whats the best binoculars for the money???

First things first. How much money? $100? $500?

Swarovski. No contest. Compare them side-by-side to any other set of binos on the market and you'll be amazed. If the price tag is too high for you, look for a used pair. They all have lifetime warranties and you can send them to the company for free cleaning and repairs.

Swaro's are very sweet, just not what (atleast I) would consider a value brand. I will admit that more crap I buy, the more I wish I would have spent the money the first time. You may have a point. I'm still happy with $3-500 bino's so far.

Zeiss has top quality also...

if your looking in the 300-500 range here are a few suggestions

Cabelas Alpha Series
Leupold Acadia
Leupold Wind River Series
Nikon Monarchs

Don