The best bows are often not the most expensive, or the ones with the most features. Predator Raptor may have a massive draw weight and arrow speeds, but PSE Brute is even faster. However, when price and quality add into things, Predator Raptor takes the cake as the bow with the highest value. Here are a couple of other bows with superb value out of the many on the market.
1. Predator Archery Raptor Bow
Despite its relatively low price, Predator’s Raptor has all the functions you’d expect from a premium-grade option. Its 315fps max speed with 350-grain arrows is one of the best you can expect from a compound bow. Raptor doesn’t lack in accessories either, given that it comes with a five-pin sight and four-arrow quiver, among other extras.
Features
- 24.5 to 31” draw
- 30” axle-to-axle
- 75% let-off
- 30 to 70lbs draw weight
- Pre-installed d-loop and peep sight
- Aluminum frame
Pros
- Useful for youth and adults
- Affordable
- Allows for precise adjustments and customization
- Achieves impressive speed
- Durable and lightweight
Cons
- Too slow for professional use
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2. Bear Archery Rant
While it doesn’t accommodate 30lbs draw like Raptor, Bear Rant has a slightly better let off at 80%. It’s easy to assemble and even easier to use with its d-loop, peep sight, and trophy ridge. Also, its shots can reach a superb 310fps with a 305-grain arrow consistently.
Features
- Three-pin sight
- Five-arrow quiver
- 25 to 32” draw length
- Stabilizer
- 50 to 70lbs draw weight
Pros
- Gives smooth and powerful shots
- Impressive accuracy
- Ideal for 340-grain arrows
- Offers a complete accessory suite
- Reasonable price
Cons
- Not professional speed
- Sight is only three-pin
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3. PSE ARCHERY Brute NXT
It has an even tighter weight category than either of our earlier options at only 55 to 70lbs. However, the let-off is exceptional at 80%, which explains why its shot speeds reach a whopping 328fps on average. It also includes a 6” stabilizer and offers three carbon arrows as extras.
Features
- 22.5 to 30” draw length
- Three-pin sight
- 6.5” brace height
- 328fps max speeds
- BT cam
- Five-arrow quiver
- 25” axle-to-axle
- 3.5lbs
Pros
- Arrows reach professional speeds
- Quality build
- Lightweight and durable
- Optimized for hunting
- Superb weight let off
Cons
- Expensive
- Only 15lbs weight variation
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4. Bear Archery Royale Youth
It’s a youth option, which explains the low price and extensive weight variation. Despite weighing only 2.7lbs max, Bear Royale can shoot its arrows at speeds exceeding 280fps on average. It’s also easy to adjust without requiring a bow press.
Features
- Right-hand and left-hand options
- 12 to 27” draw length
- Trophy Ridge
- 290fps average speed
- Five to 50lbs draw weight
Pros
- Crazy weight range
- Small and cheap
- Comes with sights pre-installed
- Easy customization
- An ideal choice for youth
Cons
- Too light for adult use
- Doesn’t include arrows
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5. PSE RTS MINI BURNER
What it lacks in draw weight and let off, it more than makes up for in price. The bow is ridiculously cheap and isn’t cheaply made either. Among other things, you get to enjoy a three-pin sight, stabilizer, quiver, three carbon arrows, and more with it.
Features
- Arrow rest
- 26” axle-to-axle
- Ten bolt turns
- PSE FC Cam
- 65% let-off
- 29 to 40lbs weight
- 16 to 26.5” draw length
- 7” brace
Pros
- Available in large varieties
- Affordable
- Easy adjustability
- Packaged with three arrows
- Quality cam and cushioned grips
- An exceptional choice for beginners
Cons
- Let off isn’t impressive
- Short poundage range
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