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Mathews sells the VXR in two axle-to-axle lengths – 28 inches for the VXR 28 and 31.5 inches for the VXR 31.5 – and case fit depends on which one you own. SKB molds a hard case to each length specifically; the rest of this list is universal-fit hard and soft cases sized to swallow either length, from budget soft bags to premium vault-style hard cases.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SKB iSeries 3i-3614 Mathews VXR 28 Bow Case | $420-$480 | Amazon |
| 2 | SKB iSeries 3i-4214 Mathews VXR 31.5 Bow Case | $440-$500 | Amazon |
| 3 | Plano Protector Compact Bow Case | $60-$100 | Amazon · eBay |
| 4 | Plano AW2 Ultimate Compound Bow Case | $180-$240 | Amazon · eBay |
| 5 | Pelican V730BOW Vault Bow Case | $180-$230 | Amazon · eBay |
| 6 | Pelican Vault V770 | $150-$180 | Amazon |
| 7 | October Mountain Blackout Mathews Bow Case | $90-$130 | Amazon · eBay |
| 8 | OMP Mathews Lift X Bow Case | $110-$140 | Amazon |
| 9 | Flambeau Safe Shot Compound Bow Case | $70-$85 | Amazon · eBay |
| 10 | Easton Bow-Go Micro 3818 Bow Case | $50-$60 | Amazon · eBay |
The picks, in detail
SKB iSeries 3i-3614 Mathews VXR 28 Bow Case
Custom-cut foam molded to the 28-inch axle-to-axle VXR 28, with a gasket-sealed, waterproof, dust-tight shell.
- Custom foam cut for the VXR 28 (28″ axle-to-axle) and V3 27
- Waterjet-cut foam arrow slots for up to 12 arrows
- Gasket-sealed, waterproof, dust-tight shell
- Molded specifically to the VXR 28’s geometry
- TSA-style latches
- Lifetime warranty
- Expensive
- Only fits the 28-inch axle-to-axle length, not the 31.5
SKB iSeries 3i-4214 Mathews VXR 31.5 Bow Case
The same gasket-sealed SKB shell as the VXR 28 case, but with foam sized for bows up to 39.75 x 13.75 inches to fit the longer 31.5-inch axle-to-axle VXR 31.5.
- Custom foam interior for bows up to 39.75 x 13.75 inches
- Gasket-sealed shell
- Right fit if you shoot the longer VXR 31.5
- Even pricier than the 28-inch version
- Heavy for airline travel
Plano Protector Compact Bow Case
A universal-fit hard case that’s far cheaper than SKB’s molded cases and fits either VXR length since it isn’t bow-specific.
- 43″ L x 19″ W x 6.5-6.75″ H
- PillarLock foam retention system
- Fits most modern parallel-limb compound bows
- Much cheaper than the SKB molded cases
- Fits either VXR 28 or VXR 31.5
- Generic foam, not custom-cut to the VXR’s cam/limb layout
Plano AW2 Ultimate Compound Bow Case
Plano’s top-tier hard case, with molded EVA carpet padding, an arrow tube holder, and a pressure-release valve for airline travel – a step up from the Protector Compact for parallel-limb bows like the VXR.
- Molded EVA carpet interior
- Arrow tube holder
- Pressure-release valve for air travel
- Dual-stage secure latches with a continuous Dri-Loc seal
- Airline-travel-ready with the pressure-release valve
- Roomier interior than the Protector Compact
- Costs roughly double the Protector Compact
Pelican V730BOW Vault Bow Case
Pelican’s own bow-specific SKU: a rifle-vault shell with a foam insert cut for a bow layout, wheels and carry handles included.
- Hard vault-style shell with a bow-specific foam insert
- Wheels and carry handles
- Weatherproof
- Pelican-grade impact protection
- Foam insert designed for a bow, not repurposed rifle foam
- Foam insert is a general bow layout, not cut for the VXR’s specific limb pockets
Pelican Vault V770
A larger Pelican Vault rifle case commonly repurposed for bow storage with aftermarket bow foam, cheaper than the V730BOW at Pelican’s own retail price.
- Hard vault-style shell
- Wheels and carry handles
- Weatherproof, USA-made
- Lower price than the bow-specific V730BOW at Pelican’s own listed price
- Sold as a rifle case – you’ll need to add or cut your own bow-shaped foam insert
October Mountain Blackout Mathews Bow Case
A soft case with backpack-style straps – lighter and cheaper for range or truck transport than any hard case on this list.
- Soft case, Mathews-branded fit
- Padded interior
- Backpack-style straps
- Lighter and cheaper than a hard case for range/truck use
- Far less crush protection than SKB or Pelican for checked-baggage travel
OMP Mathews Lift X Bow Case
A soft case sized specifically for Mathews’ current Lift/VXR bow shapes, with lockable zippers.
- Soft case sized for the Mathews Lift/VXR platform
- Foam-padded
- Lockable zippers
- Purpose-built to Mathews’ own current bow shapes
- Soft-sided, not gasket-sealed like the SKB or Pelican cases
Flambeau Safe Shot Compound Bow Case
A budget semi-hard case that undercuts the SKB and Pelican options while still offering a molded interior rather than a simple padded bag.
- Molded high-density polyethylene shell
- Padded interior compartments
- Cheapest hard-shell option on this list
- Less crush-proof than a true gasket-sealed hard case
Easton Bow-Go Micro 3818 Bow Case
A compact soft case at the lowest price point here, aimed at range trips and truck-bed storage rather than checked-baggage travel.
- Compact soft-sided design
- Available in solid colors or camo
- Lowest price on this list
- Minimal impact protection compared to any hard case here
Buying tips
- Confirm whether you own the VXR 28 (28″ axle-to-axle) or VXR 31.5 (31.5″ axle-to-axle) before buying an SKB case – the two SKB models are not interchangeable.
- A hard case (SKB, Plano, Pelican, Flambeau) is worth the extra cost if the bow will fly as checked luggage; a soft case (October Mountain, OMP, Easton) is fine for truck-bed or range transport.
- A universal case like the Plano Protector or AW2 fits either VXR length, which is useful if you might upgrade bows later.
- If repurposing a Pelican Vault V770 (a rifle case) for a bow, budget separately for a bow-cut foam insert – it doesn’t ship with one.
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