3.5-10x40 vs. 2.5-8x36

Eyebox ease of use, any difference?

Lowlight, any real difference?

I have a rifle that needs a set and forget scope. I owned a VX3 2.5-8 many years ago. Not sure if the VX3i is changed. I rarely shoot far while hunting. I do climb steep mountains and have a very strong dislike for heavy rifles. Also considering FXII and FX3 6x but they are stuck with that nearly useless wide duplex reticle. Prefer to avoid additional cost of custom shop order.