--- product_id: 48996744 title: "Vortex Optics Solo 10x25 Waterproof Monocular, Black" brand: "vortex" price: "₱14423" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/48996744-vortex-optics-solo-10x25-waterproof-monocular-black store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Waterproof & fogproof sealed design 10x magnification for crisp detail Rubber armored for rugged durability Vortex Optics Solo 10x25 Waterproof Monocular, Black **Brand:** vortex **Price:** ₱14423 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔭 See More, Miss Less — Your Adventure’s Best-Kept Secret ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Vortex Optics Solo 10x25 Waterproof Monocular, Black by vortex - **How much does it cost?** ₱14423 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/48996744-vortex-optics-solo-10x25-waterproof-monocular-black) ## Best For - vortex enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted vortex brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **All-Weather Ready:** Nitrogen-purged and O-ring sealed to keep your view crystal clear rain or shine. - • **Comfort-First Eyecup:** Adjustable twist-out eyecup for effortless viewing with or without glasses—comfort meets clarity. - • **Lightweight & Compact:** Sleek 5.6 oz design fits comfortably in your hand or pocket for on-the-go adventures. - • **Non-Slip Rubber Armor:** Durable, textured grip ensures secure handling even in the roughest conditions. - • **Crystal-Clear 10x Magnification:** Bring distant details into sharp focus with powerful 10x zoom—never miss a moment. ## Overview The Vortex Optics Solo 10x25 Monocular combines powerful 10x magnification with a bright 25mm fully multi-coated lens in a compact, lightweight design. Engineered for durability with rubber armor and sealed to be waterproof and fogproof, it delivers crisp, clear images in any environment. Perfect for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts seeking reliable, high-performance optics that fit seamlessly into an active lifestyle. ## Description You can always have a quality optic close at hand with the monocular. This compact, easy-to-carry monocular delivers quality viewing for outdoor enthusiasts who wish to bring Nature a bit closer. Fully multi-coated glass surfaces deliver bright Images in a compact, lightweight, easy to handle unit. Waterproof, fog proof and shockproof. From bow hunters to backpackers the solo makes a great addition to any gear list. Review: A perfect balance between optical performance and size - This is a superb piece of kit. My old monocular of 30+ years, having given up the ghost, I was looking for a replacement. This Vortex 10 x 36 is, in my (experienced but not expert) opinion, about as good as it gets. I have seen no sign of chromatic abberation (fringeing) and the viewing field is sharply focused practically right across. (On cheaper models it is often only the centre of the viewing picture that stays in focus) It is not very heavy and is comparitively small, fitting snugly in the hand thanks to the rubber armour. It is actually a very solidly put together optic and although I haven't dropped it yet (!) it looks and feels like it could easily survive occasional rough handling. Unlike others here, I had no problems with the focusing ring being stiff. Perhaps that problem has been fixed? In use, the Vortex offers up a bright, clear image. 10x magnification is about all you would effectively need, since anything more powerful would be almost impossible to use because of the natural movement you encounter with one-handed operation on a narrow field of view. What's critical is the diameter of the objective lens. Most monoculars have objective lenses of around 25mm. But the bigger this number, the more light gets in and the brighter and clearer the image you will see. Of course, the bigger the lens, the bigger the device, so a balance has to be struck. And, for me, Vortex have got it bang on with a 36 mm lens in a compact, rugged and, it has to be said, quite stylish looking device with superb optical performance. If I have to be picky, it's the case it comes with. This is open at the sides which can let dirt in. Also the belt loop is fixed with a press stud. This came undone on my first outing. However a bit of swift needlework has now permanently closed the loop, so problem solved. Lens caps would also be a real advantage. But the sheer optical quality, manufacturing excellence and performance in the field, to say nothing of the lifetime guarantee, are more than enough for me to give 5 stars. If you are looking for a powerful monocular with robust performance that could easily last you a lifetime, I recommend this without hesitation. Review: best monocular I've had - I've had two other monoculars in the past, I have a terrible habit of loosing them. The earliest one I had was less powerful but I forget the make/model. My last one was a "visionary" which had a very clever close range function for looking at insects and flora etc, it had the same stats for distance 10x but I think the field of vision was smaller than this. With this one the field of vision feels a lot larger even though I believe it's only 1 more than the visionary it somehow feels a lot bigger,brighter and crisper image. The monoculars structure is very satisfying because it feels very durable and textured, feeling like a sturdy piece of kit but is also very light. The pouch you get with it isn't the neoprene sock thing that you see in some of the you tube "unboxing" it is however a soft Velcro pouch like you'd normal get for a camera etc. A twist out eye relief which I find very useful because otherwise all I could see would be my own eyelashes on the lense. I recommend this monocular. ## Features - 10x magnification and 25mm objectives lens, the Solo Monocular is a small, lightweight optic with fully multi-coated lenses, increasing the light transmission and resolution giving you the clear, crisp images you want. - The monocular is fully rubber armored providing a non-slip grip to the user and making it extremely durable. - Nitrogen purged and o-ring sealed, the Solo delivers waterproof and fogproof performance in any environment. - The adjustable eyecup allows for comfortable viewing with or without glasses. - Field of View: 315 feet/1000 yards6 degrees.Close Focus: 16.4 feet ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B002UQ71HC | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | 35,164 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 118 in Monoculars | | Box Contents | Neck Lanyard, Carry Case | | Brand Name | Vortex | | Coating | Fully Multi-Coated | | Compatible Devices | Smartphone | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (5,446) | | Exit Pupil Diameter | 2.5 Millimeters | | Eye Piece Lens Description | Plössl | | Field Of View | 107.14 Feet | | Finderscope | Reflex | | Focal Length Description | 10x | | Focus Type | Fixed Focus | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00611138326018, 00875874002081 | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 11.2D x 5W x 6H centimetres | | Item Type Name | Solo Monocular 10x25 | | Item Weight | 5.6 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Vortex Optics | | Manufacturer Part Number | S105 | | Model Name | Solo Monocular 10x25 | | Model Number | S105 | | Mount | Altazimuth Mount | | Objective Lens Diameter | 25 Millimetres | | Optical-Tube Length | 11.2 Centimetres | | Power Source | Manual winding | | Product Features | Lightweight, Reflex finderscope | | UPC | 611138326018 645080944549 616320867829 875874002081 | | Zoom Ratio | 10:1 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Vortex - **Eye piece lens description:** Plössl - **Finderscope:** Reflex - **Focus type:** Fixed Focus - **Model name:** Solo Monocular 10x25 - **Objective lens diameter:** 25 Millimetres - **Optical tube length:** 11.2 Centimetres - **Power source:** Manual winding - **Product dimensions:** 11.2D x 5W x 6H centimetres - **Telescope mount description:** Altazimuth Mount ## Images ![Vortex Optics Solo 10x25 Waterproof Monocular, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71yccN4krIL.jpg) ![Vortex Optics Solo 10x25 Waterproof Monocular, Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71QfH0GQ6DL.jpg) ![Vortex Optics Solo 10x25 Waterproof Monocular, Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71H6DCrXLHL.jpg) ![Vortex Optics Solo 10x25 Waterproof Monocular, Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71D46llRP5L.jpg) ![Vortex Optics Solo 10x25 Waterproof Monocular, Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71s2wEAb3jL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can this be used by someone with vision in only one eye for animal viewing?** A: Only if you hold it up to your good eye. **Q: I have heard that 8x is easier to hold steady than 10x, but the 8x25 is only 4.2in long. Does this not also hinder holding steady?** A: It's A LOT easier to hold steady a 8X than a 10x...not always you are going to be calm enough to hold steady a 10x...Steadiness it's crucial. **Q: Hi all, I've read many reviews, and the specs...but am still unclear about what the "close focus" is. 1 foot? 10 feet? thanks!** A: Close focus is 25 feet, a little fuzzy at 20 ft. I use mine to spot bullet holes in a target when shooting with iron sights at 50 yards. Works great! **Q: how close is close focus?** A: I am estimating it to be about 15 feet. Didn't find this out until after I bought it and started using it. Would have really liked something that was more like 5 to 6 feet, or closer. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A perfect balance between optical performance and size *by O***R on 9 January 2015* This is a superb piece of kit. My old monocular of 30+ years, having given up the ghost, I was looking for a replacement. This Vortex 10 x 36 is, in my (experienced but not expert) opinion, about as good as it gets. I have seen no sign of chromatic abberation (fringeing) and the viewing field is sharply focused practically right across. (On cheaper models it is often only the centre of the viewing picture that stays in focus) It is not very heavy and is comparitively small, fitting snugly in the hand thanks to the rubber armour. It is actually a very solidly put together optic and although I haven't dropped it yet (!) it looks and feels like it could easily survive occasional rough handling. Unlike others here, I had no problems with the focusing ring being stiff. Perhaps that problem has been fixed? In use, the Vortex offers up a bright, clear image. 10x magnification is about all you would effectively need, since anything more powerful would be almost impossible to use because of the natural movement you encounter with one-handed operation on a narrow field of view. What's critical is the diameter of the objective lens. Most monoculars have objective lenses of around 25mm. But the bigger this number, the more light gets in and the brighter and clearer the image you will see. Of course, the bigger the lens, the bigger the device, so a balance has to be struck. And, for me, Vortex have got it bang on with a 36 mm lens in a compact, rugged and, it has to be said, quite stylish looking device with superb optical performance. If I have to be picky, it's the case it comes with. This is open at the sides which can let dirt in. Also the belt loop is fixed with a press stud. This came undone on my first outing. However a bit of swift needlework has now permanently closed the loop, so problem solved. Lens caps would also be a real advantage. But the sheer optical quality, manufacturing excellence and performance in the field, to say nothing of the lifetime guarantee, are more than enough for me to give 5 stars. If you are looking for a powerful monocular with robust performance that could easily last you a lifetime, I recommend this without hesitation. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ best monocular I've had *by A***M on 8 January 2017* I've had two other monoculars in the past, I have a terrible habit of loosing them. The earliest one I had was less powerful but I forget the make/model. My last one was a "visionary" which had a very clever close range function for looking at insects and flora etc, it had the same stats for distance 10x but I think the field of vision was smaller than this. With this one the field of vision feels a lot larger even though I believe it's only 1 more than the visionary it somehow feels a lot bigger,brighter and crisper image. The monoculars structure is very satisfying because it feels very durable and textured, feeling like a sturdy piece of kit but is also very light. The pouch you get with it isn't the neoprene sock thing that you see in some of the you tube "unboxing" it is however a soft Velcro pouch like you'd normal get for a camera etc. A twist out eye relief which I find very useful because otherwise all I could see would be my own eyelashes on the lense. I recommend this monocular. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good visibility, magnification and build. *by F***S on 7 June 2014* Quite chunky but rubberised grip provides good protection and water proofing. Focus ring is a little stiff and small for one handed focusing but view is clear and bright. Excellent belt case makes carrying easy. ## Frequently Bought Together - Vortex Optics Solo Monocular 10x25 - Adjustable Eyecup, Fully Multi-Coated Lenses, Rubber Armor, Non-Slip Grip, Fogproof, Waterproof - Unlimited, Unconditional Warranty - Mchoi Hard EVA Travel Case for Vortex Optics Solo Monocular 10x25, Case Only - GOSKY Smartphone Adapter Mount Regular Size - Compatible with Binoculars, Monoculars, Spotting Scopes, Telescope, Microscopes Fits almost all Smartphones on the Market Record Nature and The World --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/48996744-vortex-optics-solo-10x25-waterproof-monocular-black](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/48996744-vortex-optics-solo-10x25-waterproof-monocular-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*