Best Tripod Deer Stands (2022 Reviews)

Dear Fellow Hunter,

You are probably well aware, deer are not going to approach if they can see you. If you are looking for the best way to stay out of their view in open land a tripod stand might be just what you need.

If you want to bring more comfort and success to your hunts, this review of tripod deer stands will help.

We reviewed every tripod deer stand we could find and think we were able to pick out the best from the rest. The stand features vary quite a bit and the stand for you might be different than what someone else needs so be sure to read the details below.

Top Pick

After a lot of research, we selected the Millennium T-100 10′ Tripod Stand as our top pick. The lightweight, sturdy design makes it a great choice for all hunters, especially those who might need to setup and tear down often.

The 5 Top-Rated Tripod Deer Stands

Editors Pick	Brand	Rating
Top Pick	Millennium T-100 10' Tripod	8.6
Runner Up	Sniper Sentinel 13' Tripod	8.1
Runner Up	Sniper Outlaw 16' Tripod	7.5
Best Two Man Tripod Deer Stand	River's Edge Hunting Tower	8.4
Best Budget Tripod Deer Stand	Guide Gear 12' Tripod	8.0

Best Tripod Deer Stand: Millennium T-100 10 ft Tripod

If you are looking for the most well rounded, high quality tripod stand look no further than the Millennium T-100. This model will cost a little more money but the construction does stand out above other models.

One of our favorite things about this stand is how lightweight it is compared to virtually everything else on the market. It only weights 36 lb. making it manageable for one person to move around and setup. If you are looking for something to pack in and out, for example to hunt public land, this is an excellent choice.

The seat is nice and comfortable, and the 360 degree swiveling seat makes it easy to reposition yourself without making much noise. You can easily shoot a bow from this stand while seated. Overall we highly recommend this model.

Key Features:

• Height: 10′
• Weight: 36 lb.
• Weight Limit: 300 lb.
• 360 degree Swiveling Seat

Runner Up: Sniper Sentinel 13′ Tripod Deer Stand

If you are looking for something a little less expensive than our top pick, the Sniper Sentinel is a good choice.

Our favorite feature on the Sentinel is the super quiet swiveling seat. It is practically silent, making it a good choice especially if you are hunting with a bow.

The Sentinel is not quite as sturdy as the Millennium and weights about twice as much making it more difficult to cart around. It also takes a bit longer to assemble and is not quite as sturdy so take that into consideration if you are on the heavier side.

Key Features:

• Height: 13′
• Weight: 66 lb.
• Weight Limit: 300 lb.
• Quiet Swiveling Seat

Runner Up: Sniper Outlaw Tripod Deer Stand

If you are looking for a heavier, more sturdy tripod stand the Sniper Outlaw is worth a look. The height, weight, and platform are all a step up from the Sentinel above.

The Outlaw also has a nice shooting rail that goes all the way around the platform to keep you safe.

This stand is a lot heavier than those above so don’t plan on moving it around often. It also takes more time to assemble. The seat paddling isn’t great so you might want to consider getting an extra seat cushion.

Overall it is a decent stand for the price especially if you are looking for a larger stand that is going to remain in one place for a while.

Key Features:

• Height: 16′
• Weight: 127 lb.
• Weight Limit: 300 lb.
• Large Shooting Rail

Best Two Man Tripod Deer Stand: Rivers Edge Hunting Blind Tower

If you are looking for something to setup that can hold multiple hunters, look no further than River’s Edge Hunting Tower. This model is a little different than the others reviewed. It features a large platform designed for a blind to sit on top of it.

The River’s Edge is extremely well made, one of the highest quality of the stands we reviewed. It will take more time to setup and isn’t designed to be taken down and moved often. With that said, once it is set up, this stand is staying put.

It is spacious and made to hold up in harsh conditions. River’s Edge also sells the 600 Permanent Blind to fit perfectly with the tower stand. Made from high quality Tarpaulin, it is built to withstand all types of weather.

Key Features:

• Extremely Stable
• 6′ x 6′ Platform
• Height: 10′
• Weight: 290 lb.
• Weight Limit: 800 lb.

Best Budget Tripod Deer Stand: Guide Gear 12′ Tripod Stand

Finding a well made tripod stand on a budget can be tough but the Gear Guide Stand is the clear choice. For the price you get a pretty well made stand that should get the job done under most conditions as long as you keep a few things in mind.

First, the steps are a little on the small side so you will need to be careful getting in and out of this stand. Also, it is a little heavy so if you plan on packing the stand on foot plan to struggle a bit. At 60 lb. it is possible though.

With that said, once you do get it where you want, the stand is pretty easy to setup. The seat is also comfortable and it has a nice shooting rail to keep you in your seat and help steady your aim. Overall for the price it is hard to beat.

Key Features:

• Height: 12′
• Weight: 60 lb.
• Weight Limit: 300 lb.
• Swiveling Seat

Who Should Buy a Tripod Deer Stand

Every whitetail deer hunter should at least consider hunting from some sort of blind. Many hunters are combining hunting from a stand with scent blockers like Ozonics.

Anytime you think you have a good idea of the pattern of an animal’s movement and that area is well suited for a tripod stand, consider using one.

A lot of benefit can be had from hunting from a tripod stand as opposed to a tree stand. For one thing, a well setup tripod stand can be extremely sturdy. With the tree stand, you are always at mercy of the tree. As long as you pick a tree that is in good shape you should be okay but you still never know for sure.

Tripod stands also offer the ability to set up in more locations. You can’t just drop a tree wherever you want to set up your hunting blind. But with a tripod stand, as long as there is enough space and the ground is flat enough, you are good to go.

Important Features to Consider

• Height: This is probably obvious, but the whole point of a tripod stand is to get you as the hunter up and out of the view of the deer. If you image the average height of a deer at around 3-4 ft and account for some spread in their immediate viewing angle, you probably want something that is at least 8 feet tall to be safe.
• Weight: If you plan on moving this stand around or packing it onto public land and setting it up, the weight should be one of your top considerations. Some of the stands reviewed are much too heavy to be moving around often. You don’t want to exhaust or even injure yourself carrying something too heavy before or after your hunt.
• Weight Limit: Make sure that the weight limit of the stand exceeds what you plan to load it up with. If you plan on multiple people or extra gear, take that into consideration as well.
• Assemblability: If you are going to be assembling and disassembling your stand somewhat frequently, the ease of doing so should be one of your top considerations. If you are only building the tripod once then maybe you don’t mind having to spend a bit more time putting your unit together. Make sure you pick something that matches up with how you plan to use it.
• Seat: The units we reviewed range from having swiveling seats to shooting rails, to flat platforms. Think about how you want to be spending long stretches of time and whether you will need the ability to quickly and quietly spin around.

Other Things for Your Stand

Here are a few additional accessories you might want to consider for you stand.

These heavy duty belts are well made and feature a great, secure buckle. You can use them as a belt or to hang your gear from your stand. The buckle alone makes this worth the price.

This retractable gear hoist is a great alternative to using a rope. It doesn’t take much space when not in use and unwinds automatically as you climb. It is 30 feet long which should be plenty for the stands reviewed above.

This is a well rated gear hanger system. It is designed for use with a tree but if you need a place to hang some gear in your tripod stand you should be able to make this work.

FAQs

How hard are these to assemble?

It really depends on the model. Some of the stands are pretty quick and easy to assemble while others are more difficult and time consuming.

How long does it take to assemble?

Depending on the model, anywhere from 20-30 minutes to a few hours. Read through the reviews above for details on each stand.

Are the seat cushions replaceable?

All the models reviewed have replaceable seats. Contact the manufacturer directly for a replacement. Most of the seats seem to hold up well for what it is worth.

Is the height adjustable?

The height adjustment depends on the design of the tripod. Some models have some height adjustment built in, others have a small amount to account for uneven ground. Read through the reviews above for details on each specific model.

Other Tripod Stands We Reviewed

Big Game 13′ Apex Tripod

While the Big Game Apex is straightforward to assemble, it did not seem quite as good for the price as the other models we reviewed. It is heavy and not as comfortable as the models above. Overall it’s an okay choice, just not as good as the others in our opinion.

Key Features:

• Height: 13′
• Weight: 90 lb.
• Weight Limit: 300 lb.
• Swiveling Seat