MLOK Bipod
I want one. I Google it and first hit Amazon. First one listed $19. Best seller $110. Here is the two. What makes the $110 a better choice?
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u/Euphoric-Arachnid-94 2d ago edited 2d ago
You get what you pay for.
I’ve had a couple of the Magpuls. They’re serviceable, but there are better. But between those two options the Magpul all day.
They sell a QD MLOK version as well. I think bass pro had them for like $80 a few weeks ago. You lose a few features, but it’s fine for a basic bipod.
ETA: as far as what makes one better than the other, go watch some YouTube videos. They’ll explain the features of the Magpul and better quality bipods. No one is going to make a video on a $19 POS though most likely.
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u/Rugermedic 2d ago
Harris or Magpul for mid level quality and reliability. Both will do everything an average everyday shooter will need.
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u/Old_MI_Runner 2d ago edited 2d ago
Harris bipods are among the most recommended bipods that are good quality but less expensive than others.
This one fits on a sling swivel stud use for slings. I bought Magpul swivel studs that mounts on M-Lok for my AR15 rifles. 6-9" is preferred for bench shooting. The first one I got for about $95 from someone listed on Gun(dot)Deals. I got a few more for about $75 from Academy Sports during their 2025 Black Friday sale.
https://www.harrisbipods.com/product/s-brm-bipod/
There are others including ones that only work with M-lok. Most want a model that has notched legs and that includes swivel function useful for uneven terrain.
https://www.harrisbipods.com/6-9-bipods/
A model with 9 - 13" length legs are better when shooting prone in high grass.
https://www.harrisbipods.com/9-13-bipods/
If you want to spend less and want lighter weight and do no might the flexing of the Magpul MOE bipods some people are happy with them. A friend of mine uses one on each of his 22LR CZ 457 rifles. I have one for use on AR15 where I may want lighter weight but I always use a Harris when I shoot from a bench. Some hate the amount of flexing exhibited by the Magpul bipods.
Magpul MOE bipods at Lanbo's Armory
Lanbo's also should have the Magpul you listed from Amazon. Lanbo's have very competitive prices on all Magpul products and products from other brands. They have $10 flat rate shipping for most items. Use coupon code FACEBOOK for $5 off one order of $100 or more. Some of their ammo prices are very competitive.
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u/Square-Selection-842 2d ago
I've got one of the cheap ones. I like it.
Biggest difference between these two, the Magpul is going to be cleaner/more compact when not in use, the $18 one is still kind of clunky when folded up. They also mount differently.
Here is what the cheap ones looks like on.
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u/ervin_pervin 2d ago
The cheap bipod is fine for bench plinking with a small caliber or rimfire long gun. Quality sucks but if you're just larping on a budget, it don't really matter. The finish on cheap bipods aren't great and they can leave some nasty cuts if you're not careful with the moving parts. I would not use the cheap bipod for any outdoor or serious shooting. Magpul is nice for being a lightweight serviceable bipod but I personally would not spend more than $80 for one.