Air Rifle Calibers Explained: .177 vs .22 vs .25
A plain-English guide to air rifle calibers: how .177, .22 and .25 compare on speed, knockdown and pellet cost, and which one you should buy for targets, pests, or hunting.
Airguns
Air rifles, air pistols, PCP airguns, and pellet guns — reviews, guides, and buying advice.
What Is a PCP Air Rifle? How Pre-Charged Pneumatics Work
A PCP (pre-charged pneumatic) air rifle stores high-pressure air to launch each shot with rimfire-like accuracy and no recoil. Here is how PCPs work, regulated vs unregulated, and how to fill them.
6 Best Big-Bore Airguns (2026): Deer & Hog Hunting Power
The best big-bore airguns of 2026, from the deer-capable Benjamin Bulldog .357 to the hard-hitting Umarex Hammer .50 and value AEA Zeus. Air-powered rifles for big game.
7 Best Air Rifles for Hunting (2026): Small Game to Deer
The best air rifles for hunting in 2026, from the quiet, accurate Benjamin Marauder for small game to big-bore airguns for deer and hogs. Ranked by energy, accuracy and value.
7 Best Break-Barrel Air Rifles (2026): No Tank Required
The best break-barrel air rifles of 2026, from the multi-shot Gamo Swarm Magnum to the German Diana 34 and budget Ruger Air Hawk. Self-contained airguns that need no tank or pump.
7 Best PCP Air Rifles (2026): Ranked by Accuracy & Value
The best PCP air rifles in 2026, from the value-benchmark Benjamin Marauder and regulated Umarex Gauntlet 2 to the premium FX Impact. Ranked for accuracy, shot count, and price.
Best Air Rifles (2026): The Complete Buying Guide
The complete guide to air rifles in 2026: PCP, break-barrel, CO2, and big-bore airguns explained, plus the best models for hunting, pest control, and plinking at every budget.