Best Archery Crossbows Under $100 (2026)
We ranked crossbows under $100 by a composite value score using manufacturer specs (draw weight, fps), user ratings, and feature set (self-cocking, pistol-grip)
Top Picks
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Snake Eye Tactical Cobra-System Self-Cocking Crossbow
Self-cocking pistol grip crossbow with 80 lb draw and 225+ fps. Ideal for turkey/small game hunting and target practice. Customers note good accuracy and value for money, with mixed durability
- pistol grip design
- self-cocking feature
- high velocity for size
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Snake Eye Tactical Cobra System Self-Cocking Pistol Crossbow
Self-cocking pistol grip crossbow with 80 lb draw and 225+ fps. Key benefit: ease of use with safety features. Customer insight: praised for quality and accuracy, mixed feedback on assembly and durability
- self-cocking pistol grip
- 80 lb draw for power
- high speed 225 fps
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Snake Eye Tactical Cobra System Self-Cocking Pistol Crossbow
Compact pistol-grip crossbow with 80 lb draw and 225+ fps. Easy cocking stock and safety features. Customers note quality and accuracy, with mixed feedback on assembly and durability
- self-cocking pistol grip
- high velocity 225+ fps
- 80 lb draw with safety features
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Snake Eye Tactical Cobra System Self-Cocking Crossbow
Compact pistol-grip crossbow with 80 lb draw and 225+ fps. Easy cocking stock and safety features aid handling; consumers note quality and accuracy but some report durability concerns
- pistol grip crossbow
- 80 lb draw with 225+ fps
- safety mechanism and finger guard
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Snake Eye Tactical Cobra System Self-Cocking Crossbow (80 lb, 225+ fps)
A compact 80 lb self-cocking pistol-grip crossbow with a safety mechanism and fore grip. Customers note quality and accuracy, with mixed feedback on assembly and durability
- self-cocking mechanism
- pistol-grip crossbow
- 225+ fps performance
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Snake Eye Tactical Cobra System Self-Cocking Crossbow
Compact pistol-grip crossbow with 80 lb draw and 225 fps. Includes easy cocking stock, automatic safety, and fore grip with finger guard. Customers note quality and accuracy, but some report durability concerns and mixed assembly guidance
- pistol-grip design
- 80 lb draw with 225+ fps
- self-cocking stock
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Phantum suction crossbow, pump action with 6 darts
Phantum Series suction dart crossbow with 3+1 shot capacity and pump action loading. Includes 6 suction cup darts and a practice target; safe for indoor/outdoor use for ages 12 and up. Customers note it makes a good gift and has storage capacity, though some report limited power
- 3+1 shot capacity
- suction cup safety darts
- fiber optic sight
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Phantum suction crossbow with darts & target
Phantum Series suction dart crossbow with 3+1 shot capacity and pump loading. Fires over 30 feet with fiber optic sight; includes 6 suction darts and a practice target. Customer note: storage capacity is appreciated, some concerns about durability and power
- 3+1 shot capacity
- fast 30+ feet firing
- fiber optic sight
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Bear X Desire RD self-cocking crossbow with red dot sight
Compact pistol-style crossbow with self-cocking arm and red dot sight, bundled with 3 premium bolts. Helpful for beginners seeking power and portability. Some users report accuracy varies and cocking difficulty
- red dot sight included
- self-cocking mechanism
- comes with bolts