Leupold RX 1600i Review: It's our all-time favorite rangefinder

[@anthonymorris4277]

Hey guys, great review but I wanted to point out according to Leupold's own video on this rangefinder, it's 100% waterproof. It's not like them to make anything that isn't! I just wish their warranty was better than 2 years on these electronics. Also I think the CR2 batts are a necessity for this power rangefinder. You'd need 2 AAs to get the 3V required and consequently sacrifice size and weight while also having less battery life. Food for thought! I Really liked the video, thanks!

[@ryanevers7563]

Also AA batteries would corrode and ruin the rangefinder.

[@wookinpanub18]

On page 5 of the user manual, "The RX-1600i TBR/W is waterproof."

[@rperry70]

I found that my RX 1400i would get a false read, but I think it picked another item, so I would just click on it a couple few times. I just filled a pronghorn tag using it and all I can say is these are indispensable. Not sure I would have been successful without it. To know exactly how far the game is along with the exact capabilities of your rifle is a game changer from the past.

[@tonesmith909]

Holy crap what a great review from people who ACTUALLY hunt! Upvote x 10,000!

[@adarngoodjoe4043]

I purchased a Leupold RX-1400i TBR/W for $200 (November 2021). My owners manual says its waterproof and claims the typical maximum range is 1,400 yds (reflective target), 1200 yds (trees), or 950 (deer sized animals). It ranges instantly.

[@jorgecampos2643]

How does it measure to this one you think? Is it worth the extra $170?

[@walderman55]

@@jorgecampos2643 the people want to know

[@dgreenapple]

Great analysis. Thank you. Leupold is a great product across its line. Their products are well designed, built and supported. Great company.

[@tenring5414]

Thanks for the video I bought this range finder after your review

[@trentonamerman9234]

Did it last you?

[@troypowders4312]

I got the 1400i and I’ve ranged stuff almost 1500 yards

[@roboticbulldog]

CR2's are used for power reasons as others have said, but they also don't vent! Could you imagine losing your rangefinder due to battery acid leaking? Not me, I'll take cr2 batteries any day

[@rickhofmeister2125]

Love your videos and convinced me to buy this, that being said video on Leupold website says 100% waterproof

[@fontainejr22]

I've always been a fan of leupold and still love their scopes for hunting but I'm not sure I want this rangefinder. Reason is I currently have an RX-1000i that the reticle has faded out on. Leupold told me it is not covered under warranty anymore so they won't cover it but they will sell me the 1600 for $235 I believe. Thing is I can spend $65 more dollars and get the Vortex Ranger 1800 and have their lifetime warranty. I like leupold but I may be jumping ship and heading to vortex.

[@j79meyerify]

Jason Fontaine you definitely can not beat the warranty they offer I just picked up some binoculars because of the vortex warranty

[@trevorkolmatycki4042]

Buy a spare CR2 battery. put it in a ziplock bag and stash it in your hunting fanny pack with your headlamp spare batteries. EZ PZ. If you have never worn a fanny pack hunting... you should definitely give it a try!

[@allencampora1225]

Pretty sure the reason all the manufacturers use the CR-2 batteries vs. AA is simply the voltage needs of a rangefinder. The CR-2 typically has about twice the voltage of a AA battery. BTW, thanks for a great video. I have to upgrade my old rangefinder and because of your video I just ordered a new RX-1600i.

[@helodriver20]

Just purchased one. So far I like it. A lot. 🇺🇸

[@trentonamerman9234]

How well did it work

[@ronjones5575]

That is my fav finder too! Please do a video no the best places to hunt in Idaho.

[@backfire]

Will do!

[@ralphpearson5420]

Hey guys, just talked with a tech at Leupold and he tells me that both the RX2800 and RX1600i are waterproof. Those were the only two models I enquired about out of their line. As to If this information is provided or not on or in the box is not known to me.

[@chocol8thunda]

Vortex Crossfire HD 1400 vs Leupold rx1400i. Will be my first rangefinder, and Infigured is like something mid range.

[@jadensamuelson]

What’d you end up going with?

[@chocol8thunda]

@@jadensamuelson haven't gotten one yet. Lol. Got side tracked with buying another rifle.

[@Hofstader007]

Is the 1600i the same as TBR/W version? The 1600i TBR/W is wateproof. They dont say anyting about wateproofing on their website except in the manual.

[@nicholaswillard9756]

Totally agree with the aa bat water proff is always great

[@austinthomsen7601]

You should do a review on the 1600 big brother the 2800.

[@grantdavies4282]

Good evening. Looking for some info please on the Leupold 1600 TBR/W ranger finder, is it blue tooth compatible with a Kestril and if so does it assist with allowing to program amo details into it which will assist in the accuracy of your shots? Thanks again for your channel and the info I’ve requested.

[@ortizlzitro]

you guys are super thorough! Thanks guys!

[@user-cl7mw5fs1f]

Any chance to test an Athlon Midas mile rangefinder and make a video?

[@richardjones990]

I always carry an extra CR-2 battery in my RF dedicated soft case. Good review of this RF.

[@backfire]

Good idea. I should start doing that.

[@huntmasterjames]

The carrying case that my leupold 800 came in has a extra space for spare battery, not sure if the 1600 case has one.

[@glozaeta]

I've been eyeballing this for months... after your vid was all set to pull the trigger but only now occurred to me to read reviews... there seems to be quite a few complaints about the lifespan and warranty. Now I'm fence-sitting again.

[@backfire]

You definitely can't beat the Vortex warranties which is one reason to pick the Ranger over this one. But in a side by side test, at least for initial functionality, there was really no comparison between them, the Leupold was the solid winner. For most hunters, though, either option will probably do the job. So if you're good with the capabilities of the Ranger and want durability and a rock solid warranty, I'd go with the Vortex Ranger.

[@tylervanwormer8302]

The vortex you will need the warranty with every product they offer. Complete Chinese junk. Wouldn't take their products if they were given to me

[@jlastre]

I bought one today. Got it on clearance for $260. Woohoo

[@backfire]

Nicely done!

[@jlastre]

Backfire should be coming today. Midway had 3 real tree left after I bought one. ‘‘Twas cheaper then black

[@backfire]

Hey, that's a great deal! I'd take it in just about any color. Except neon pink... I think I'd pay extra to get it in something other than neon pink ;)

[@mbords120]

Is the 1400 the exact same, just 200 yards less? Having troubles getting the 1600 in my area of Canada

[@SEAKPhotog]

Info on Amazon says it's waterproof 😉

[@gl4evah]

Even there 45 sec video says 100% waterproof kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2WZd6WIjL9sr8U

[@bedlamite42]

Leupold's website says it's waterproof.

[@faryldaryl3975]

I CANNOT BELIEVE that you didn't mention, in this or the 8-fer, what the "TDR/W" stands for. I bought one based on your reviews, expecting something that would give me a distance reading. Holy shit it has all kinds of ballisitcalizational functions and pre-sets for different loads and angle effective distances and wind corrections and a bunch of other stuff that I needed a few hours with the manual to figure out how to use and still haven't mastered. (True Ballistic Range/Wind)

[@BrendonWBrown]

4 years after the review, and it's still doesn't fail to suprise. Head to Palmetto for their Leupold BX-1 bundle deal - max savings gang.

[@faryldaryl3975]

@@BrendonWBrownPSA always seems to have some great deals, but since I already got mine.. 'sides, at this time it's out of stock. I was tempted by a used one on the Bay of E that was up for something like $280, but at my local Cabela's I got a nice fresh one for $270 with the mil discount. (Two thumbs up for them BTW, their discount is 10% and it applies to all vets, not just active/retired like a lot of places.) I've ranged stuff with the Leupold thru a window out to ~500 yds, and thru a screen ~1300 yds. My only complaint is that the ballistics options don't include M/XM193 out of a 16" barrel, I spoze cuz the list is hunting oriented.

[@douglyons9055]

Picked this up yesterday at Cabela’s for 300, I think it was on sale. Can’t wait to take it out bow hunting!

[@backfire]

Nice find!

[@speedfingers1234]

It's back on sale right now for $299!

[@NathanielLocklear-s2h]

Dang i’m balling on an budget i can’t afford that even if it’s on sale.

[@JBGecko13yt]

Amazon = 100% waterproof, fog-proof, 2 year warranty

[@jackk4362]

You guys are amazing.keep Up the great work

[@Dimitrius001]

Came across this review by accident and I coincidentally just bought one of these. Makes me confident I made the right choice.

[@goodboyringo9716]

What would be better the Leupold RX 1600i vs the RX 2800 , the rx 2800 is water proof and about the same price.

[@kavasia4376]

Keep up the great content

[@ginger1r1]

I went to amazon and the ratings were good, but then went to bass pro and found that the reviews are so bad that they appear to have dropped the price by 100 bucks. Any thoughts? Have the lights dimmed? Are you still satisfied? If so I would like to pick one up. Just don't want to get stuck with a lemon. Thanks, enjoy your vids.

[@backfire]

Mine’s still working great. I found that the guys at the counter have rarely looked through many rangefinders except in the store and base their recommendations on what sells the most and anecdotes from a handful of customers. Leupold has a good warranty but if you’re worried about getting a lemon, I’d recommend getting the Vortex. Their warranty is unbeatable and lasts as long as you have the optic.

[@speedfingers1234]

$299 on cabelas right now.

[@tonymartinez3434]

Did you guys try ATN's range finder?

[@slideuride]

The only bad about leupold rangefinder is that the display goes dim and eventually the display disappears. They do that so that after 2 years you have to buy a new one

[@wrawrer]

Case: Horrible Warranty: Horrible Worked somewhat well until shortly after the warranty was up. The display began to fade from the edges inward over time, until there was only a small section of one of the crosshair arrows visible. Leupold said the displays were known to go bad over time and they simply offered a discount on a new one. Why on earth would I buy a replacement product with a known flaw that would just go bad again over time?

[@CZOV]

AA batteries wont last as long as CR2 or provide consisten power. 18635 are another solution but they are a bit larger and not needed for simple range finder unless it is a binocular with digital stabilization etc. AA is the worst solution of all. I use 2 Sigs, Kilo 800 for short ranges (0-400) yrds and Kilo 2000 for sniping 400+. Perfectly happy with both aldo K800 is a bit outdated now, K1000 may be better choice these days. I hear Leupold RX2800 is great as well, but a bit pricy.

[@Elfin4]

Can you do a comparison with a comparable Leica ranger please.

[@Elfin4]

@Reel-Lentless Thanks for the heads up...

[@TheCoolbreeze45]

Any issues with the 2800.com. Heard that model had no kinks

[@anonymous_friend]

Reel-Lentless which model of your buddies do you like most?

[@knguye11]

USA made?

[@rossmara8377]

Never mind the batter cap 🙄 No one mentioning the TBR function, and how it’s only based on 200 and 300 yard zeros. Who zeros at 300???? Why not include the most common distance of 100 yards???

[@inalaska1709]

I agree. I know many hunters will zero at 200, not sure why, but all the long range shooters I know zero at 100. What was wrong with the simple trig that other brands use to give an approximate true range.

[@brettlandon8624]

Thanks

[@rogerpowers4174]

leupold has so much faith in the durability of their rangefinders that they offer a 2 year warranty !!!

[@bigheadmarkie]

LOL😆

[@safarigoo]

how far can it range a deer? I have a nikon rifle hunter 1000 and figured it would range a deer easily at 500, but it cant

[@davidblair5721]

I bought the 1300 for my archery hunts and love it! Particularly for its size. I have ranged out to 1000 yards plus with it in open country

[@glock271]

This unit is waterproof . Called Leupold.

[@bwarrior6340]

Love your vids however it would have been nice to go through the specs a bit like the reticle, does it have angle compensation etc.

[@magwamagwa45110]

So you are saying this is faster and longer than sig kilo 2400ABS? lets meet and compare..

[@elkhornpetersen1894]

What about the Leca range finder?

[@TheCoolbreeze45]

Elkhorn Petersen the Leica 2800.com is best under $5k. But is $1k so outside the price range of this review

[@stiofanw2203]

On the Leupold homepage it states that it is water proof

[@backfire]

Interesting. That claim is nowhere to be found on the packaging or actual device. Good to know.

[@bradgrant6706]

@@backfire it's in the manual as waterproof.

[@josearellano5778]

I saw you other video on all the range finders and I was surprised that both nikons the the pro staff and the monarch did very well did very well in their perspective category

[@commonsense5709]

I really like Leupold brand scopes but too bad their rangefinders only have a 2 year warranty because their electronics and all electronics regardless of brand will and do fail. They're disposable throw away electronics unless you buy Vortex, Burris, Athlon, Maven, Tract, maybe Primary Arms who have lifetime warranty on their electronics. Worst ones that are disposable throw away are SIG 5 years from date of manufacture NOT date of actual purchase might have zero or close to zero warranty left if it's already been sitting in a warehouse for 5 years before you bought it and Bushnell only one year on electronics including illuminated reticles in their scopes very few actually know about and not a lifetime warranty people think not even close and Bushnell doesn't seem to want to actually honor their warranty anyway see BBB gave Bushnell an F rating for screwing over way too many of their own customers not honoring their warranty and all the complaints that's been ongoing over the past decade Google search "Bushnell warranty complaints" and "Bushnell customer complaints" surprised they aren't already forced to shut down by now.

[@care3777]

Leupold says it is water proof!

[@chadcowman6293]

I don't see the 1600 anywhere just the 1400

[@Bo------]

It is specifically listed as 100% waterproof on their website

[@vannemocilac274]

What? Men? C’mon!

[@thinkingimpaired5663]

Thanks i wish i saw your video a few days ago. Trial and error brought me to the same conclusion. I so wanted the vortex and nikon to work, yet they were a big fail.

[@transformer889]

You don't know whom to believe, this rangefinder has the worst reviews on planet optics, Cabela's and others

[@bazzatazza1087]

That's what steered me clear of it. After watching these reviews I was all set to buy a Leupold 1600i but user reviews are unanimously bad. On the other hand, the ranger 1800 has stellar reviews everywhere else I look and for ease of mind they'll last my lifetime made it the clear winner. All that being said, leupold make fantastic optics as long as they leave the electronics out of them

[@speedfingers1234]

I just rolled the dice on it, $299 on cabelas right now. Called Leupold because they didn't have 450 Bushmaster listed on the ballistics group, they recommended group 16 because of the higher grain weight at a lower muzzle velocity.

[@troypowders4312]

Must be new to hunting. Everyone I know carries extra batteries

[@jeffersonsmith6109]

Is there a way I can keep these guys from showing up in my KZbin search results?

[@echofoxtrotwhiskey1595]

Lol, why?

[@brianclack9708]

Does it still work? 🤣

[@JAKOB1977]

I'm rolling in the dirt with the cheaper ones, but mine can do 3.359 billion meters, and yes "billion" with a freaking b. so 1600 yards, nahh c'mon.. Sadly my 3.359 billion meters are m3 meters. i.imgur.com/BQD5SN2.jpg but I do like all the features, and datalog, and color screen, and angle, height, scan, and all that jazz and also dig the decimal accuracy 10cm interval and it will take readings from as little as 2m, as most others are from +5m. but as stated cheaper-segment from 50 to a tad over 100 bucks (USD) imgur.com/a/FNnrkva testing them out head to head, as I'm fascinated by the tech, and see if I can debug the 905nm LD pulsing and perhaps elevate the wattage.

[@ctoth18]

It is waterproof

[@vazzo1976]

Maroon shirt guy is so camp