There are a lot of moving parts that go into a successful archery hunt. Broadhead choice is an intricate piece of it. They provide confidence and confidence is as deadly as the broadheads themselves.
After sending broadhead upon broadhead downrange through both targets and animals, weโve come up with a recipe for success. The broadhead needs to be durable, fly well, and excel at slicing and dicing of course. With that in mind, weโve put together a heavy hitter list of broadheads that deserve your attention in 2023.
Scroll through to see all of our recommendations, and at the end of our list, be sure to check out our buyerโs guide. Check out our comparison chart when it’s time to narrow down your decision.
The Best Broadheads for Hunting in 2023
- Best Overall Broadhead: Evolution Jekyll
- Best Budget Broadhead: Muzzy Trocar three-blade
- Best Fixed Blade: Day Six Evo
- Best Mechanical: Sevr
- Best Hybrid: Evolution Outdoors Hyde
Evolution Jekyll
Specs
- Material 420 stainless steel ferrule, 7075 aircraft aluminum
- Cutting diameter 0.75-inch up front, 1.0-inch rear
- Weight 100, 125, and 150-grain (Crossbow 100-grain)

Pros
- Exceptional arrow flight
- Modular ferrule
- Rear sharpened blades
Cons
- Slightly louder in flight than other heads
Muzzy Trocar 3-Blade
Pros
- Affordable
- Trocar tip (bone-breaking)
- One-piece steel ferrule
Cons
- Only available in 100 grain
Day Six Evo
Specs
- Material S35VN Steel
- Cutting diameter 1-1/16" (main blade), ยฝ" (bleeder)
- Weight 100, 125, and 150 grain

Pros
- Fantastic edge retention
- Very durable
- Made in the U.S.A.
Cons
- Pricey
Sevr
Specs
- Material Titanium ferrule, stainless steel blades
- Cutting diameter 1.5", 1.75", or 2.0"
- Weight 100 or 125 grain

Pros
- Exceptional arrow flight
- Pivoting blade design discourages bone deflection
- Able to purchase just one head at a time
Cons
- Some quivers may need modification to avoid making blades open and breaking collar from broadhead being pushing into the hood.
Evolution Outdoors Hyde
Specs
- Material 420 stainless steel ferrule, 7075 aircraft aluminum blades (100 grain), or 416 hardened stainless steel (125 and 150 grain)
- Cutting diameter 0.75" fixed, 2.0" mechanical
- Weight 100, 125, 150 grain (Crossbow version in 100 grain also available rated to 500 fps)

Pros
- Exceptional arrow flight
- Benefits of both fixed and mechanical
- Multifunctional ferrule allows one to turn the Hyde into the Jekyll (fixed blade from Evolution Outdoors)
Cons
- The pin that holds the blades in place needs to be replaced, as it mars each time the blades open.
Annihilator
Specs
- Material 4140 alloy steel hardened to Rockwell RC: 52
- Cutting diameter 0.910"
- Weight 100 and 125 grain/XL sizes available in 100, 125, 150 grain

Pros
- Very durable
- Non-closing wounds
- Made in the USA
Cons
- Smaller cutting diameter than others
Rage Hypodermic Trypan NC
Pros
- No collar
- Large cutting diameter
- Exceptional arrow flight
Cons
- Only available in 100 grain
Grim Reaper Micro Hades Pro
Specs
- Material 100% stainless steel
- Cutting diameter 1-1/16"
- Weights 100, 100 (deep six) 125, and 150 grain

Pros
- Readily available
- Good flight
- Made in the USA
Cons
- Difficult to remove from packaging, which can be dangerous
Iron Will
Specs
- Material A2 Tool Steel
- Cutting diameter 1-1/16" (main blade); 0.75" (bleeder blade)
- Weight 100, 125, 150, 175, 200, 225, and 250 grain

Pros
- Great variety of weights available
- Single bevel causes internal rotation for increased damage
- Durable
Cons
- Expensive
Method Archery VBS
Specs
- Material Grade 5 titanium (ferrule) hardened 440C steel (blades)
- Cutting diameter 1.25" (main blade), โ " or 1โ " (bleeder)
- Weight 100, 125, 150-grain

Pros
- Tailor cut weight and size
- Curved blades provide larger blood trails
- Break it on an animal, Method will replace for free
Cons
- Time will tell as we get more time in the field with this new broadhead.
Trophy Taker Shuttle T-Lok Maverick
Pros
- Tried and true name
- T-shaped connection for added durability
- 4 blade makes for 3+ inches of cutting surface
Cons
- Only available in 100 grain
Grim Reaper Razorcut Mechanical
Specs
- Material Stainless steel
- Cutting diameter 1โ "
- Weight 85, 100, 125-grain (1โ ") 100, 125-grain (1ยพ") 100-grain (2.0")

Pros
- No rubber bands
- Affordable
- Lots of different weights to choose from
Cons
- The Razorcut tip could break and not be reusable
Broadheads Comparison Chart
Broadhead | Price | Material | Cutting Diameter | Weights |
---|---|---|---|---|
Evolution Jekyll | $60 | 420 Stainless steel, 7075 aircraft aluminum | 0.75″ up front, 1.0″ rear | 100, 125, 150 grain |
Muzzy Trocar three-blade | $45 | Stainless steel | 1-3/16“ | 100 grain |
Day Six Evo | $99 | S35VN Steel | 1-1/16″ (main blade), ยฝ” (bleeder) | 100, 125,150 grain |
Sevr | $16 | Titanium ferrule, stainless steel blades | 1.5″, 1.75 in., or 2.0“ | 100, 125 grain |
Evolution Outdoors Hyde | $60 | 420 stainless steel, 7075 aircraft aluminum | 0.75″ fixed, 2.0″ mechanical | 125, 150 grain |
Annihilator broadheads | $59 | 4140 alloy steel | 0.910“ | 100,125, 150 grain |
Hypodermic Trypan NC | $40 | Titanium ferrule, stainless steel blades | 2“ | 100 grain |
Grim Reaper Micro Hades Pro | $45 | Stainless steel | 1-1/16“ | 100,125, 150 grain |
Iron Will single-bevel broadhead | $120 | A2 Tool Stee | 1-1/16″ (main blade); 0.75 in. (bleeder blade) | 100, 125, 150, 175, 200, 225, 250 grain |
Method Archery VBS | $64 | Grade 5 Titanium, 440C Steel | 1.25″ (Main Blade) โ or 1 โ inch(bleeder) | 100, 125, 150 grain |
Trophy Taker Shuttle T-Lok Maverick | $45 | 100% heat-treated stainless steel | 1 3/16“ | 100 grain |
Grim Reaper Razorcut | $50 | Stainless steel | 1โ “ | 85, 100, 125 grain |
Why You Should Trust Us
Failure is something I became friends with early on bowhunting. Through the lessons that came with this failure, itโs become very apparent to me what works and what doesnโt. With broadheads, failure is not an option for me.
If all of the hours got added up of me spending time in the bowhunting woods trying to reach out and touch big game animals with broadheads, well Iโd probably consider myself even luckier than I already do. Those woods are a classroom, and choosing which broadheads come along for the ride, could mean the difference between getting an A or an F.
Whether itโs trying to hit a dot on a target or hit a single patch of hair on a live animal, broadhead, functionality, durability, and effectiveness are all things on my radar. When I find one that hits all of those marks, I hang on for dear life, because confidence is not easily earned.
Along with my personal experience, I also took into consideration the opinions and experiences of other seasoned hunters around me. And with that what broadheads were hot on the market was also paid attention to.
Every broadhead listed above will do what you need it to do. If youโre kicking around what broadheads to run for the coming bowhunting season, one of these is going to do you right and then some.
Buyerโs Guide: How to Buy the Best Broadheads for Hunting
Mechanical vs. Fixed
One of the age-old and ongoing debates in archery hunting camps is mechanical broadheads versus fixed-blade broadheads. Passionate arguments exist on both sides of the spectrum and both broadhead designs reliably work. Which one is better, though? The better question is which one is better for you.
The flat-out truth is this โ both of these broadhead designs work. Endless success photos from bowhunters across the country are the proof in the pudding. Of course, each has its pros and cons. So, weโre going to break it down.
Fixed Blade

The fixed-blade broadhead has been doing its thing since the beginning of bowhunting. Itโs been there and done that millions of times over again. So, itโs no surprise when hunters cling to this style of head. What you get is what you get with a fixed blade.
The biggest advantage of running a fixed-blade broadhead is going to be reliability. There are no moving parts on a fixed blade like there are on a mechanical broadhead. For this reason, there is no worry of failure.
Along with that, these are inherently going to penetrate better, as there is no loss of energy from blades having to open. That means more pass-through shots. And lastly, fixed blades tend to be more durable overall. Especially the one-piece designs and heads made with higher-end steel.
When it comes to downsides, the first that comes to mind is tuning. Fixed-blade broadheads are harder to tune across the board. These vanes on the front end of your arrow influence flight much more than mechanicals do. This makes field point accuracy harder to come by.
Secondly, you might get more pass-through shots, but the wound channels are smaller. Smaller wound channels can lead to tougher blood trails, especially on marginal shots. And the last note is that higher-end fixed blades are also much more pricey.
Pros
- Reliable
- Better penetration
- Durable
Cons
- Harder to tune
- Smaller wound channels
- Higher-end heads are very pricey
Mechanical
Technology is an ever-evolving thing. People see gaps in efficiency and naturally want to fill them. The mechanical broadhead is a perfect example of that. It excels where the fixed blade doesnโt.

A huge selling point for mechanical broadheads is their impeccable arrow flight. It is very unlikely that youโll need to do any sort of broadhead tuning with these things. This makes things so much easier before a hunt.
And once you do get on that hunt, youโll hopefully loose an arrow at what you seek. Note that the blood trail is nothing short of fantastic, due to the massive cutting diameter that these broadheads inflict. If that sounds good to you, you wonโt have to pay an arm and a leg to get yourself into a quality mechanical broadhead, either.
While the mechanical broadhead excels where the fixed-blade broadhead doesnโt, it also lacks where the fixed-blade excels. First on the list is reliability. These have moving parts and can absolutely fail. With how hard archery opportunities are to come by, that doesnโt sit well with some bowhunters.
And because these heads expand on impact, there is always a loss of energy due to the force it takes to open up the blades. This robs folks of penetration. If the broadhead indeed comes out the other side, itโs also a very real possibility that it wonโt all be intact. Mechanical broadheads arenโt nearly as durable as fixed blades.
Pros
- Impeccable arrow flight
- Huge wound channels = Great blood trails
- Affordable
Cons
- Can fail and not open
- Lacks in penetration
- Prone to breaking
Final Thoughts

When the book comes to a close, Iโm not going to tell you that there is a right answer here across the board. There are too many variables for that.
Some folks swear by fixed blades and others swear by mechanicals, and that says two things. One, they are both damn good at their job. And two, donโt get too caught up in what other folks think. Mold your arrow setup to you and your style of hunting.
In the end, a broadhead is just a tool. The person wielding that tool is the one really running the show.
FAQ
We stand behind our top pick of the Evolution Outdoors Jekyll
100 and 125-grain broadheads are fantastic for deer hunting
Honestly, itโs the one you shoot the most accurately
This is where sound bow tuning comes into play. A well-tuned bow will group broadheads and field points together. Lower profile heads are going to be easier to tune.