The Maven RF.1 is a dynamic rangefinder that can reach out to 4,500 yards — that’s more than 2.5 miles!
Built for archery hunters, rifle hunters, and long-range shooters alike, the RF.1 includes line-of-sight and angle compensation, obstruction filtering, and effective ranging from 5 to 4,500 yards. Designed around Maven’s award-winning glass, the RF rangefinder was specifically developed for “precise, pinpoint accuracy required for confident ranging.”
In short: I’ve used the RF.1 for 2 years now for turkey hunting, whitetail hunting, and competition 3D archery leagues. I’ve had the RF.1 with me in hot, humid, and rainy weather while turkey hunting in the spring, and sub-zero snowy days in late December while hoping to fill my whitetail tag on a Hail Mary. This rangefinder has become a necessity for me, and I have yet to find a task it can’t handle. There is a reason another editor included the RF.1 as a Best Of in 2021.
Maven RF.1 Rangefinger Review
Specs
- Dimensions: 4.7 x 3.1 x 1.8 in.
- Weight: 10 oz.
- Water-resistant
- Yard effectiveness: 5 – 4,500
- 5 reticle options
- 5 brightness levels
- Tripod adaptable
- Lifetime warranty
Overview
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Founded in 2013, Maven is the culmination of decades of experience in the outdoor industry and in the field. Frustrated by low-quality options and price points dictated by retailers, Brenden Weaver, Mike Lilygren, and Cade Maestas decided to embark on their own mission to create Maven Optics.
Building off of a direct-to-consumer model, Maven is able to design and introduce products to the market that compete with some of the best in the industry, without the retail markup. Combining industry knowledge and a passion for creating high-quality products, Maven revolves around creating top-end optics for high-achieving adventurers.
What You Should Know
Maven jumped straight into the rangefinder market with a high-end unit. Rather than starting with a budget option, they dove in head first to create a unit that would impress users and prove they can compete with the big names in optics. The RF.1 does just that. Built around powerful technology and user-friendly features, this rangefinder checks all the boxes for clarity, precision, adjustability, and consistency.
Maven RF.1 in the Field
I’ve found the RF.1 to be very simple to use. Setup is a breeze, and the user experience is straightforward right out of the box. I’ve hunted in the rain, fog, snow, humidity, and sub-zero temps, and I’ve never had a hiccup in performance. The unit picks up ranges very quickly — and with confidence.
The option to toggle between Field and Forest modes — which I will get to later — brings a different level of consistency and confidence in finding a range. Within seconds I can be sure I have the right range dialed in and be ready for the shot when it presents itself. I have yet to find a situation where the rangefinder has struggled or come up short of my expectations.
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The Knob
Field and Forest Modes + Angle Compensation
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