Tarpon Springs, FL – Barnett Crossbows is proud to announce that its XP405 crossbow, the top model within the Explorer Series, has been recognized by Outdoor Life as the Best Budget Crossbow in its recent gear roundup, praising its performance, value, and versatility.

In Outdoor Life’s annual crossbow test, the XP405 stood out for its impressive accuracy, power, and affordability. The XP405 shot a 2.18-inch group average out of four, three-shot groups at 50 yards, outperforming several crossbows costing four times as much.

According to Scott Einsmann from Outdoor Life, “The Barnett XP405 only costs $600, but it has some excellent features and impressive accuracy. We found it to be well-balanced for positional shooting, and it’s stable while shooting off a knee, tripod, or unsupported. That group average was the fourth best in the test and better than crossbows that cost four times as much as the XP405.”

The XP405 is Barnett’s high-performance budget model, delivering speeds up to 405 FPS with a compact and lightweight design. Featuring an adjustable length-of-pull stock, TriggerTech trigger, anti-dry fire safety, and a ready-to-hunt package with a rope cocking device, the XP405 offers unmatched value for hunters looking for a powerful, yet affordable crossbow.

“Our team engineered the XP405 to give hunters everything they need to succeed in the field, all at a price that makes crossbow hunting accessible to more people,” said Joe Snatchko, EVP Sales and Brand at Barnett Crossbows. “We are honored to be named Outdoor Life’s Best Budget Crossbow for 2025.”

To read the full article from Outdoor Life, visit: https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-crossbows/.

About Barnett Crossbows

Barnett is the first and longest-standing crossbow company with a storied heritage. Founded in 1962, we are the pioneer of the modern-day crossbow. Barnett's tradition of innovation has brought about numerous "firsts" in the crossbow & archery industry for the past 60 years. Barnett innovates and supplies a broad spectrum of high-performance and value-driven crossbows, vertical and youth bows, and archery accessories popular with both hunting and recreational shooters. Barnett is also the leading provider of slingshots and accessories.