I’m not all that familiar with the new EoTech models but I’m thinking I want one for my 10.5" LMT SBR. I always loved them (except for the battery life) but don’t have experience with any of the new models. Would the XPS be a wise choice for an SBR or should I look at the 553 or 556?
Being no great fan of Eotechs to begin with, the XPS ALMOST has me tempted. It is certainly the only one I would consider, and doubly so on an SBR. I’d go with the XPS2-0.
I’m a EOTech fan. I’ve had the 553 for quite a while now and my first RDS sight. I’ve been fortunate to not have any problems with it. I’d go with the 556 if I had to replace it. They are running on the cheap all over and the side mounted controls would allow you the option of a magnifier if you chose to do so.
I have had my XPS mounted on my 10.5" SBR for several weeks now and I have really enjoyed this optic beacuse it’s smaller and gives you the Eotech FOV. I used it on and off during an EAG Tactical COC a couple of weeks ago and so far has been 100% reliable.
There is really no field of view with a 1X optic. Using them with both eyes open will yield the same results. I would suggest you stay with the Aimpoint, it’s a better optic IMO. If I were forced to use an Eotech it would be one of the new XPS sights, the older units are a no go.