Best Spotting Scope Cases

This durable, form-fitting case is specifically designed for use with 12-to-40-by-60-millimeter spotting scopes, so be sure to measure before you order.

Form fitting, fully padded, soft-sided case. Protects your scope during storage, transport, and even during use. Allows easy access to parts for use. Protects lens.

OutdoorZ Stalker, RealTree Edge

Shape is a little unusual, depending upon your scope.

Best Bang for the Buck

ALPS

There's a lot to love about this case. It's softly padded with a strong frame, roomy enough for your tripod, and can be carried on its own or clipped to another bag.

Carry over shoulder or clip directly to your pack. Polyethylene frame gives strength and protection. Padded main compartment. Extra thick bottom foam. Side tripod pocket. Compression straps. Enough room for tripod. Color is perfect to blend in while hunting or birding. Plenty of room for extras.

Sportsman's Outdoor Products

The strap can pivot a bit when you're carrying the bag over your shoulder, working the zipper open and allowing a bit of dirt inside.

Snugfit Spotting Scope Case

Designed to fit most 80-millimeter scopes, this case is intended to provide protection all the time, even during use. Keep in mind, though, that the cutouts won't line up for optimal use with all scope models.

Fits spotting scopes of up to 80 millimeters. Gives you 360-degree protection. Made of closed-cell molded foam. External gear grippers let you attach tripod to the case. Includes wraparound handles and shoulder strap. Sling on bottom for larger tripod. Well-made. Includes tripod strap.

The generic cutouts may not fit all 80-millimeter scopes at the places they work best for use.

OP/TECH USA

Soft Pouch Scope Case

Intended to protect against dust and moisture, this unpadded neoprene case is compact enough – and probably safest – to be packed in your backpack.

Neoprene cover protects against dust, moisture, and impact. Protects while scope is in use or being stored. Retaining strap attaches to a tripod or monopod. Stretches snugly over eye and ends for protection. Choice of size, color, and angled or standard.

Keeps the scope clean, but does not provide much padding or protection.

If you're looking for something more protective for travel, consider this carry-on sized hard case from Pelican. It's a favorite among all types who use mobile lenses.

Open-cell core with solid wall. Strong and lightweight. Watertight. Crush-Proof. Double throw latches. O-ring seal. Polyurethane wheels with stainless steel bearings. Molded top and side handles. Retractable extension handle. Stainless steel hardware and padlock protectors. Plenty of protection and room.