DuffDaddyKev Posted May 5, 2020 Share Posted May 5, 2020 I've always struggled gauging distances and really want to hone in on where I can hit each club. Any recommendations on good value/budget rangefinders or GPS devices? I know that the MGS team said the Inesis Rangefinder is a good value. I really like the idea of the SkyCaddie, so anyone know where I can find a used or older model? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Titleist87 Posted May 5, 2020 Share Posted May 5, 2020 (edited) Costco carries a Caddy Tek with great reviews on this site and Costco's site. I believe it has slope and is $130. Spoiler Edited May 5, 2020 by Titleist87 VanTrago 1 Quote Fly Z+ UST Proforce V2 Black Golfsmith Jet Stream 3W UST Proforce V2 915 H3 Diamana Red 915 H4 Diamana Red Apex Edge Pro UST Recoil Dart Vokey SM6 50F/54S/58S Aerotech SteelFiber Huntington Beach 11S Pro V1 Bag Boy Chiller Bag Boy Quad XL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom the Golf Nut Posted May 5, 2020 Share Posted May 5, 2020 Look at TecTecTec. Good range finder and excellent customer service. They have two models, with and without slope. Available on Amazon. Quote Driver, TSi 1 S Flex 3 wood, Aerojet Max UST Helium Nanocore R Flex 5 wood, Aerojet Max UST Helium Nanocore R Flex 7 Wood, Aerojet Max UST Helium Nanocore R Flex 5 Hybrid King Tec MMT R Flex Irons, Tour UST Recoil 95 R Flex (6 - Gap) Wedges, Snakebite KBS Hi- Rev2.0 54* & 60* Agera 35" Ultralight 14-way Cart Bag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony@CIC Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 I found a Nikon LRF with slope - new and with 5 year warranty for 159. on eBay with free shipping. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy JohnSmalls 1 Quote Left Hand orientation SIM 2 D Max with Fujikura Air Speeder Shaft Cobra Radspeed 3W/RIptide Shaft 410 Hybrids 22*, 26* Cobra Speed Zone 6-GP/Recoil ESX 460 F3 Shafts SM7 54* Wedge Glide 3.0 60* Wedge O Works putter V3 NX9-HD - 4 Wheel EZGO TXT 48v cart - too many shoes to list and so many to buy And BAG Boy Golf Balls: Vice Pro Plus 2020 Official Tester Beginning Driver Speed - 78 2019 Official Tester 410 Driver 2018 Official Tester C300 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueberry_Squishie Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 10 hours ago, DuffDaddyKev said: I've always struggled gauging distances and really want to hone in on where I can hit each club. Any recommendations on good value/budget rangefinders or GPS devices? I know that the MGS team said the Inesis Rangefinder is a good value. I really like the idea of the SkyCaddie, so anyone know where I can find a used or older model? I've not heard a bad thing said about the Decathlon rangefinder. Could be worth a look. Quote Cobra F9 9.5° (Hzrdus Yellow X) Cobra Speedzone 15° (Tensei Blue X) Srixon H85 19° (Hzrdus Black 85 6.0) Mizuno MP20 MMC 4-PW (KBS $ Taper 120S) Mizuno T20 51°, 55°, 59° (KBS $ Taper 120S) Scotty Cameron Phantom X 5.5 34" Srixon ZStar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 When it comes to value in a quality range finder, it's hard to look past @PrecisionProGolf They are on here from time to time, and I'm sure would let you know of any specials that might be going on or answering any questions. I have had the NX7 myself, and it did everything you need it to. They also offer a lifetime battery replacement, at least I think they still do. As for SkyCaddie, I have the SX500 and have enjoyed it as well. Can't go wrong with either brand. PMookie and Nihonsei 1 1 Quote G430 Max 10K TSiR1 15.0 Aldlia Ascent 60g TSR2 18.0 PX Aldila Ascent 6og TSi1 20 Aldila Ascent Shafts R T350 5-GW SteelFiber I80 SM10 48F/54M and58K S159 48S/52S/56W/60B Select 5.5 Flowback 35" ProV1 Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuffDaddyKev Posted May 6, 2020 Author Share Posted May 6, 2020 10 minutes ago, Golfspy_CG2 said: When it comes to value in a quality range finder, it's hard to look past @PrecisionProGolf They are on here from time to time, and I'm sure would let you know of any specials that might be going on or answering any questions. I have had the NX7 myself, and it did everything you need it to. They also offer a lifetime battery replacement, at least I think they still do. As for SkyCaddie, I have the SX500 and have enjoyed it as well. Can't go wrong with either brand. I saw @PrecisionProGolf mentioned in another thread and the products and they look incredible. I haven’t found a bad review out there. I’ll definitely keep an eye out for any specials. Not sure if I want the slope or not at this point in time. PMookie, Golfspy_CG2 and Nihonsei 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 1 minute ago, DuffDaddyKev said: I saw @PrecisionProGolf mentioned in another thread and the products and they look incredible. I haven’t found a bad review out there. I’ll definitely keep an eye out for any specials. Not sure if I want the slope or not at this point in time. I had the non slope and honestly, I didn't feel like I was missing out on anything. I've had the slope feature on a Bushnell and I really don't know how accurate it is or if it made much of a difference. Good luck, with it. Also PP is has very good customer service. DuffDaddyKev and JohnSmalls 2 Quote G430 Max 10K TSiR1 15.0 Aldlia Ascent 60g TSR2 18.0 PX Aldila Ascent 6og TSi1 20 Aldila Ascent Shafts R T350 5-GW SteelFiber I80 SM10 48F/54M and58K S159 48S/52S/56W/60B Select 5.5 Flowback 35" ProV1 Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PMookie Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 I saw [mention=78337]PrecisionProGolf[/mention] mentioned in another thread and the products and they look incredible. I haven’t found a bad review out there. I’ll definitely keep an eye out for any specials. Not sure if I want the slope or not at this point in time. Every one of their lasers are on sale right now. I just bought the NX7 Pro and it’s as good as any Bushnell I’ve had. You can’t go wrong with PP.Plus, if a new model comes out, you can trade-in on the new one. NO one else does this!!! DuffDaddyKev, Nihonsei and JohnSmalls 3 Quote Driver: Ping G430 Max 9*, Ping Tour 70X Fairway: Ping G425 15*, Ping Tour 70X Hybrid: Ping G425 22*, Ping Tour 80X Irons: Ping i230 4-GW, TT DG X100 Wedges: SMS 50D/54V/58DModus 130 stiff, +1” Putter: EAS 1.0 Ball: Titleist 2023 AVX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuffDaddyKev Posted May 6, 2020 Author Share Posted May 6, 2020 3 hours ago, PMookie said: Every one of their lasers are on sale right now. I just bought the NX7 Pro and it’s as good as any Bushnell I’ve had. You can’t go wrong with PP. Plus, if a new model comes out, you can trade-in on the new one. NO one else does this!!! The ability to trade in for a new model is awesome! Saw the sale and just bought the NX7 Pro too. As a first time rangefinder user, I'm really excited! Thanks for the feedback everyone Nihonsei and PMookie 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VanTrago Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 23 hours ago, DuffDaddyKev said: I've always struggled gauging distances and really want to hone in on where I can hit each club. Any recommendations on good value/budget rangefinders or GPS devices? I know that the MGS team said the Inesis Rangefinder is a good value. I really like the idea of the SkyCaddie, so anyone know where I can find a used or older model? I want reliable distance out to 370 yards. That is the sum of my driver plus my pitching wedge (250+120 yards). Before buying my present GPS, I decided to check out laser rangefinders under $150. I bought and tried three , one after the other: CaddyView v2 Suaoki PF3 Lofthouse ProScope 400x The best of those was the ProScope 400X. None of them could pick up a flag reliably at even 200 yards. They all always gave me a reading, but it wasn’t always right. Consequently, I found myself overshooting the green all too frequently. I don’t need "help" like that! If interested, you can read my Customer Reviews for each of those at Amazon (under the name O’Falahan). (FYI, the pins at most of the courses I play do not have retro reflectors). I ended up returning all three and buying a Bushnell Neo Ghost GPS. I’m glad I did. It is a compact, no-nonsense GPS that gives me everything I need and it's faster for me than fiddling with a rangefinder. It’s not my first GPS, but it is by far my favorite. Previously I owned the following: Original SkyCaddie Callaway uPRO Garmin Approach G8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PMookie Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 The ability to trade in for a new model is awesome! Saw the sale and just bought the NX7 Pro too. As a first time rangefinder user, I'm really excited! Thanks for the feedback everyoneFYI, the new model was supposed to be on their site last week, and ship this week. Within the 90 period of your purchase, as long as you bought it through them or one of their retailers (keep the receipt), they will apply the FULL amount you paid toward the new model. Once outside the 90 days, then 30% is taken-off the price of the new model. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro JohnSmalls 1 Quote Driver: Ping G430 Max 9*, Ping Tour 70X Fairway: Ping G425 15*, Ping Tour 70X Hybrid: Ping G425 22*, Ping Tour 80X Irons: Ping i230 4-GW, TT DG X100 Wedges: SMS 50D/54V/58DModus 130 stiff, +1” Putter: EAS 1.0 Ball: Titleist 2023 AVX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuffDaddyKev Posted May 6, 2020 Author Share Posted May 6, 2020 39 minutes ago, PMookie said: FYI, the new model was supposed to be on their site last week, and ship this week. Within the 90 period of your purchase, as long as you bought it through them or one of their retailers (keep the receipt), they will apply the FULL amount you paid toward the new model. Once outside the 90 days, then 30% is taken-off the price of the new model. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro Are you referring to this one? And I bought mine through Amazon, so I'm assuming that would count for trade-in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PMookie Posted May 7, 2020 Share Posted May 7, 2020 Are you referring to this one? And I bought mine through Amazon, so I'm assuming that would count for trade-in.No, there’s just an “NX9 Slope” coming out, no “HD”. It’s going to be $269.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro Quote Driver: Ping G430 Max 9*, Ping Tour 70X Fairway: Ping G425 15*, Ping Tour 70X Hybrid: Ping G425 22*, Ping Tour 80X Irons: Ping i230 4-GW, TT DG X100 Wedges: SMS 50D/54V/58DModus 130 stiff, +1” Putter: EAS 1.0 Ball: Titleist 2023 AVX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbsdaddy Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 My wife has a Precision Pro laser, and I have the Bushnell Phantom GPS. On our last trip out a friend who was in our foursome stated that he thought out laser was about 10 yards off, but that the Phantom was correct. I recently changed the battery in the laser so maybe I need to read my instructions and see if it needs to be calibrated or reset or something. They are both extremely easy to use and I think if it gets me to within 10 yards of the hole, with MY skill set, I am am doing fine. And also, I have only had to change the battery in the laser once since we bought two years ago. The rechargeable battery in the Phantom lasts three rounds. Hit em straight friends Quote ksted driver: Ping G410 plus 3 wood: Ping G400 5 wood: Ping G400 hybrid: Cobra F8 irons: Ping G400 4-gw wedges: Ping G400 U 50, Cleveland RTX4 56, Zipcore 60 putter: Evnroll ER2 balls: Srixon Q Star Tour/Titleist Tour Soft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnoopMatty Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 For $130 you can't go wrong with the Caddy Tek from Costco. I'm on my second one (first was stolen). Yardages are accurate, it's got pin-seeker and slope plus some magnification. I don't see spending hundreds on a higher end one. tony@CIC 1 Quote G410+ 9° Stiff F9 3W i210 4-Pw Stiff 3H Vokey SM7 52, 56, 60 Sigma Zstar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony@CIC Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 My wife has a Precision Pro laser, and I have the Bushnell Phantom GPS. On our last trip out a friend who was in our foursome stated that he thought out laser was about 10 yards off, but that the Phantom was correct. I recently changed the battery in the laser so maybe I need to read my instructions and see if it needs to be calibrated or reset or something. They are both extremely easy to use and I think if it gets me to within 10 yards of the hole, with MY skill set, I am am doing fine. And also, I have only had to change the battery in the laser once since we bought two years ago. The rechargeable battery in the Phantom lasts three rounds. Hit em straight friendsWho's to say his wasn't off 10 yds. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy Quote Left Hand orientation SIM 2 D Max with Fujikura Air Speeder Shaft Cobra Radspeed 3W/RIptide Shaft 410 Hybrids 22*, 26* Cobra Speed Zone 6-GP/Recoil ESX 460 F3 Shafts SM7 54* Wedge Glide 3.0 60* Wedge O Works putter V3 NX9-HD - 4 Wheel EZGO TXT 48v cart - too many shoes to list and so many to buy And BAG Boy Golf Balls: Vice Pro Plus 2020 Official Tester Beginning Driver Speed - 78 2019 Official Tester 410 Driver 2018 Official Tester C300 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guests Guest Delete Posted May 25, 2020 Guests Share Posted May 25, 2020 I bought this one on Amazon 2 and a half years ago and it works great. I paid $109 then and it's only $79.99 now. It has a flag finding feature and slope. I couldn't find a better deal and have been surprised at the quality for the price. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075Q6SSMJ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_KXXYEbK523EJZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fozcycle Posted May 25, 2020 Share Posted May 25, 2020 Try MGGolf’s rangefinder(2 models) both for under $120. I have one (MG600S) and it works great. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy Quote Driver: 0311 XF 10.5* w/Project X Cypher 40 gram Senior shaft or 0811 XF 12* w/Evenflo Riptide CB Senior shaft Fairways: 0211 5W & 7W w/ Evenflo Riptide CB regular shaft and Tour Edge E521 9W w/Fubuki HD50 regular shaft Hybrid: None in bag at the moment Irons: Titleist T300 5-PW w/Fubuki MV Senior graphite shafts w/Golf Pride Tour Wedges: Edison forged 49*, 53* and 57* wedges with KB PGI Senior shafts(80 grm). Putter: 33” Evnroll ER6R or ER2 or Bellum Winmore Model 707, or Nike Method Core Drone w/Evnroll Gravity Grip Bag: Vice cart bag(Black/Lime). Ball: Snell MTB Prime X, Maxfli Tour/S/X CG, Titleist Pro V1x or Titleist TruFeel Using Shot Scope X5 and Pinned Rangefinder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clay10Co9 Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 23 hours ago, TimoTe said: I bought this one on Amazon 2 and a half years ago and it works great. I paid $109 then and it's only $79.99 now. It has a flag finding feature and slope. I couldn't find a better deal and have been surprised at the quality for the price. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075Q6SSMJ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_KXXYEbK523EJZ Does it vibrate when it locks on to the pin? Thanks in advance! Quote Driver: Taylormade '16 9.5* M1 Fujikura XLR8 61 S RH 3 Wood: Cobra F7 14.5 Degree Aldila DVS Fairway 75X 5 Wood: Taylormade R15 17 degree Fujikura Speeder 67 S Hybrid: Ping G400 3 Hyb 19 degree S Irons: Titleist 716 AP2 4-PW Aerotek Steelfiber i110 cw S RH standard lie and 1* strong Wedges: 50 Callaway MD 4, 54 Vokey SM5, 58 Callaway Forged Putters: Oddysey White Hot #7 Fang, Scotty Cameron Futura Phantom Mallet, Callaway S2H2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guests Guest Delete Posted May 26, 2020 Guests Share Posted May 26, 2020 57 minutes ago, Clay10Co9 said: Does it vibrate when it locks on to the pin? Thanks in advance! Yes! It has that feature. And slope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oliverjohn2030 Posted April 25, 2022 Share Posted April 25, 2022 ostco carries a Caddy Tek with great reviews on this site and Costco's site. I believe it has slope and is $130. Quote Best Headlamps for Hunting Best Rangefinders for Hunting Best Binoculars For Hunting Best Hunting Watches Best hunting Boots Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golf2Much Posted April 25, 2022 Share Posted April 25, 2022 I've had a Mileseey PF210 Pro rangefinder for over a year and really like it. It has slope (with an on/off button), flag lock and vibration notification in a compact package. It acquires its target quickly and is accurate when I compare it with my playing partners' higher priced and more recognized models. I saw on eBay the exact model I have delivered free from Mileseey for $99.99 with an additional 12% off. For $88 it's a great deal. Their updated PF260 model (2021 model year) has USB and rechargeable battery plus built-in magnet mounting on the cart for $94. Both are very good values. Quote Ping G430 Max driver 10.5 degrees with an Alta Quick45 gram senior shaft Callaway Epic 3 wood, Project X Evenflow Green 45 gram senior shaft Callaway GBB Epic Heavenwood, with a Mitsubishi Diamana 50 gram senior shaft Ping G 20.5 degree 7 wood, with a stock Alta 65 gram senior shaft Ping G 26 degree hybrid, stock Alta 65 gram senior shaft Callaway Paradym X irons, 7-AW with Aldila Ascent Blue 50 graphite shafts Edison wedges: 50, 55 and 60 degree, KBS Tour Graphite A flex shafts Putters: L.A.B. Direct Force 2.1 putter, 34.5" long, 67 degrees lie 2022 MGS Tester: Shot Scope Pro XL+ with H4 2023 MGS Tester: Callaway Paradym X Irons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptZ Posted April 25, 2022 Share Posted April 25, 2022 There are more than 10 FREE golf apps with GPS available for anyone with an Android or iPhone AND the free USGA GHIN app has FREE GPS now. I’ve compared them to my own and friends’ Skycaddie, Garmen, Bushnell and other handheld GPS devices, EACH $100-$300, and there is NO discernible difference except for displays. I bought a Skycaddie GPS when they first came out years ago, then a Garmen, and then a fancy Bushnell because of better displays and information. Gave them all away. If you want to spend unnecessary money, go right ahead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IONEPUTT Posted April 25, 2022 Share Posted April 25, 2022 Check out the TecTecTec line of range finders. I have the VPRO DLK 1K and it's the best laser range finder I have ever used, Good to 1000 yards so it's plenty strong enough to pick up a flag a lot farther out than you can hit the ball. VERY fast also. Push the button and you have your yardage before you know it/ Quote All my clubs are custom built with aftermarket shafts that have been spine and FLO aligned for max performance every swing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDTVMAN Posted April 25, 2022 Share Posted April 25, 2022 Watch: Garmin Approach S20. Laser: Bushnell Pro XE. There is a lower priced version, just be sure you have slope. tony@CIC 1 Quote Certified Club Fitter. Ping G425 Max Driver 10.5° w/Fujikura Ventus TR Ping G425 Max 5-7-9 Fairway Woods w/Ping Alta CB Ping G425 Irons 5-U w/Ping Alta CB (Power-Spec Lofts) Ping 4.0 Eye2 Glide Wedges 54°-58° w/Recoil SmacWrap Ping Redwood ZB Putter w/PP58 PING Pioneer Cart Bag Lamkin Sonar+ Wrap Mid-Size Grips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilevine Posted April 25, 2022 Share Posted April 25, 2022 I have a Precision Pro NX7 with slope and a SkyCaddie SG5. The problem with SkyCaddie is that they require a yearly subscription. The last time I renewed they threw in a dozen e6's and a 1 year subscription to Golf magazine. I do not know if they still do. tony@CIC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bang60 Posted April 25, 2022 Share Posted April 25, 2022 2 hours ago, CaptZ said: There are more than 10 FREE golf apps with GPS available for anyone with an Android or iPhone AND the free USGA GHIN app has FREE GPS now. I’ve compared them to my own and friends’ Skycaddie, Garmen, Bushnell and other handheld GPS devices, EACH $100-$300, and there is NO discernible difference except for displays. I bought a Skycaddie GPS when they first came out years ago, then a Garmen, and then a fancy Bushnell because of better displays and information. Gave them all away. If you want to spend unnecessary money, go right ahead. Is this app restricted to the USA only as I’m in New Zealand? tony@CIC 1 Quote I’m a hacker who loves nothing more than to change how I play, be that grips shafts and heads its all fair game lol… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saz0418 Posted April 26, 2022 Share Posted April 26, 2022 Look at the rangefinder on Amazon described as "AILEMON 6X Golf Range Finder, 1000/1200 Yard Laser RangeFinder with Slope Switch, Scan, Flagpole Lock, and Speed Function, Tournament Legal Golf Rangefinder." It's $70! It does slope. It charges via USB (micro usb). I have literally charged it, like, once or twice a year-- and I play 2 or 4 times a week. The battery life is amazing. I had a bushnell and a couple of other off brands and this works as good as anything I have used. It locks on... it vibrates... it rarely misreads to background objects. It just works. tony@CIC 1 Quote ---------- PIng G410, 10.5 set at 9.5/ Cleveland 3+ Hy-wood (18*) / Titleist 915 7w / Callaway XR 4h / Tour Edge HL-4 5h / Mizuno JPX-921 Hot Metal 7i - GW / Tommy Armour 845 CB wedges (52, 56*). Ping Sigma 2 Fetch Putter. SkyTrak in the Garage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tschott Posted April 26, 2022 Share Posted April 26, 2022 On 5/25/2020 at 7:12 AM, fozcycle said: Try MGGolf’s rangefinder(2 models) both for under $120. I have one (MG600S) and it works great. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy I've been looking at them. Do you have the one with the digital readout on the side? they were offering it for $109 Quote Driver-Sub70 849D 3 wood-Sub70 939X 5 wood-Callaway Rogue 4 hybrid-Tour Edge EXS 220 irons-Sub70 699 V2 irons wedges-Sub70 JB wedges, 50, 54, 58 putter-Sub 70 FN 001 with Evenroll Gravity Grip Ball-OnCore Elixir Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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