Diamond Edge XT Review: 19 to 31 Inches Without a Module Kit

The adjustable bow that shoots like a real bow.

Specifications

Specifications above come from Diamond Archery's published specifications on the current listing. Treat pricing as approximate, since Amazon pricing moves.

What it does well

• Draw length changes with a screwdriver, not a module kit and not a press, which is the entire reason to buy this bow.
• A caged riser is stiffer than an open riser of the same weight, and that shows up as a steadier pin at full draw.
• A 50 lb range of draw weight adjustment means one bow can be legal and comfortable for a smaller archer and still reach hunting poundage.
• The carbon string stop is a real noise and vibration feature rather than a cosmetic one.
• Diamond is a Bowtech brand with dealer support, so parts and service exist.

Where it falls short

• The brush rest in the package is the weak link. It works, it is loud compared to a drop-away, and it is the first upgrade most owners make.
• The 3 pin sight has no micro adjustment worth the name. Fine for learning yardages, limiting once you shoot past 40.
• Very wide draw length adjustment always costs some cam efficiency compared with a bow built around one draw length.
• Listings for adjustable bows rarely publish a per-setting speed figure, so do not expect the same arrow speed at 19 inches and 31 inches of draw.
• Right and left hand are separate products. Order by eye dominance, not by which hand you write with.

What owners report

Published owner reviews of the Edge line, which has been in the catalogue for years across several versions, are consistent that this is the adjustable bow that feels least like a compromise. Owners repeatedly describe it as holding steadier than lighter package bows, which is what a caged riser is for, and as quiet for the price. The most common complaint by a wide margin is the included rest, followed by the sight.

The second consistent theme is longevity of fit. Parents and coaches report keeping one Edge through several years of growth by turning the module screws, which is the argument for this design over a bow that needs a new cam or module set for each draw length. Set it correctly rather than approximately: measure with our draw length calculator, then have the setting checked at full draw by a pro shop.

If you are choosing between this and the other wide-adjustment options, the practical split is age and size. The Bear Cruzer G4 starts lower, at a 14 inch draw and 10 lb, which matters for a young child. The Edge XT starts at 19 inches and holds better once an archer is adult-sized. Our Genesis versus youth compound package comparison covers the tier below both, and the beginner compound bow guide ranks the whole field.

Draw weight is the setting people get wrong most often. Pulling more than you can draw smoothly while seated and cold is the fastest route to bad form and to a wounded animal. Our draw weight calculator gives you a starting range by body size, and your state wildlife agency, not a chart, is the authority on the legal minimum where you hunt.

Who it suits

• Households and coaches who need one bow across a range of body sizes.
• Adult beginners who want a bow that will still be worth shooting in three years.
• Archers who value a steady hold over headline arrow speed.

Who should skip it

• Archers with a settled draw length who want maximum performance per dollar.
• Very young or very small archers, who need the Cruzer's 14 inch minimum draw.
• Anyone planning to replace every accessory, who should buy a bare bow instead.

Alternatives worth considering

Keep reading

• Genesis vs a youth compound package
• Best compound bows for beginners
• Draw length calculator
• Draw weight calculator
• Bear Cruzer G4 review
• Sanlida Dragon X8 review

This review draws on published specifications, manufacturer figures and the consensus of verified owner reviews. We have not tested this product ourselves, and we say so rather than implying otherwise. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.