US prices from official stores, checked on November 9, 2026 · 14 thermal monoculars compared · no paid scores

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TOPDON thermal monoculars compared (2026)

2 models from $409.99 to $899; the best rated is the TOPDON TS004 Pro, at 8.7/10.

2monoculars compared
8.7/10best score in the lineup
$409.99lowest checked price
310 glightest model, with battery

Data from the official TOPDON US pages, prices checked on November 9, 2026. Calculated scores.

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TOPDON lineup
TOPDON TS004 ProTOPDON TS004 Pro8.7$899384×288 · 19 mm · 310 gWi-Fi app1 year
TOPDON TS004TOPDON TS0048.5$409.99256×192 · 13 mm · 330 gWi-Fi app1 year

Alternatives from rival brands

For each of the best-rated TOPDON models: the closest-priced thermal monocular from another brand.

TOPDON TS004 ProTOPDON TS004 Pro$899 · 8.7/10
or
RIX Pocket K3RIX Pocket K3$799 · 8.7/10

RIX sells the RIX Pocket K3 $100 cheaper, with the same score.

TOPDON TS004TOPDON TS004$409.99 · 8.5/10
or
AGM Taipan V2 10-256AGM Taipan V2 10-256$544.50 · 8.5/10

AGM sells the Taipan V2 10-256 $134.51 more expensive, with the same score.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best TOPDON thermal monocular?

With our published formula, the TOPDON TS004 Pro scores 8.7/10 ("Very good"), at $899 checked on November 9, 2026.

How much does a TOPDON thermal monocular cost?

The 2 models we compare range from $409.99 to $899, at the official US prices read on November 9, 2026.

Where can you buy TOPDON thermal monoculars?

Our buttons go to: TOPDON US store. The price and availability at the store when you buy are the ones that apply.

What are the alternatives to TOPDON?

Instead of the TS004 Pro: the RIX Pocket K3 ($799, 8.7/10); Instead of the TOPDON TS004: the AGM Taipan V2 10-256 ($544.50, 8.5/10).

How are TOPDON monoculars scored?

With the same ten criteria as every other brand (sensor, reach, NETD, display, battery, weight, rangefinder, water protection, warranty, price), from TOPDON's published figures. The full formula is on our methodology page.