That's a completely fair point and realistically should be the case. The Triji costs more despite even being asked to do much, much less by only having a 4x optical system. The design is inherently more forgiving and easier to get better image quality out of - considering the fact that it also costs more, they're probably using better and more expensive coatings and lens elements like you mentioned.

It all comes down to realistic expectations. One shouldn't expect to get better or equal optical quality out of a more affordable optic that is simultaneously being asked to do more.

For the OP, the PST Gen 1 1-4 is a more affordable option like the Strike Eagle and would have much better low light capability, for similar reasons we discussed above. It has now come back as the Range 1-4x24 after being discontinued and would be a potential option for you. http://www.vortexoptics.com/product/vortex-ranger_1-4x24-riflescope-with-tmcq-moa-reticle - Jimmy H [email protected]