TFB Review: Meprolight MPO-DS Red Dot Sight

By Sam.S

The micro red dot market has become increasingly crowded, with options at every price point promising various features and innovations. The Meprolight MPO-DS enters this space with a straightforward proposition – though whether straightforward is enough in today’s market is what we’re here to explore.More Meprolight @TFB: TFB Review: Meprolight MPO PRO-F Closed Emitter Pistol Sight TFB Review: Meprolight FABS Self-Illuminated Metal Flip Backup Sights TFB Review: Meprolight MPO-F Red Dot Sight TFB Review: The $300 Meprolight MMX3 Magnifier TFB Review: Meprolight MPO-F Open Emitter Pistol SightSpecifications: Meprolight MPO-DS Red Dot SightThe  MPO-DS is built around a straightforward feature set aimed at the CCW market. While the marketing materials tout both shake awake and automatic brightness adjustment, the user manual indicates a simpler always-on approach. This kind of discrepancy bears mentioning, particularly for those making decisions based on feature comparisons.Footprint: RMSc CompatibleWindow Size: 0.82″ x 0.58″Dot Size: 3.5 MOA Red DotBattery: CR2032Claimed Battery Life: 30,000+ hoursBrightness: Auto-adjusting onlyWater Resistance: IPX7Weight: 0.6 ozAdjustment Range: 80 MOAAt $209.99, the MPO-DS sits in a challenging position. While it delivers core functionality, the feature set feels somewhat limited compared to both higher and lower-priced options in today’s market. The build quality is there, but the lack of manual brightness adjustment and some feature ambiguity

Source: The Firearm Blog