If you ask ten hunters what’s the best hunting rifle on the market, you’ll get ten different answers. The same goes for silencers. Everyone has their favorite and their specific reasons for choosing one over the other.
Since we can’t know what will be the most important aspect to you personally, we decided to make a range of selections based on specific criteria. Below you’ll find choices based on caliber, decibel reduction, price, overall value, etc.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT HUNTING RIFLE SUPPRESSOR
A lot goes into choosing the right hunting rifle suppressor. If you aren't sure which is the best one for your, read on. If you still have questions afterwards, reach out at the link on the bottom of the story for some more help.
Best on a budget - SilencerCo Omega 300
SilencerCo's Omega 300 is a light, short, quiet, full-auto rated, titanium silencer that is one of the best hunting suppressors for the money. If you like to have choices and options, it even comes complete with direct thread and fast-attach mounts, as well as a removable Anchor Brake to reduce recoil, which can be replaced with a flat front cap if you don't need the brake.
The Omega 300 is popular for all sorts of .30-caliber chamberings, which means that it is also compatible with the 7mm Remington Magnum cartridge. That makes it one of the best multi-caliber suppressors in its class, so it will be right at home on a variety of other rifles, too. You aren't just limited to the 7mm Rem Mag, so try it out with .30-06, .308, .300 Blackout, etc.
Why We Like It:
Multiple mounting options come with it
Comes with a brake in the box
Amazing can for the money
What our customers say:
"I have purchased two Omega 300’s and am impressed with the quality, sound suppression and overall performance. This is by far once of the best suppressors I have purchased. It’s the best purchase for the money one can buy in my opinion." - Brent H.
SilencerCo Omega 300 Specs:
Weight: 14.8 oz
Length: 7"
Finish: Black or FDE
Materials: Cobalt, Inconel, Stainless Steel, and Titanium
THE BEST MULTI-CALIBER HUNTING RIFLE SUPPRESSOR - BANISH 30-V2
Whether you’re hunting small game with a .17-caliber rimfire rifle or big game with the .300 WBY, the BANISH 30-V2 has got you covered. Again, we might be a bit biased, but the BANISH 30 is a fantastic multi-caliber, lightweight suppressor that you can take apart and clean yourself.
The 100% titanium 30-V2 is an adaptable .30 caliber suppressor capable of handling anything from a .17 HMR up to a .300 WBY. Being modular, the full-length configuration is 8.17 inches long with 11 baffles and weighs 12.4 ounces. For a lighter, more compact profile the tube extension can be removed reducing the length down to 6.4 inches, the weight to 9.5 ounces, and retaining eight baffles. The BANISH 30-V2 offers a maximum average decibel reduction of 34.5dB, tested using a .308-caliber rifle.
Features/Advantages:
User-serviceable
Can be used with a wide variety of calibers
All titanium construction means lightweight
Disadvantages:
None - this is an improved version of the best-selling suppressor of all time.
Best Deep Country Hunting Silencer - BANISH BACKCOUNTRY
The two most important factors for picking a suppressor for a backcountry hunt are sound suppression and weight, and the .30 caliber BANISH Backcountry suppressor was built with those factors in mind.
The Backcountry is a fixed-length suppressor that measures 5.5” in length (5.7” with QD mount) and weighs just 7.8 ounces. That’s a full 1.3” shorter and 2.2 ounces lighter than the BANISH 30 in its short configuration. That may not sound like much, but it makes a world of difference for backcountry adventurers who carefully pack their gear with size and weight in mind.
Rated for calibers up to the .300 Remington Ultra Magnum (RUM), the BANISH Backcountry utilizes six baffles that drop the decibel level down to 135 dB for .308 Winchester, 137 dB for .300 Win Mag, and 138 dB for .300 RUM at the ear – all of which fall below the hearing-safe threshold.
Utilizing a 1.375×24 Universal Mount, the BANISH Backcountry is a direct-thread suppressor designed to eliminate any extra weight associated with a muzzle device method of attachment, but it is also available with an optional muzzle brake attachment.
When size, weight, and sound suppression are of the utmost concern, the BANISH Backcountry suppressor allows you to pack in ounces, shoot at hearing-safe levels, and pack out pounds.
THE QUIETEST HUNTING SUPPRESSOR - TBAC MAGNUS-HUB-30
One of the best outing suppressors, the Thunder Beast Arms Magnus-HUB-30 is engineered to be one of the quietest .30 caliber suppressors on the market. It delivers exceptional sound reduction across calibers from .223 to .300 Norma Magnum. Designed with precision shooters in mind, this lightweight titanium suppressor measures 9 inches long and weighs under 15 ounces, offering full-size performance without added bulk.
It excels on big-bore magnums, like the 7mm Rem Mag, while providing superior suppression on smaller calibers, significantly outperforming competitors like the Ultra 9, making it ideal for long-range precision shooting where maximum noise reduction is essential. With sound levels comparable to shooting a .22LR, the Magnus sets a new standard for quiet performance without sacrificing durability or accuracy. This suppressor is perfect for shooters who demand both stealth and precision in the field.
The 8.6 bulk round is catching on, and there are a few variants out there, too, like the .338 Federal and the 8.6 ARC. This can is made from deep-drawn and laser-welded stainless steel and even though it is a steel can, the construction process is advanced enough that the weight is much lower than you might expect at just 12 ounces! That is lighter than many titanium suppressors.
This suppressor is, as you may have guessed, just 8.6 inches long and 1.75 inches in diameter. The result is a suppressor with outstanding sound reduction. It uses Q’s Quickie Fast Attach mounts making it possible to swap it onto other rifles quickly.
THE BEST Coyote HUNTING SUPPRESSOR FOR THE MONEY - Coastal Guns XDS
It has become increasingly more popular to hunt with AR-platform rifles, so it would make sense to have a suppressor on this list that is designed for the .223 and 5.56mm cartridges.
The Coastal Gun XDS (Xtreme Duty Suppressor) is constructed entirely of 4130 chrome-moly steel and is rated for semi-auto and limited full-auto fire (not that you need that while hunting). Plus, the entire unit can be disassembled for cleaning.
Using the standard AR-platform rifle system, the XDS gives a sound signature of about half that of an unsuppressed Ruger MK 3 22LR pistol.
We list this unit as our best bang for your buck because most people have an AR-platform rifle, and for the great price on this suppressor, you’ve got a great can that will pull double-duty for you.
This is a question we've gotten a few times. The answer is simple - you need to protect your hearing. The decibel level from a gun shot is high enough to do permanent damage to your hearing.
In theory, a silencer made from titanium, like the majority of BANISH silencers, will be lighter than a can made from stainless steel. Backcountry hunters tend to sweat the details over ever ounce they carry simply because they tend to hike some serious distance and usually over some pretty rough and mountainous terrain.
The trend in silencer technology these days is to pack in as much decibel reduction as possible, into a lighter, shorter can. It makes sense, too. If you can get a silencer that is 4.5 inches long and weighs just a few ounces, why would you buy one that is twice as long and weighs more if the sound reduction is the same? The answer, most often, leads to the next point.
Price point
One of the biggest deciding factors in hunting rifle silencer purchases is price. There's no way around it, either. If you want a silencer, it is going to cost you some money. Sure, you may come across some cheap options on the internet, but if you're not buying from a reputable source, you can run into trouble in more ways than one. First off, make sure that you are going through the application process for purchasing an NFA item. This means ATF paperwork, tax stamps, and all of that. Anything that isn't, isn't legal. Secondly, do you really want to screw something onto the end of your rifle and shoot a bullet through it, and have it not be a precision-engineered item? Don't be that guy that we see video clips of on the Internet where the gun explodes and so does the shooters hands, etc.
Manufacturer
Choose a product from a quality manufacturer. Period. That is a benefit from buying a silencer from Silencer Central. We sell almost every brand, and we're working on getting them all in stock. We verify that the manufacturer is legit and knows how to build a can that works.
Sound Reduction
When you can lower the decibel output of any activity to down below the threshold for permanent damage to your hearing, that is a good thing. For short, impactful hearing damage, such as you would encounter hunting, we try to get the level down below 140 decibels. The average gunshot comes in around 140-160.
Remember what we said at the beginning of this story. Every decibel level multiplies the amount of decibels, so a 10 decibel level increase raises that amount by a factor of ten. The same goes in reverse. Reduce the decibel level by ten and you decrease the force of that sound wave by a factor of ten.
Think of sound as a tidal wave and your ear drum as a house on the shore. If you have a 3 foot wave coming and you increase that power by a factor of ten, how big is the wave now? 30 feet. a three-foot wave won't likely damage your house, but a 30-footer means you''ll likely be rebuilding. A suppressor is a solid break wall, protecting your house from that wave.
Reduced recoil and better muzzle control
Most silencer, by design, have the added bonus of reducing the felt recoil. The baffles spread out the gases from the shot and direct them away from going backwards. A silencer that is as advanced as the MeatEater by BANISH has an anchor brake that is adjustable for increased recoil reduction - up to 40%.
Reduced recoil also gives you better muzzle control. The muzzle is stabilized, which not only makes your shot inherently more accurate, but makes it easier to get back on target for a follow-up shot should you need to take one.
Increased situational awareness
This is something we've talked about before and is very true when hunting predatory game, like coyotes, bears, or cats. A suppressed rifle being fired is harder to find for a =n animal than an unsurpassed one. Using a suppressed rifle increases your odds if you have to make a second shot.
TAKE A SUPPRESSOR ON YOUR NEXT HUNT
Hopefully, we’ve convinced you that your next hunt should be your quietest hunt! Whether you choose one of the options on this list or something else that better suits your needs, Silencer Central is here to make your buying process as easy and cost-effective as possible. We offer free gun trusts, free thread protectors with barrel threading, and an eZ Pay Plan. Our motto is “Silencer Buying Made Simple,” and we mean it!
With more than 15 years of experience in the industry, we’re the nation’s largest silencer dealer. We’re also the only one licensed in all 42 suppressor-legal states that can sell, process, and ship your new suppressor directly to your door. Our experts are ready to help you by phone or email, Monday through Saturday from 8am – 8pm (CT).
Yes, suppressors are legal to hunt with in 41 of the 42 states where suppressor ownership is legal.
Yes, there may be a slight change in your point of impact as the suppressor alters the bullet's flight as it leave the barrel. Often shooters see an increase in overall accuracy, but you will need to zero your rifle again after adding a suppressor.
Any loud sound can affect your hearing, so yes a suppressor helps your hunting by protecting your hearing, even if you only shoot once. It Laos help if you need a follow-up shot as it helps by reducing the risk of spooking your game.
While many suppressors can be used on several different caliber firearms, we have some specific models that can make your shooting more enjoyable. Pick the caliber that you have in mind. If you don’t see your caliber, pick one close to it to see our recommendations.
