Compound Bow Comparator

The TX-5 is a Mathews bow specifically designed for shorter draw archers in mind. Although some will look at the TX-5 and say it is nothing more than a Triax with a 5-inch brace height, those interested in the extra speed are not going to care too much about what the TX-5 resembles. The Triax was a popular bow last model year, the those wanting a quicker arrow from the same package will be thrilled to have it available. The color options for the Mathews lineup are awesome for 2019, and so well done the finished product looks like a work of art. Some shooters may shy away from the 5-inch brace height based on some information floating around the shorter brace is less forgiving. However, those looking at the TX-5 are already aware of potential trade offs for increased speed, and it will more than likely not be a major area of concern for those the bow is designed for. The new grips are great additions to the Mathews family, and having more than one option to choose from is always a good thing. For those interested in a compact hunting bow, with some bonus speed from a shorter brace height, the $1099 price tag may be worth a new bow. Read full review...

The Triax was appreciated by almost every shooter laying hands on the bow last year out of the Mathews factory in Sparta, Wisconsin for being the most quiet and vibration free bow they ever felt. Many said this was the best it could get. However, Mathews engineers took this as a challenge, and produced the Vertix, which has 20% less vibration than the Triax! For those impressed by what they thought was the best, they will be excited to see how it has become even better with the Vertix. Shooters will love a bow with the ability to go from 50-75-pounds without the need to purchase new limbs or even have a bow press to change out the cam modules. However, if shooters are not interested in having a bow with different draw weights so easily available, the shorter 30-inch Vertix is still a sweet little bow, which Mathews says is the quietest and most vibration free rig they have ever produced. Everything about this rig was made with hunters in mind, and for that reason alone, shooters should feel confidence in this flagship model knowing the end result was created to be in the woods. For an MSRP of $1099, Mathews is competitively priced with other aluminum riser flagship models. However, this price may be a little steep for some potential buyers. All bow purchases come down to personal preference, but the Mathews Vertix has a lot to get excited about. Read full review...

• Award-winning Crosscentric Cam system
• Cam is optimized for draw length range of 23.5-29.5-inches
• Two new grips with the Engage or side plates

• Switchweight Technology is a brand new module development
• 343 feet per second, 30-inch axel-to-axel hunting bow
• Option for 80% or 85% let-off
• New Engage grip, or side plate options are extremely comfortable

• 4.58-pounds is heavy for a compact bow of only 28-inches
• Some shooters may shy away from the 5-inch brace height

• Although competitive, the $1099 price tag can be a bit pricey for some
• Switching draw weights, could require drastically different set ups