Check out our product review of the best bow releases. We tried 10 models and can tell you the absolute best varieties.
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Our Top Pick

9.7/10 our score
Best Bow Releases
Rank | Product Name | Score |
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Tru-Fire Patriot |
9. 7 |
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Tru-Fire Hardcore |
9. 5 |
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Tru-Fire Edge |
9. 1 |
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Scott Archery Shark |
8. 8 |
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Spot Hogg Wiseguy Buckle |
8. 6 |
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Scott Archery Dual Caliper |
8. 2 |
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Tru-Fire Hardcore 4 Finger Revolution |
8. 0 |
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Hot Shot Vapor 4 |
7 .7 |
9 ![]() |
Cobra Bravo |
7. 4 |
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Tru Ball Buckle Scout |
7. 2 |
1. Tru-Fire Patriot

9.7/10 our score
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- AFFORDABLE, EASY TO USE - The Velcro strap provides a quick and comfortable fit and allows you to make adjustments as needed. Easy to use and an affordable price tag!
- STURDY. SMOOTH - The patriot has a durable steel trigger with a smooth release whether it's your first shot or the thousandth, its built to last
- ADJUSTABLE TRIGGER - Adjust the sensitivity to control the trigger travel
- AMBIDEXTROUS - The trigger head rotates a full 360 degrees making it appropriate for either Left or Right hand shooters
- PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA - The most economical American made release suitable for all ages and perfect for the new or experienced archer
2. Tru-Fire Hardcore

9.5/10 our score
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- Plush black evolution II buckle has 2.5x more padding and is slightly wider with rolled edges creating the most comfortable strap on the market
- Adjust trigger pressure (separate from trigger travel) from 3 ounces to well over 16 ounces by just a couple turns of the screw
- Over 5/8 inch length adjustment, swept back trigger
- Hook design with Tru center technology 20 degree head pivot, guaranteed not to slip off loops
- Quick and easy trigger travel adjustment. Fits both left and right hands. 100% made in the USA
- Trigger pressure adjustable from 3 to over 16 ounces
- Super plush camo buckle strap
- Over 1 inch length adjustment
- Fully adjustable trigger travel
- Swept back trigger
3. Tru-Fire Edge

9.1/10 our score
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- FOLDBACK BUCKLE LEATHER STRAP - for hands free operation, giving you the ability to secure to wrist with one hand and glass, climb, or rattle with no flopping or clanging
- PERFECT FOR EVERY HAND - Length adjustment with locking option and ADJUSTABLE TRIGGER TRAVEL for a custom fit on either right or left hand
- RUGGED AND COMPACT – Extremely durable jaws with a dime sized head
- EASY TO USE - Open jaws by pulling back the trigger, let off the trigger to close jaws
- MADE IN THE USA – Superior, WI to be exact
- American Made dual caliper release with spring loaded trigger
- Open jaws by pulling back the trigger, letoff the trigger to close jaws
- Features our Evolution buckle strap, the simplist yet most comfortable strap on the market
- Trigger travel is adjustable
- Adjustable length between head and strap by simply turning the head clockwise or counterclockwise. The length adjustment location may be locked in place with a set screw.
4. Scott Archery Shark

8.8/10 our score
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- leather
- Imported
- Scott's #1 selling dual caliper release
- Solid Swivel connector with patented 5-hole length adjustment
- Forward-positioned knurled-trigger Maximizes draw length
- Oversized head for a better feel
- Dual jaw design enhances Bow tune-ability
- Improved Jaw Radius
- Streamlined Design
- Five-Whole Length Adjustment
5. Spot Hogg Wiseguy Buckle

8.6/10 our score
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- Features. Features micro-adjustable length, a fail safe trigger, and quick loading draw.. Light, adjustable trigger with zero travelSelf reloading hook.
- Forward trigger design for maximum draw length and speed. Adjustable length. Open jaw for ultra-fast D-Loop hook up.
- Made in USA. Model Number: WGB.
6. Scott Archery Dual Caliper

8.2/10 our score
- Solid Swivel Connector
- Knurled-trigger for superior grip, versatility
- Dual jaw
7. Tru-Fire Hardcore 4 Finger Revolution

8/10 our score
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- UNDENIABLE COMFORT - Super sleek, comfortable, CNC machined, solid aluminum handle and head with lanyard
- UNINHIBITED ROTATION - Head turns on 11 ball bearings for 360 degrees of uninhibited rotation and can lock in place providing torque-free shooting
- ADJUSTABLE TENSION - 16-Position trigger knob with adjustable tension, separate from trigger travel
- PERFECT FOR EVERY HAND – Adjustable thumb button for a custom fit on either right or left hand
- MADE IN THE USA – Superior, WI to be exact
- Head turns on 11 ball bearings for 360 degrees of uninhibited rotation
- 16-position trigger knob with adjustable tension
- Lanyard bolts to the release keeping it accessible
- 11 ball bearings ensure smooth head rotation
- Available in Camo
8. Hot Shot Vapor 4

7.7/10 our score
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- Full adjustable thumb barrel
- Automatic closing jaw
- Zero noise internal actuating system
9. Cobra Bravo

7.4/10 our score
10. Tru Ball Buckle Scout

7.2/10 our score
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- Fully-independent standard caliper jaws
- Features web strap with a two slot connector that allows for short and long finger lengths alike
- Bone Collector licensed product
- Made in USA
- Leading Technology, Proven Results