AGM Adder TS35-384 Thermal Imaging Riflescope

Where this scope makes sense, and where it does not

 

The TS35-384 is Gen 1 hardware. It runs a sub-35 mK sensor, while the current Adder V2 LRF 35-384 runs a sub-15 mK sensor and has no rangefinder. We are not going to pretend otherwise, because you will find that out on your first foggy morning.

It makes sense in three situations.

You hunt in dry conditions. Sensitivity matters most when thermal contrast is poor, which is a wet-weather problem. On a cold, clear night with good contrast, a sub-35 mK sensor produces a perfectly usable image, and the difference against sub-15 mK narrows considerably.

You need runtime above all else. Up to 15 hours on two internal 18650 cells plus a replaceable CR123A is longer than any current-generation thermal scope manages. The V2 runs 9 hours. The Rattler V3 runs 5.5 to 7. If you are somewhere without power for several days, that gap is operational rather than theoretical.

Your distances are known. No rangefinder is only a problem when range varies. On a fixed high seat over a known feed line, you already know the distance, and the omission costs you nothing.

If none of those describe your shooting, buy the V2. It costs €500 more and performs better in almost every other aspect.

The 3× base magnification and 12-micron sensor

AGM paired a 12-micron sensor with the 35 mm lens to reach a 3× base magnification. That is higher than most 384 scopes in this class manage, and the reason it matters is the digital zoom behavior.

Every thermal scope degrades when you zoom past optical magnification. Starting from a higher base means you reach any given effective magnification with less digital interpolation, so the image holds together better at 6× and 12× than a scope that started at 2× would.

For predator work in moderate cover, 3× is a workable compromise: enough magnification to identify without so narrow a field that you lose a moving animal.

Display, recording, and the dual power system

The display is a 1024×768 OLED panel with five internal reticle options. That resolution is a generation behind the 2560×2560 panel on the V2, and you will notice it over a long session, though 15 hours of battery means you are more likely to run out of patience than out of night.

Shot Activated Recording captures video without you touching a button when the shot breaks. 64 GB of eMMC storage onboard. Wi-Fi supports live streaming and recording through the app.

The power system is genuinely unusual: two built-in 18650 rechargeable cells plus one replaceable CR123A lithium. The CR123A accounts for the 15-hour figure and lets you carry a cheap spare that does not need charging. USB-C accepts a 5V power bank for longer sessions.

Build and mount

It has a conventional 30 mm tube, so it mounts in standard rings. AGM designed the Adder specifically to sit in familiar hardware for shooters moving from day optics, and the handling reflects that.

Rated for round-the-clock operation across weather conditions.

Before deciding, compare the Adder V2 LRF 35-384 against the full Adder range and our thermal scope buying guide.

Technical specifications

FAQ

 

How long does the AGM Adder TS35-384 run on a charge?

The AGM Adder TS35-384 can run for up to 15 hours on a charge, using two built-in 18650 rechargeable cells and one replaceable CR123A lithium battery. That is the longest runtime of any thermal riflescope we stock. Current-generation scopes with rangefinders and high-resolution displays typically manage 5.5 to 9 hours. A USB-C power bank extends it further.

Does the AGM Adder TS35-384 have a rangefinder?

No. No first-generation Adder TS model has a rangefinder. Rangefinding was introduced with the Adder V2 generation, where a 1,000-yard laser is built into the front lens assembly. If you need range readings, see the Adder V2 LRF 35-384.

What does a sub-35 mK NETD mean for image quality?

NETD is the smallest temperature difference the sensor can resolve. Sub-35 mK produces a clear image in good thermal contrast conditions, such as on cold, dry nights. In fog, drizzle, or high humidity, where an animal is only marginally warmer than the ground, a sub-15 mK sensor holds a readable outline where a sub-35 mK sensor may not.

Will the Adder TS35-384 fit standard scope rings?

Yes. It uses a conventional 30 mm tube housing designed to mount in ordinary 30 mm rings, which is the main practical reason to choose the Adder format over a bridge-style thermal body. Shooters moving from day optics will generally find the handling familiar.

Why is the Adder TS35-384 cheaper than the Adder V2?

It is the previous generation. The V2 upgraded the sensor from sub-35 mK to sub-15 mK, the display from 1024×768 to 2560×2560, added shutterless NUC, and added an integrated rangefinder with a ballistic calculator. The TS retains one clear advantage: up to 15 hours of runtime against 9 on the V2.