This should be moved to the child gate on Optics and Range Estimation for better exposure...But I've had good experience with UTG, Nikon, and Hawke. Cabelas I think makes another good one that someone recently found out is a good deal.
Hawke Vantage 2-7x32 and 3-9x40 can both be had for under your $150, will hold up to the recoil of either of the mentioned rifles and have a lifetime warranty.
I like simple and really don't need an Illuminated Reticle Any recomendations?