Pretty good for what it cost me. it does the job.if you REALLY want to see at night shell out for a FLIR unit....even a cheap one....you wont be disappointed.

I purchased this item because of the review by real2all1. His review is correct, except it takes 3 AA batteries. Here are some helpful hints that I also learned: 1. This device destroys night vision in the eye that you are using. However, there is a cure. Put a red lens over the eyepiece. I used a red lens that came with an old AA flashlight that I had. The lens has a diameter of 1.120 inches, but a little larger would be better, say maybe 30-35 mm. I held it in place with small pieces of Scotch Tape. 2. After turning the viewer on, the first thing you should do is turn the eyepiece to make the display (battery, sensitivity level, and IR level) come into focus. Later, when you are looking at objects, turn the objective lens, similar to the same way you focus binoculars. 3. Give the item a fair chance to work properly, as you learn how to use it best I suggest looking down a dark country road with no houses around. Focus the objective lens on the fence posts and trees along side the road. ( I could easily see over 100 yards). Walk down the road 100 yards, then look back at your parked vehicle, that has headlights off. See how clearly you can see it, as well as a person if someone is with you. 4. Settings - I found that the medium, frame rate setting of 15 worked best, in conjunction the medium and high IR settings. Changing the magnification from 3X to 6X was worthless. Zero magnification (1X) would be best. 5. Uses-The viewer works best in open country. Looking towards vegetation that is only 10 to 20 yards away causes an overload of reflected IR light for the viewer. Use the default (low) settings, for both frame rate and IR intensity for best results when looking at objects near to you. 6. Finally, If I could have the manufacturer change something, it would be to add an interchangeable red lens for the eyepiece, and have only 1X magnification. Like reviewer real2all1, I think this is a fine unit considering a price of about $112.

I bought this for hunting. I'm not made of money so I chose this. It does work. Maybe you can get 50 yards. I used this while it was still dark to see critters before hunting hours started.

Takes a little time to adjust for the right setting but it does work ok. Does the job right for someone thats just wants to see what night vision is. Plan on buying a better unit later on. Good item for a first time use at a low price.

Received the unit today. Nicely packaged and secure. For starters this unit is small and fits nicely in a medium size hand. The directions that come with the unit are very small and difficult to read. (Hint: place on a copier and enlarge). The instructions are simple and easy to follow once you can enlarge them. One nice feature of this unit is it uses 3 AAA batteries. (Remove them when not using the unit, less chance of battery leakage and damage). The lens cap did not come with a cord to attach it to the unit.

When taking the unit out into the evening I was able to follow the focusing directions and get a clear view outwards to approximately 100 yards. I wear glasses and was able to use the dual focus for a clear view. The view will be small, black and white. For my application, I am very satisfied with the selection and purchase. For those who never have used night vision, this is not military grade or what you see on television. Have realistic expectations for the price. Good value, quality construction, light weight.