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.
Rifles
This is where our rifle reviews, comparisons and buying guides land. The best AR-15 rifles list covers every budget, and it’s the most-read page in this section for a reason.
Hunters should start with the best hunting rifles or go straight to the best deer hunting rifles. Want something classic? We’ve ranked the best lever action rifles, and the best .22 LR rifles are still the cheapest way to get good at shooting. Not sure which cartridge you need? Read the rifle caliber guide first. The full list of rifle roundups is in our buying guides hub.
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.
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.
Best Ruger 10/22 Parts & Accessories for 2026 (Upgrades That Matter)
The Ruger 10/22 parts worth buying, ranked in the order to spend money in, with live retailer prices. Includes what crosses the Takedown and the 22 Charger, and the one upgrade a Charger owner must not fit.
Weatherby Mark V Review (2026): The Nine-Lug Magnum Legend
The Weatherby Mark V pairs a distinctive fast-cycling nine-lug bolt with a sub-MOA guarantee and decades of high-velocity magnum heritage. Our full review, variants from the value Hunter to the ultralight Backcountry, and how it compares.
S&W M&P15-22 Review (2026): The Best .22 AR-15 Trainer
The Smith & Wesson M&P15-22 is a dedicated .22 LR AR-15 with authentic controls, 25-round mags and a threaded barrel, the best-selling rimfire AR and the ultimate low-cost trainer. Our full review, variants, and how it compares to the Ruger 10/22.
2 Best .35 Whelen Rifles for 2026 (Big-Game Tested)
Last updated July 25th 2026 Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Safety first. Always treat every firearm as loaded, keep it pointed in a safe direction, and verify your zero before you hunt. … Read more
Aero Precision M4E1 Review (2026): The Builder’s Favorite AR-15
The Aero Precision M4E1 brings the builder-favorite forged receivers, tight tolerances and deep parts ecosystem to a ready-to-run complete AR-15. Our full review, options, and how it compares to the PSA AR-15 and BCM RECCE-16.
3 Best .22 Hornet Rifles in 2026 (Tested and Ranked)
The best .22 Hornet rifles ranked: the value Savage 25 Walking Varminter, the premium suppressor-ready Ruger 77/22 Hornet, and the Chiappa Little Sharps single-shot classic.