We compared two compact binoculars for hiking, birdwatching and travel: the Nocs Provisions Standard Issue 10x25 and the Celestron Outland X 8x25.
What we looked at
Magnification, waterproofing rating, weight, and price.
The verdict
If you want higher 10x magnification with an IPX7 waterproof rating (submersible for up to 3ft for 30 minutes, per the listing) and a lightweight 337g body, the Nocs Provisions Standard Issue is the higher-magnification pick, at £91.93, though only 2 were left when checked. If you would rather pay £42.94 less for 8x magnification with a rubber-armoured, waterproof and fogproof body backed by a limited lifetime warranty, the Celestron Outland X is the value option, at £48.99.
A £91.93 pair of 10x25 binoculars with a stated IPX7 waterproof rating, only 2 left.
A £48.99 pair of 8x25 binoculars, waterproof and fogproof with a lifetime warranty.
Nocs Provisions Standard Issue 10x25 Waterproof Binoculars, Pacific Blue II — Higher Magnification
Intended for: Marketed as compact, lightweight pocket binoculars (337g) with 10x magnification, full multi-layer coated optics, a central focusing system, Swiss-designed BaK4 prisms, an IPX7 waterproof and anti-fog rating (submersible to 3ft for 30 minutes), a multi-stop swivel eye cup, and an ergonomic "Rugged Wave Grip" design.
What we liked
- Higher 10x magnification than the Celestron's 8x
- Stated IPX7 waterproof rating, submersible to 3ft for 30 minutes
- Lightweight at a stated 337g
- Multi-stop swivel eye cup for glasses wearers or naked eye use
- Fully multi-layer coated optics for a bright, crisp image, per the listing
Worth knowing
- Costs £42.94 more than the Celestron on these listings
- Only 2 were left in stock when checked
Best for
- Buyers who want higher 10x magnification
- Anyone who wants a specific stated waterproof depth rating
- Hiking and birdwatching where lightweight matters
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants the most stock available right now
Celestron 71340 Outland X 8x25 Compact Roof Prism Binoculars, Black — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as pocket-sized 8x magnification compact binoculars with multi-coated optics and BaK-4 prisms for high resolution and contrast, a rubber-armoured, waterproof and fogproof body filled and sealed with dry nitrogen gas, twist-up eyecups for quick eye-relief adjustment, and a limited lifetime warranty from a manufacturer based in California since 1960.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Nocs Provisions on these listings, at £48.99
- Multi-coated optics and BaK-4 prisms for crisp, detailed views, per the listing
- Waterproof and fogproof with nitrogen-filled sealing
- Rubber-armoured, durable exterior with an anti-slip grip
- Limited lifetime warranty, per the listing
Worth knowing
- Lower magnification than the Nocs (8x against 10x)
- No specific IPX-rated depth figure stated in the listing
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants a long-established binoculars brand with a lifetime warranty
- General hiking, travel and birdwatching use
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants the higher 10x magnification
- Buyers who want a specific stated waterproof depth rating
