I have several Aimpoints and a Leupold Mark6 1-6x.
I've also looked through several scopes ranging from the Leupold VX-6 1-6x, Burris XTR-II 1-5x, Vortex Razor HD GenII 1-6x, Trijicon AccuPoint 1-4x, Leupold Mark AR 1.25-4x, Leupold VX-R Patrol 1.25-4x, Leupold MR/T 1.5-5x, NightForce NXS Compact 1-4x, Nikon M-223 1-4x, Vortex Viper PST 1-4x, Weaver Tactical 1-5x and Millet DMS 1-4x.
What I've learned is that without a doubt the RDS is the superior optic in close-quarter and rapid engagement situations. There is no eye relief, the eye box is extremely large from side to side, and the reticle is visible in any light condition. These features make the RDS capable in numerous situations, like asymmetrical shooting positions (roll-over prone, SBU, urban prone, low-profile barricade top, etc) and in situations where you have bulky gear/armor that makes it hard to maintain a solid cheek weld. A FTS magnifier is an added bonus that enhances the capability, and it's easy to engage targets out beyond 200yds with exceptional accuracy (head shots are capable).
The magnified riflescope is very advantageous for more long range engagement, while still having close quarters capability, provided the scope has the proper features. It has limitations, but the specialized abilities give it a distinct advantage in certain situations.
For an ideal patrol-capable riflescope, here are my thoughts:
-First and foremost, daylight visible illumination is MANDATORY. Several scopes have yet to perfect the illumination to the point where it is visible in broad daylight, or when pointed at a very bright location like a light.
-True 1x capability is preferable. It makes a big difference with faster target acquisition and more effective capability at close range.
-Non-true 1x magnificaiton like 1.1x-1.25x is usable provided that the optical quality is good and the reticle/illumination is highly visible
-More than 1.25x is too much for effective and rapid use, and the distortion of sight picture when using binocular vision throws me off when using it for longer than a quick glance.
-Optical quality plays a huge part in an optic. Lower quality detracts from the usability of the optic. Optics like the Millet DMS were well-received by the Arfcom crowd, but the fisheye distortion and poor resolution made it a shit optic in my opinion.
-second focal plane reticles are fine for general use, and SFP allows the use of daylight visible red dot style reticles.
-I prefer a first focal plane reticle, as it is far more usable for long range engagement. FFP reticles are hard to illuminate sufficiently to be visible in very bright light. I have yet to try the US Optics SR-8C and their DFP technology, but with a standard FFP reticle I believe that Leupold has a great offering with the CMR-W.
-Be wary of compromising quality in order to get a scope. Buy once, cry once.