The Best Archery Targets | MeatEater Gear

While $400 is a lot of cash to drop on a target, this upfront cost can save you money in the long run, especially if you have to replace a $100 target every season. MeatEater’s Janis Putelis has been using the Matrix for the past five seasons, and he’s only had to replace the center module once, he said.

“The Matrix target is heavy, but I think it will easily make 20 years,” he said. “It has seven modules, and when you shoot out the center, you simply swap it for an outer one. You can also remove a single module for a small, mobile target.”

While Janis appreciates the target’s durability and versatile features, he also highlighted its painless arrow removal.

“My favorite attribute is that arrow removal is easy,” he said. “If you have to strain, grunt, and use two hands to remove an arrow, move on.”

If you happen to blow through all of the Matrix’s inserts, they’re easily replaceable. For serious archers or hunters, this target should provide years of hard use and save you money in the long run.

Specifications

• Type: Block
• Broadhead Rated: Yes
• Height: 24 in.
• Weight: 45 lbs.
• Pros: Easy arrow removal, Super durable, Portable, Replaceable inserts
• Cons: Heavy, Expensive
• Price: $399