First of all if your wanting a RF too return you precise yardages of 400+ time after time on game (non reflective targets)your asking too much for the budget you've set. I have used or owned nikon, leupold, bushnell, leica and swaros...only the later 2did it time and time again. I used to have a bushnellit would give me 300ish on deer, however the yardage was never the same twice. I got frustrated and bought a lieca b/c my partner had one that simply worked...I don't regret spending the extra money. My 900 liecahas beenused to700+ on game.

If Ihad to pickbetween bushnell and nikon, the nikon would be my choice based on experience with both brands. FYI, expect 1/3 to 1/2 loss off max yardage on game targets. Meaning if you want 400-500 yards you'll need a 800-1000 yard model.