Pulsar Axion XQ19 - Super Compact & Budget-Friendly Thermal Monocular

Hunters and outdoor explorers can now experience affordable thermal imaging with the new Pulsar Axion XQ19 Compact. Thermals have always been expensive, but the prices are dropping and becoming much more affordable. I’ve had access to a demo unit, and the Pulsar XQ19 can be described as lightweight, pocket-sized, and very user-friendly. It detects heat signatures in full rain, fog, or darkness, and it’s small enough to carry as any other EDC device. You can see some of my own images below for reference.

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Pulsar’s Press Release reads as follows:

“Thermal imaging made accessible: Pulsar empowers hunters with Axion XQ19 Compact

Pulsar proudly announces the launch of the Axion XQ19 Compact, bringing the power of thermal vision within reach of more hunters and outdoor enthusiasts than ever before. Combining affordability with reliable performance, this compact thermal monocular allows new users to confidently experience thermal detection without the barriers of complex, high-cost equipment.

With a lightweight, pocket-sized build, the Axion XQ19 Compact ensures comfortable, all-day carry for spontaneous adventures or focused hunts. Its user-friendly controls and intuitive interface keep operation simple, so you can focus on observing and identifying heat signatures, not wrestling with settings.

Clear, consistent imagery, achieved through high thermal sensitivity, allows you to detect and track game across changing conditions, from fog and rain to low-light situations – giving you the confidence to hunt responsibly and effectively.

The widest field of view in the market helps users to cover more terrain at once, ensuring quick location of animals, easy tracking of their movement, and high awareness of full surroundings at all times.

Long-lasting battery performance and generous built-in storage mean you can capture and revisit moments without interruption, while USB-C streaming lets you share your view instantly with others – no adapters needed.

By removing unnecessary complexity, the Axion XQ19 Compact offers a seamless, approachable entry into the world of thermal optics – helping more hunters and explorers discover what’s possible after dark.

Key highlights:

• Cost-effective option
• Widest field of view in the market – 19.5°
• Ideal for quick access and all-day carry – weighs just around 300 g
• Reliable detection in most hunting scenarios – sNETD