Has anyone tried Precision Pro Rangefinders w/ lifetime battery replacement

[pakman92 463]

I usually run through 2 or 3 CR2 batterie each year for the use of my range finder.  These batteries are darn expensive.  I think over a lifetime of a rangefinder (hopefully 10 year +), this can add up to ~$100.   I saw that a manufacture called Precision Pro Golf make rangefinders with lifetime battery replacement.   Does anyone own/tried rangefinders from this manufacturer?  

pakman92

[PMookie 17,323]

2 minutes ago, pakman92 said:

I usually run through 2 or 3 CR2 batteries for the use of my range finder.  These batteries are darn expensive.  I think over a lifetime of a rangefinder (hopefully 10 year +), this can add up to ~$100.   I saw that a manufacture called Precision Pro Golf make rangefinders with lifetime battery replacement.   Does anyone own/tried rangefinders from this manufacturer?  

pakman92

Easiest thing to do on here to find this type of information is to use the “search function”. I did this for you. I entered “Precision Pro”, and then I selected titles only, using all search words. There are 26 threads on Precision Pro.

https://forum.mygolfspy.com/search/?&q=Precision Pro&search_and_or=and&search_in=titles

[pakman92 463]

10 minutes ago, PMookie said:

Easiest thing to do on here to find this type of information is to use the “search function”. I did this for you. I entered “Precision Pro”, and then I selected titles only, using all search words. There are 26 threads on Precision Pro.

https://forum.mygolfspy.com/search/?&q=Precision Pro&search_and_or=and&search_in=titles

Thank You!  I searched for NX7 Pro.  I should have gone a step further and searched for Precision Pro.   Noob mistake and apologies

Thanks.

[Kanoito 3,088]

I think I've gotten 1 battery from them replaced... no issues whatsoever and the range finder is still going strong...

[EEZurg 116]

Battery replaced quickly once requested....

[tony@CIC 22,317]

I've had a  NX-9 for about 4 years - works perfectly. I get a battery annually and it comes within 3 days. 

[tiger168 0]

Use rechargeable CR2 batteries. It's a better solution, long term.

[appletonjim 26]

I've had mine for several years now and gotten the free replacement batteries a couple times. You need a serial number or something like that from the registered unit but then it is simple and the replacements come in an envelope in a few days.  Highly recommend Precision Pro !

[pakman92 463]

1 minute ago, appletonjim said:

I've had mine for several years now and gotten the free replacement batteries a couple times. You need a serial number or something like that from the registered unit but then it is simple and the replacements come in an envelope in a few days.  Highly recommend Precision Pro !

Thanks.  I will need to ask for replacement at least twice a year.  I wonder if there is a cap.  I'm gonna call their support and find out.

[oyamtr 1]

I use one of those magnetic straps around my rangefinder and seem to go through batteries (CR 2) once a month.  Anyone else have that issue?  Golf Buddy Rangefinder.

[Middler 3,584]

I got my NX7 Pro Slope in Jun 2020 so it's just over 18 months, I have been completely satisfied with it. I'm on my third battery and it still shows 3 bars (or whatever full is). For my first replacement battery I called PrecisionPro and they sent it, but the guy who answered said "you know you can just go buy one yourself." I didn't say it was urgent, so I thought it was odd (disingenuous?) he said that since they advertise lifetime battery replacement. I did just buy my third battery local, they’re not expensive - about $10 for 2 CR2-3V which I don’t consider “darned expensive” at all…

I don't know how many replacements/year they allow, probably deliberately not published, but this tells you what they predict for rangefinder battery life (from their website). I play 2-3 times/week and I'm getting more than "seven to nine months" FWIW.

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How long will the battery last? If you play one round of golf each week, the battery should last you seven to nine months. This can vary depending on how much you typically use a rangefinder during the round and if you store the rangefinder in a cold place.

[ChuckZ 224]

I have a Bushnell and my batteries last much longer than a year.  I have the ProXE and it has a magnetic for attaching to a cart.  Play three to four days a week and rely on mine.  

 

[pakman92 463]

I'm beginning to wonder if there is something wrong with mine.  I've replaced the battery 4 times now in last 2 years.  I play 2 round a week max and we have 4 months of snowy off season.  I currently have Bushnell Tour V3.

[BIG STU 10,360]

I did the original test here on  MGS of the Precision Pro rangefinder---- How ever long as it was ago mine is still going strong> did have to change the battery one time. A friend of mine gave me one. Precision Pro must have seen my comment on here because 2 weeks later one showed up here free of charge. They had my address on file since they had to send me one to test.

OP I would suggest comtacting Precision Pro because they are good people to work with

[funkyjudge 240]

I have the Precision Pro NX7 (non-slope) model, and did get one replacement battery from them after about 8 months of use. However, I no longer use that rangefinder because I don’t like how slow and inconsistent it is in locking on to a target, plus the graphics are next to impossible to see in any type of bright light. If I am going to use a laser rangefinder, it will definitely be my older Bushnell unit, which is faster, more accurate, and easier to use.

[tony@CIC 22,317]

16 hours ago, oyamtr said:

I use one of those magnetic straps around my rangefinder and seem to go through batteries (CR 2) once a month.  Anyone else have that issue?  Golf Buddy Rangefinder.

Don't have the issue with my NX-9 which has a magnet. I probably get 150 rounds out of a battery. 

[Mikedb26 9]

Amazon, I purchased a dozen for $12. Yes the battery price is ridiculous for those, especially at a corner pharmacy.  I did an over the phone interview a few years back with Precision, in reference to a survey I filled out.  It will probably be my next rangefinder if/when my Bushnell ever dies.  

[pakman92 463]

4 minutes ago, Mikedb26 said:

Amazon, I purchased a dozen for $12. Yes the battery price is ridiculous for those, especially at a corner pharmacy.  I did an over the phone interview a few years back with Precision, in reference to a survey I filled out.  It will probably be my next rangefinder if/when my Bushnell ever dies.  

I should buy a dozen and stop worrying about it.  I think I paid $7 for one after visiting two different pharmacies. 

[Middler 3,584]

57 minutes ago, pakman92 said:

I should buy a dozen and stop worrying about it.  I think I paid $7 for one after visiting two different pharmacies. 

Even $7 every 6-9 months for a rangefinder doesn’t seem “darned expensive” coming from someone who plays golf (green fees, cart fees, wagers, balls, gloves, tees, food & drink, etc.) Golf ain’t cheap no matter who you are…

[pakman92 463]

6 minutes ago, Middler said:

Even $7 every 6-9 months for a rangefinder doesn’t seem “darned expensive” coming from someone who plays golf (green fees, cart fees, wagers, balls, gloves, tees, food & drink, etc.) Golf ain’t cheap no matter who you are…

All too true.  I think I will probably consider precision pro when my trusty bushnell dies.