Compound Bow Comparator

The Hoyt Torrex XT LD is the long-draw answer in Hoyt's value lineup - a $749 bow-only hunter that takes the Torrex XT's fast, refined chassis, fits a long-draw module for a 30-to-31-inch window, and opens the brace height back up to a forgiving 7 inches so the tall shooter gets clearance and margin without losing speed; it still rates 336 fps because the longer draw pays back what the longer brace costs. It carries the parts that make the whole Torrex line punch above its price - the RX-1 X-Act grip, the Cam & 1/2 system, the easy 80-percent hold, the roller guard and Limb Shox for a quiet shot - and the proven Torrex real-world output in the high 260s to low 290s fps with hunting arrows. What stands out to me is simply that it fits: for a long-draw archer, reaching a true, comfortable 31-inch full draw on a bow this capable and this affordable is rare. It is an excellent bow for the dedicated long-draw hunter, particularly strong as a treestand and western hunting rig for a 30-to-31-inch shooter who has been short-changed by other value bows. Buyers inside a 30-inch draw should look instead at the standard Torrex or Torrex XT; long-draw buyers who want the widest possible adjustment range should also consider the Diamond Infinite Edge Pro. Read full review...

The Powermax is a budget friendly bow in the medium range of new 2016 models, which should appeal to a large number of shooters and archery styles. The Powermax may make a great 3D bow for a female shooter, a higher end hunting bow for a youth shooter wanting to get a little more serious, or a nice back up bow for someone that likes to be prepared for a variety of circumstances. The Powermax is replacing the Charger, which several shooters felt was a solid combination of high-end technology and price. The MSRP of the Powermax set at $499 is pretty tough to beat, and although the price is relatively low, the bow is a flat out shooter no matter what the price is. To have a compact bow shooting 328 feet per second with the customization the Powermax offers, this model should be a really great seller in the mid-range for Hoyt in 2016. Read full review...

While the Infinite Edge revolutionized the bow market last year, Diamond Archery has answered the call once again, providing a similar bow with many important upgrades. For half the price of a typical flagship hunting or target bow, archers can now purchase a bow that can technically last them their whole life. 65lbs of draw weight and 18" of draw length adjustment with a simple allen wrench is an impressive feat, especially with the retention of a high quality draw cycle at all settings. With a decent factory suppression system, well-engineered cams, a few solid finish options, and the option for long draw shooters to shoot the above average 31" draw, this bow should be seriously considered as both a first bow and as an upgrade from an archer's first. Read full review...

• A true long-draw hunting bow - fits 30-31-inch shooters at a full 70 pounds with no youth-bow or non-adjustable compromise
• Keeps the Torrex XT's roller cable guard and Limb Shox dampers for a smooth, quiet shot
• Runs a forgiving 7-inch brace, an inch longer than the standard XT, giving long-draw shooters more clearance and margin while still rating 336 fps
• Same flagship X-Act grip and Cam & 1/2 system as the rest of the line, at a sub-$800 price

• Mid-range price point with high-end technology
• Colors to blend in or stand out anywhere
• 6-inches of draw length adjustability without a bow press
• 40-pound range of draw weight
• $499 price tag; also offered in a Hoyt package deal for $649

• Extremely large draw weight range from 5-70lbs
• Improved draw length adjustability from 13-31"
• Improved dual cam system with a solid back wall in the draw cycle
• Extreme versatility for archers of all ages

• The 30-31-inch draw window only fits genuinely long-draw shooters - anyone shorter wants the standard Torrex or Torrex XT instead
• The slick plastic X-Act grip surface divides owners - a few dollars of grip tape gives a surer hold for cold or wet hands

• Mid range price point bow does not have all the latest advertised technology
• Limbs are only available in 10-pound increments

• Average IBO of 310fps
• Plastic grip