I've been torn lately between whether I wanted to get flip-up iron sights or some sort of scope. However, I have absolutely no idea about that stuff. I don't want to break the bank, so I wasn't sure whether you guys had any recommendations for good AR scopes that won't break the bank. I can't even really think to say what want in a scope, since I don't know much about them, but I would imagine I could use something that goes out to a couple hundred yards or something. If you guys need any more information to make a recommendation, just ask haha.

Learn to shoot with iron sights. You will be a much better shooter for it. You would be surprised how small a target you can put rounds into at 200 yards.Once you have that down, then you can throw some glass on there. By then you will have been able to save enough $$$ to buy a good scope instead of a cheap one, and most likely you'll have a better idea of what you want/need.

200 yard with iron sights is a good goal to work towards. I did it at my AR15 course and was proud of myself. If you don't know anything about scopes check this out: http://adventure.howstuffworks.com/outdoor-activities/hunting/traditional-methods/rifle-scope.htm. I figured out what I needed to know from that article. I myself am in the same boat. Let me know what scope you purchase in the end.