Best Pistol Crossbows Updated May 2025
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Best Pistol Crossbows
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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BALLISTA BAT Compound Mini Crossbow - Small Crossbow for Hunting, Fishing and Target - 300 FPS, 130 Lbs, 2.46 lbs
Power
Build quality
Ease of use
Size
Fun to shoot
Accuracy
Picked by 399 people this month!
Picked by 399 people this month!
Picked by 399 people this month!
Best Pistol Crossbow

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BALLISTA BAT Compound Mini Crossbow - Small Crossbow for Hunting, Fishing and Target - 300 FPS, 130 Lbs, 2.46 lbs
Power
Build quality
Ease of use
Size
Fun to shoot
Accuracy
Picked by 399 people this month!

9.7

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9.7

Steambow AR-6 Stinger II Compact Repeating Crossbow | 6 Shot, Handheld, Modular, Mini Crossbow and Arrow Set for Adults & Youth...
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9.7

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Steambow AR-6 Stinger II Compact Repeating Crossbow | 6 Shot, Handheld, Modular, Mini Crossbow and Arrow Set for Adults & Youth...
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9.4

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9.4

Killer Instinct Boss 405 Pro Package. This is a Dead Silent Deer Hunting Crossbow with a Scope, Quiver, Rope Cocker, and 3 HYPR...
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Value for money
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Accuracy
Ease of assembly
Speed
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9.4

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Killer Instinct Boss 405 Pro Package. This is a Dead Silent Deer Hunting Crossbow with a Scope, Quiver, Rope Cocker, and 3 HYPR...
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Value for money
Bow quality
Accuracy
Ease of assembly
Speed
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Popular

9.2

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9.2

Byrna SD [Self Defense] Kinetic Projectile Launcher Ultimate Bundle - Non Lethal , Home /Personal Defense (Black) | Proudly Ass...
Functionality
Self defense
Ease of use
Build quality
Weight
Accuracy
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Popular

9.2

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Byrna SD [Self Defense] Kinetic Projectile Launcher Ultimate Bundle - Non Lethal , Home /Personal Defense (Black) | Proudly Ass...
Functionality
Self defense
Ease of use
Build quality
Weight
Accuracy
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9.1

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9.1

Ace Martial Arts Supply Cobra System Self Cocking Pistol Tactical Crossbow, 80-Pound (Scope with 39 Arrows and 2 Strings)
Quality
Power
Accuracy
Fun to use
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Ace Martial Arts Supply Cobra System Self Cocking Pistol Tactical Crossbow, 80-Pound (Scope with 39 Arrows and 2 Strings)
Quality
Power
Accuracy
Fun to use
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9.0

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9.0

M48 Hell Hawk Self-Cocking Assault Crossbow Pistol - Lightweight Fiberglass Limbs, TPR Grip, 80-LBS Draw Weight, Picatinny Rail...
Value for money
Accuracy
Bow quality
Looks
Shot quality

9.0

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M48 Hell Hawk Self-Cocking Assault Crossbow Pistol - Lightweight Fiberglass Limbs, TPR Grip, 80-LBS Draw Weight, Picatinny Rail...
Value for money
Accuracy
Bow quality
Looks
Shot quality

8.9

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8.9

Barnett Demun Tri-Strike Mini Crossbow - Compact Break Action Pistol Crossbow, 3-Shot Magazine, Flip Down Foregrip, Precision S...
Build quality
Shooter
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8.9

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Barnett Demun Tri-Strike Mini Crossbow - Compact Break Action Pistol Crossbow, 3-Shot Magazine, Flip Down Foregrip, Precision S...
Build quality
Shooter
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8.7

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8.7

Bear X Desire XL Self-Cocking Pistol Crossbow with 3 Premium Bolts
Value for money
Accuracy
Bow quality
Fun to use
Power

8.7

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Bear X Desire XL Self-Cocking Pistol Crossbow with 3 Premium Bolts
Value for money
Accuracy
Bow quality
Fun to use
Power

8.6

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8.6

80lbs Green Black 225+ FPS Self Cocking Pistol Crossbow + 3pc Arrows Hunting Grip Bow New
Quality
Fun to use
Power
Accuracy
Ease of cocking

8.6

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80lbs Green Black 225+ FPS Self Cocking Pistol Crossbow + 3pc Arrows Hunting Grip Bow New
Quality
Fun to use
Power
Accuracy
Ease of cocking
Best Value

8.5

10

8.5

Isaazon 80lbs Self Cocking Hunting Pistol Crossbow with 15 Metal Arrows Black Cobra Limb
Accuracy
Value for money
Best Value

8.5

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Isaazon 80lbs Self Cocking Hunting Pistol Crossbow with 15 Metal Arrows Black Cobra Limb
Accuracy
Value for money

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Best Pistol Crossbow

10.0

1

10.0

BALLISTA BAT Compound Mini Crossbow - Small Crossbow for Hunting, Fishing and Target - 300 FPS, 130 Lbs, 2.46 lbs
Power
Build quality
Ease of use
Size
Fun to shoot
Accuracy
Picked by 399 people this month!
Picked by 399 people this month!
Picked by 399 people this month!
Best Pistol Crossbow

10.0

1
BALLISTA BAT Compound Mini Crossbow - Small Crossbow for Hunting, Fishing and Target - 300 FPS, 130 Lbs, 2.46 lbs
Power
Build quality
Ease of use
Size
Fun to shoot
Accuracy
Picked by 399 people this month!
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