Nikon Monarch 3's vs Vortex Diamondbacks

[Dry Creek]

Looking for a new pair of binos. I have narrowed it down to these two binos. Looking for some input from guys that owned both of these. Which one would you recommend.
Thanks

[sloaf]

Leupold mojaves rock.  a little more money but way better optics.

[Jake Fr]

I like my nikons I have but my leupolds that got stolen where a lot better and they where the cheaper ones and more compact

[AZWarts]

Vortex. They are half the price and very good glass as well as the warranty. I have had the diamondbacks for two years now and love them. And I have used them next to monarchs and I would still take the vortex. Either way you will get some good glass

[elkken]

I have Vortex Stokes 8x42 and they are fine optics. Very clear, but a bit heavy. I bought the inexpensive Vortex Crossfire 8x32 for truck binos and tree stand hunting and they are working out great for the price, very light and gather good light at dawn and dusk. You can't beat the warranty.

[oldbohntr]

vortex

[Matt D.]

I use 8x Diamondbacks, and the guy I hunt elk and mule deer with uses the Monarchs in 10x. We both have used each others bios a bunch to see which we like better. Both of us agree we would be happy with either brand.

[C. Halstead]

I also use 8X diamondback too! Love them. One of the best things I've bought in a while. Actually heading out tonight to glass some feild with them.

[Canyon]

Vortex is all I will buy. I love my 10x42 Diamondbacks.

[Dry Creek]

Thanks for the input!!

[soap creek]

I bought some 8x42 diamondbacks last year. Used them on muley hunt along with some guys who had much more exspensive bino's, very little difference besides the price. Best purchase I've made in a while, very pleased with them. Like mentioned earlier, you can'nt beat the warranty either.

[BOHO]

I look thru the Nikons all the time now that I work at Sports Center in Vicksburg. They are awesome and have a lifetime warranty.