is a fair amount of performance with an ATA speed rating of 342 feet per second. The 4.3-pound bare bow weight is also fairly lightweight for an aluminum riser, which will make it easier to maneuver in tight spaces or on long walks in the mountains. The 29.5-inch axle-to-axle measurement may create an uncomfortable string angle for shooters at the upper end of the draw length range, but that is a personal preference some may be fine with. The suggested asking price of $1199 is more competitive than some other bows in Hoyt's lineup, when compared to the competition. However, the price may be too pricey for the compact hunting bow market, which has a lot of really amazing offerings for 2020, which are all less expensive than the Axius Alpha. There is a lot to love about the 2020 Axius Alpha. Unfortunately, the price may force shooters to look at other great shooting hunting bows with a smaller price tag. Read full review...

The Alpha series is an awesome offering from Hoyt in 2020, and the carbon RX-4 Alpha bow is worth a test shot. This RX-4 Alpha is the most compact hunting bow Hoyt has ever produced, and it came about with input from customers and shop owners from across the country with whitetail hunting in mind. For that style of hunting, the RX-4 Alpha truly shines. Anywhere maneuverability makes sense, the RX-4 Alpha will be a great option. The new cams, although redesigned with minor changes, have a great feel much different than previous models. The largest negative with the Alpha is the price. A suggested retail price of $1699 is expensive no matter how much technology is integrated into the design of the bow. Carbon risers have always gotten a premium price tag, but $1699 is a lot of money. It is a shame many shooters will not even give the RX-4 Alpha a serious consideration because of the sticker price. However, those able to spend whatever they want on a new hunting bow have a really great offering, never before seen from Hoyt. Anyone wanting a compact hunting bow, with a carbon riser should give the RX-4 Alpha a serious test shot. Read full review...

• The shortest flagship hunting bow Hoyt has ever created
• Designed for treestand and ground blind hunting
• An ATA speed rating of 342 feet per second

• Designed as the most compact carbon bow Hoyt has ever produced
• Newly designed ZTR cam is smoother, has a more solid back wall, and quieter than any other Hoyt ever made
• An ATA rated 342 feet per second is pretty fast for such a shootable bow

• The changes made are not major enough for some shooters
• Another price increase for a suggested retail of $1199

• Some critics feel more changes should have been made
• A suggested retail price of $1699 is really hard to pay, even for those not on a strict budget