Shot Scope PRO L1 Laser Rangefinder - Red and Black Optics - Adaptive Slope Technology - Target-Lock Vibration - Accurate to 0.1 Yard

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There are two main modes available, as well as a third that doesn't really seem to have much purpose but can nevertheless be quite fun. The first (M1) is a scanning mode that displays distances almost instantly and will change as you scan the fairway, green, hazards etc. This is useful for when you need to know how far you need to carry the ball over a lake, or to lay up short of a bunker etc. The TecTecTec VPro500 is exactly what you may expect from a no-frills, budget-friendly golf rangefinder. However, when you look at the important things, like accuracy, usability, durability, and overall value, TecTecTec Vpro500 earns a spot on this list. Accuracy

What we like about the GolfBuddy Laser Lite is that there is not much that you will have to give up on; the product has everything the average golfer and even lower handicapper needs to perform on the course. Maybe the best way to look at the Shot Scope PRO L1 rangefinder is that it’s an example of a known company launching a product while the others are examples of products launching a company. Nikon has an impressive history and reputation when it comes to lenses and visual technology. The Nikon Coolshot capitalizes on that to get golfers some extra precision and accuracy on the golf course. If optics are your concern, this is a great rangefinder to consider. Accuracy On one hand, it’s the latest entry in the growing field of high-featured yet modestly priced rangefinders. On the other, the Shot Scope PRO L1 is a touchpoint for a deeper and more interesting conversation. You therefore need to decide which suits you best. Ordinarily I would have always chosen the watch option but there is a lot to be said for the extra accuracy that range finders bring to the table. Having both is definitely an advantage when it comes to lowering your score.X6 magnification means that when looking through the PRO L1, the lens magnifies the target 6 times. E.g. it will make a flag 150 yards away look as clear and visible as a flag only 25 yards away. For many golfers, all they need from a range finder is an accurate measurement to the pin. You get that and a bit more on top with this offering from Shot Scope. Similar to the other models on our list, the Shot Scope Pro L1 is rather compact in size and allows you to operate with just one hand. Do not attempt to disassemble, modify, re-manufacture or damage the device. Please send to Shot Scope Technologies Ltd for repair. To top things off the Shot Scope comes in a sturdy carry case with a zip and an easy access elasticated hook. Overall, the Shot Scope scores near-perfect marks for usability – better than many top of the range products. Value

What do you do when you’ve become the leader in your chosen category? If you’re Shot Scope, you seek out a new category to lead. With the three targeting modes, Standard, Scan, and Pin, you can really help yourself scan the horizon off the tee and then narrow in on the target using Pin Finder mode into the green. Comparing the two is not really fair considering the Shot Scope comes in at less than half the cost of the Garmin and is understandably not going to fare well in any direct head to head comparison. Yet it is only human nature to compare and when certain features I’d started to take for granted with the Z82 were suddenly not available, I’ll admit to feeling a little disappointed initially.

Conclusion

In addition, there is a scan mode on the Nikon that works a bit differently than other models. With the 8-second continuous measurement scan, you will be able to move your rangefinder around and see the measurements change as you scroll over different areas. Nikon makes it easy to trust their product; with strong customer support and a tremendous reputation, this is a rangefinder that you can feel confident will get you through several years of golf. Of course the most resourceful thing to do would have been to just google the solution as soon as the problem occurred, but hindsight is a wonderful thing! The Adaptive Slope Technology readout is a little different. You turn Slope on or off using a toggle switch on the left side of the unit. When it’s on, the PRO L1 main readout will be standard horizontal distance. You’ll see the adjusted slope distance in the lower part of the screen in a much smaller font. In addition, you’ll also see a readout giving you the incline or decline angle percentage.

The magnetic case is a nice feature. Many premium rangefinders have a magnetic body; this Laser Lite model has a magnetic case. The GolfBuddy Laser Lite is a compact rangefinder that fits easily in the palm of your hand. You will have no trouble feeling as though you have control of the unit as you hunt down your pin. Perhaps the most crucial feature of the GolfBuddy Laser Lite is the slope functionality. The accuracy of a laser rangefinder is talked about at length. However, the view through the scope is not often brought up quite as much. If you can’t clearly see the numbers that the rangefinder comes up with, how accurate can it be? For the record, the fix was actually quite simple; hold down the mode button until it toggles between yards and metres.The rangefinder applies 905nm laser, which is the same as the sunlight 905 band wavelength. If the sunlight is very bright and glaring, it can interfere with the light returning and reduce the measurement distance.

Many golfers have rangefinders in place from eight or nine years ago. Technology has changed slightly, and the newer units from budget rangefinder manufacturers should last just as long and have slightly improved accuracy. The bottom line is that laser technology, scopes, and visual accuracy have gotten less expensive to manufacture and more advanced, especially in the last few years. Summary Overall the features of this rangefinder will mimic any of the top models on the market and surpass some. Usability Accuracy can be very dependent on the stability of the rangefinder that you have in your hand. The Nikon Coolshot 20i GII is not the most stable rangefinder in the Nikon lineup. This budget-friendly model offers a clear view and rapid-fire measurements when trying to collect a lot of information at once. The build quality is good, but it feels like you’re paying a little extra for the name. Golf Insider verdict Shot Scope have produced a laser that provides all the basics you would expect from a product in its price range but that also has a couple of handy extras you generally would not get at that price point.Although some cheaper models will have slope, this slope cannot be turned on and off and accuracy levels tend to drop. What is the cheapest rangefinder that will work well? GolfBuddy suggests the Aim L10V is accurate within a yard and has an 880-yard range. In testing, we found this model lives up to that claim within 200-yards and gives near identical yardages compared to the top of the range products on the market (±1 yard). When it comes to usability in these budget golf rangefinders, there is good news and bad news. The good news is that because of the limited features that you will find; the rangefinders become quite easy to use. The bad news is that they can sometimes be a little harder to work with when getting yardages over the 150-yard mark. To be able to clearly see the target you are looking to find, the optics of a rangefinder are vital. Sometimes with a budget golf rangefinder, it is hard to find a model that will help you narrow in on the target. However, the optics on the TecTecTec Vpro500 are really clear, with great adjustability on the zoom and focus. In addition to the rangefinder, you also get an excellent carrying case that you can attach to the outside of your golf bag for easier access.