Holosun ARO EVO

The Holosun ARO EVO represents the refined evolution of the original ARO, incorporating user feedback and technological improvements to deliver an enclosed emitter micro red dot that directly challenges both the Aimpoint Duty RDS and Aimpoint Micro T-2. Released in late 2024, the ARO EVO adds Holosun's Multi-Reticle System and Solar Failsafe technology to the enclosed emitter platform, providing enhanced versatility while maintaining the compact footprint and Aimpoint Micro compatibility that made the original ARO popular.

What distinguishes the ARO EVO from its predecessor is the addition of reticle flexibility: shooters can now select between a precision 2 MOA dot, a fast-acquiring 32 MOA circle, or both combined in Holosun's circle-dot configuration. This multi-reticle capability matches the versatility of other premium Holosun models while the enclosed emitter design provides superior protection against environmental contamination. The Solar Failsafe technology ensures the reticle remains visible even if the CR2032 battery fails, while enhanced lens coatings deliver noticeably clearer glass with reduced blue tint compared to the original ARO.

The ARO EVO maintains the 50,000 hour battery life and Shake Awake functionality of its predecessor, with improvements to the wake time and motion sensitivity based on field feedback. Built from 7075-T6 aluminum with IP67 water and dust resistance, the ARO EVO handles professional use in adverse conditions. The Aimpoint Micro footprint ensures compatibility with the industry's vast mount ecosystem, while the improved optical quality makes the ARO EVO particularly effective when paired with magnifiers. At $449, the ARO EVO positions itself as the feature-rich alternative to the Aimpoint T-2, offering multi-reticle flexibility and solar backup at approximately $350 less than Aimpoint's flagship micro red dot.