Bosch GLM 50C Laser Measurement Review

[@onedude1161]

Just bought my first house, and so naturally I have a billion ideas of things I want to do. A measuring tape, as you mentioned is next to impossible to use alone. This review was amazing, and helped me decide to go with this unit. In-fact, it is under 100$ right now on amazon, while still 149.99 at Lowes! Thanks for the great video!

[@terrybowles3782]

Thought the video was in good focus, also purchased this product today. The video was extremely helpful. Keep up the good work. Thank you.

[@extremewoodworker]

Thanks Terry.

[@simonmortiz7428]

DOWN TO EARTH PERSON, VERY WELL UNDERSTOOD VIDEO, AND YOU 'RE RIGHT ABOUT READING THE NUMBERS ON DISPLAY SCREEN AWESOME TOOL LASER

[@THESHOMROM]

Excellent demonstration. Better than in store.

[@SomeGuyInSandy]

I just bought one, and have been playing with the smart phone app... Pretty amazing. It's going to make field measurements for my estimates a breeze!

[@sandrinericordeau1388]

Nice design, works well and very easy to set up.

[@sking3646]

Great video, thanks for the review

[@neilweegee6399]

Great review Thank You Steve.

[@extremewoodworker]

Thanks Neil.

[@DonlineUK]

Thanks, good review

[@macarus.u]

Das-ist fantastish!!!

[@giridharannatarajan7806]

Is it possible to measure horizontal angle?

[@ckexploreindia]

no i tried... it can't

[@FrancisFarrell-i4k]

How does one measure furniture? Thanks

[@earljklec1684]

Great info thanks

[@Trainingatwify]

I have a quick question, whats the minimum area which can be measured by this device?

[@aviatortrucker6198]

I should’ve showed how do you place the tool on the bench when you did the remote dimensions so we can see how it is set up on the bench to measure.

[@ray_fishin]

Can the device view by metrics or in metres?

[@trevorfraites316]

I bought this because I am an architect and also real estate appraiser. I am now thinking that I bought the wrong item as it does not have a type of measurement that’s called Pythagorean (my Stanley laser had). In order to get that measurement using this Bosch I would have to use one of the targets that’s received in the box, which takes more time to do that particular measurement. Can you tell me if it’s there and how do I find it?

[@TechOutsider]

have you used the targets yet? Are they magnetic? Thanks for the detailed review.

[@extremewoodworker]

+TechOutsider I haven't used the targets. They are not magnetic and appear to have an adhesive on the back.

[@TechOutsider]

+ExtremeWoodworker Thank you sir!

[@brianpat7087]

Which device has the accurate measurements?

[@6200man1]

I am looking to purchase this unit for one purpose only, and that is a space depth measurement to grain from above the grain. You had indicated that by turning the unit to the right, the screen with rotate right, and by turning the device to the left, the screen will rotate to the left. My question is this... if you rotate the unit upside down to measure the dept of a space, will the screen rotate to read correctly when the laser is pointing down?

[@extremewoodworker]

Yes, when you point the unit down, the display reading is rightside up.

[@Trainingatwify]

I have purchased Leica Disto D2 and returned because my expectation did not match. What guys do you say if we compare Leica Disto D2 to Bosch GLM 50C? which one is good? Please share your suggestions.

[@randygouhn5843]

You got amazing hands. Love the video. #keepthemcumming.

[@colmeda]

Thanks my friend, I just bought one, I have a few questions but after watching the video I’m set 💪🏼 good info.

[@wtbiv73]

Thank you for the great review.

[@allxtrainer]

Hi does this unit do indirect measuring ?

[@extremewoodworker]

+jericho das Yes, it does indirect measurements.

[@skrasel6508]

I am wondering if show how to change unit

[@manualdoprojetistadeplanej4434]

Essa trena salva as medidas tiradas para que eu possa gerar um relatório por exemplo?

[@mohmmadrafiq1961]

I am affraid...does it work well in bright sunny light and clear bright daylight... Please reply

[@extremewoodworker]

It will take a measurement in bright sunlight however, the laser pointer is very difficult to see beyond about 10 feet.

[@mohmmadrafiq1961]

@@extremewoodworker then what is the wayout to overcome this...

[@loopetimmy]

@@mohmmadrafiq1961 laser glasses my friend. www.amazon.co.uk/Red-Laser-Enhancement-Glasses-Adjustable/dp/B075XC8588/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1553120750&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=laser+enhancing+glasses&dpPl=1&dpID=415o3hQ3ICL&ref=plSrch

[@jmontoya1677]

Good video has anyone ever told you you sound like Ron Swanson?

[@timd9430]

5:53 Sure would be nice if these multibillion companies were smart enough to make one that simply does "everything" for "reasonable" cost. I.e. measure distance PLUS vertical angles at the SAME time and show BOTH readings at the same time. Same for horizontal azimuth readings. Go ahead, and allow Bluetooth export of 3D points also. Phones these days can do this, but missing the the long distance laser Time of Flight (ToF) portion. (Yes Apple iPhone 12 and iPad Pro has LiDAR, but not long distance). Yeah, yeah, you can do this with a Leica S910. $$$$. Or a Total Station. $$$$$

[@larsyoutube6837]

Seams as one of the most price-worthy of the big brands. But is missing two neat features that e.g. Leica x310 has. First, a time delay, e.g. you have a tricky place to measure from (e.g. stretching out from a scaffold), hit the button aim carefully and it takes 5 seconds (or whatever you have set) until it measures. By that you avoid that the button press moves the device, on long distances that could be plentiful. The GLM Bluetooth remote could be used but that is a two-hand operation and that is not always possible. Second, GLM 50 only have one length on “stake out”, x310 has two, you can have one distance on the first and then make the further stake out with another distance. Handy for stake out wall studs where e.g. the first gap are less than the ordinary CC.

[@tomprovan6817]

Thanks for the video I like you need to see the numbers. I have the glm20 cant read it . Seems just what I am looking for. I am a carpenter just wondered if there is a 90 degree target you could put on a 2x4 and use instead of a tape? On another review it says the large size numbers go to smaller numbers after initial use is that true?

[@admin8398]

nice review

[@johnhaller2273]

What type of device are you using Android or IOS? I downloaded the IOS app for my IPAD and it does not look the same as what you show in the video, a lot less functionality. I am trying to trouble shoot this. My original reason for purchasing the GLM-50C was to be able to remotely measure with the app, like you show. With the IOS app you have to press the button on the unit to measure anything.

[@extremewoodworker]

Hi John - I feel some of the same frustration since upgrading to the iPhone 6s 3 months ago. The video was made using an Android device (HTC One) that was 3 years old. I like the app and function much better on the Android than the iPhone. The Bluetooth synch was also much better on the Android. It could be just my relative unfamiliarity with the iPhone but after 3 months, I the iPhone app and also develop an app for Windows based tablets.

[@johnhaller2273]

I tried it on an Android device Samsung TAB A and all the goodies are there. For some reason Bosch built the app different in IOS. Maybe Bosch will update the IOS app, but until then it will be the TAB A. What is annoying is that I could not get a straight answer from Bosch customer service. they could save people a lot of headaches, but what is nice is that we users end up helping each other. thanks for the support.

[@pitifonseca]

Does it have a inclinometer? or there is a solution?

[@extremewoodworker]

+Paula Fonseca It does have an inclinometer. Starting at about 5:55 in the video shows that feature.

[@pitifonseca]

Thanks

[@choppergirl]

I want to mount one on my ultralight aircraft and measure distance to ground, for landings or flying low to the ground or water surface. I need to be pointing it straight down at the moving grass and ground beneath, and have the screen rotated so it's right side up for viewing. It would be nice if they measurement would take up the full screen for easy viewing for 5ft away

[@extremewoodworker]

It does have a continuous readout mode. Steve

[@_emanmodnar]

Can the device put the measurements directly in for instance a Excel or Notepad over Bluetooth? (Without using the Bosch-app!)

[@kubectlgetpo]

How did you measure the length of the workbench? I wish you showed where the laser hit? With a tape measure you would hook he end of the table, but how do you do it with a laser?

[@extremewoodworker]

+0x5347 I snugged up a block of wood in the ell section of the tail vise to use as a laser target.

[@usmoove67]

I do field measure work. I always carry sticky notes with me for situations where I don't have something to bounce the laser off.

[@anilkumarsharma1205]

will this camera take picture as usual or taking proportional ratio so it calculated the measurement of actual picture by calculations of pixels density one inch pixels in photo equal to how many times of actual object

[@csb65536]

How do you get this thing to measure in feet and inches not decimal!!

[@me4870]

So I do like this unit but it's only in the 32s not in inches and I'm an interior trimmer I only use a tape measure to measure so I need inches

[@couchdonkey]

How do you change the units of measurement?

[@timucinpusat3518]

Hİ, I have two questions. 1. Does Bosch PLR 50 C has all the functions that Zamo 3 set has? Which one do you suggest for home user?

[@anilkumarsharma1205]

will it measuring the 1 2 mm also like in field of pipeline where inside diameter and outside diameter and oval shape pipe are to be measured

[@christopherh2370]

I bought the GLM50c and downloaded the app and I found that using it inside where it's not so bright, it has its uses. The app is severely limited and it doesn't allow for walls with a radius nor are you allowed to move more than one object at a time. And heaven forbid if you have a house that is larger than the limited screen size, (you can only zoom out a limited amount. Better make sure the item you are measuring fits before you go to far and then you're stuck.) Outside on a normal sunny day it blows monkey chunks. Can't see the laser past 15' in sunlight. Great idea but very lacking for me for field use. Thank you for the video though. I appreciate the information.

[@da1cru1]

I saw your comment about using this outside, and yeah, it sux. I got it when it was the top of the line, now they have one for about $250 that has same plus extra features but says indoor/outdoor where this is now marked interior only.... just to let you know if you use outside all day.

[@carnifaxken]

I measure roofs for a living. How well would this work when I'm on the roof to measure squares?

[@SDavid-me8ie]

Is there a difference between Bosch GLM 50C, ver. 165' Bosch GLM 50C Blaze Professional Bluetooth Laser Distance Measure Tools! is there a function differences??

[@truethinker68]

is it able to measure only in inches? example 215" 1/4 not ft/in

[@extremewoodworker]

Hi Juan - yes, it will measure in inches with fractions as in your example. It s very easy to change.

[@truethinker68]

+ExtremeWoodworker Thank you. I am a tile installer so that function would really be handy when doing layouts.

[@surajkumarnaik2480]

hey i want to buy this product.Just wanted to know that i wanna measure length and width of a rooftop, then at that sunlight time can it measure accurately ?

[@extremewoodworker]

The only problem I have had when measuring is difficulty seeing the laser pointer in bright sunlight. When on target, it will make the measurement accurately. On a roof, you will need to use a target as it does need a surface to reflect off of. Steve

[@aneudysolivo8753]

@@extremewoodworker there are a special red glasses that help to visualize the dot in those cases when being in the outdoor with the sun in full power. Works great as a complement to the laser

[@andreasschmidt6007]

What's its battery life? Is it the same as the Bosch PLR 50 C? (users on amazon claims it last only from 20 to 30 measurements before replacing the batteries.)

[@extremewoodworker]

I have taken several hundred measurements since purchasing this 9 months ago and I am still on the original batteries. The battery gauge still shows full. I don't use it every day or all day long but the battery life seems more than acceptable to me.

[@andreasschmidt6007]

Ok you almost convinced me not to buy an old Leica D2, what about precision? Diagonals? From a corner to another is it accurate? This kind of measurement is fundamental in longimetric survey.

[@extremewoodworker]

Andreas Schmidt The manufacturer claims accurate to 1/16" and my spot checks on shorter distances (8-10 ft) seem to confirm that. Measruements are repeatable so the precision seems on. I am not familiar with longimetric survey so I am not qualified to answer the question on that.

[@andreasschmidt6007]

To put it simple, a plan is an horizontal section seen from above and taken at 1,20 m from the planking level (around 47 inches). Now, to an unprofessional level, it is common to believe a building is made of straight walls (both horizontally and vertically) at fixed angles (90° or similar). Which may be in part true for modern buildings, but since rooms aren't perfect rectangles or squares (even the best mason in history can't be that precise) the best way to get a knowledge of a building with longimetric survey (at least for the simpliest job: in which the walls you're going to measure are straight, and you have only straight lines) is to split the room in triangles. Geometrically speaking, a triangle is non-deformable: if you know the 3 leghts, you know at what angles draw a line (on paper or autocad). So, I wondered if this instrument can take a good measure from a corner to another (ultrasound rules can't, for example). Thak you for your time anyway.

[@MarekLewandowski_EE]

@@andreasschmidt6007 i know you question is ages old, but for those still looking for an answer: yes, it's good enough. To get better you need a total station and a bit bigger budget to boot

[@anilkumarsharma1205]

do something in it which enabled it to take dimensions of pipe like structure

[@mohmmadrafiq1961]

Does it work easily in open fields aswell...

[@YouTube_Nr.1]

Great review. How much did you pay if I may ask?

[@extremewoodworker]

As I recall, it was $149 +tax. Steve

[@smehics9813]

Does the function "Indirect height measurement" as like the function "Indirect length measurement" work, if the angle of measurement exceed 60 degree (e.g. if the angle of inclination is 70 - 80 degrees or more)? Because I come across some posts on forums, for the GLM 80, that if the angle of inclination exceed 60 degree the laser automaticaly turns off. So I was wondering to know if the same thing happens with the GLM 50C! Test it and let us know :) Best regards

[@extremewoodworker]

I checked this up to 79 degrees and it works fine. I don't use indirect heigfht measurements very often. There have been a number of questions about this so maybe a video on the three indirect measurements is in order. It would be a lot more useful to me if it did horizontal indirect measurements.

[@sovanphoumerysun259]

doest it work in metric ???

[@extremewoodworker]

+Sovanphoumery Sun Yes, you can change the units to metric. It also has several options for how the dimensions are displayed.

[@sovanphoumerysun259]

thanks you so much sir for your reply, sir !!!! :-)

[@gulzarahmadkhan8410]

how much is this

[@MikeMessiah]

Wait, is he using the original HTC One S ?? How old is this video?????

[@thiagoeloyoparada435]

good review...bad quality video...2015 and you use 480p???

[@extremewoodworker]

+Thiago Eloyo Parada Yeah, this sounds like something my son would tell me. What can I say, I am stuck with a 2005 camera in 2015. Any suggestions for a better camera would be appreciated.

[@ronh9384]

ExtremeWoodworker Steve, the "New Brit Workshop" on KZbin has done some reviews on the video cameras he has used for his KZbin videos. If I recall they were available stateside as well.

[@mm-xk7pg]

@@extremewoodworker smart phone

[@anilkumary1107]

Its good

[@balasubramaniyam3003]

Actually I have purchased the product of Bosch digital measuring instruments. Professional GM 500 - 50 meter, but it's not measurable more than 6 meter so how can use . If it's more than 7 meter it shows error indication . Can anyone help me regarding to the same.

[@Arq.Diego.Lijeron]

hello I wanna buy a Bosch GLM 50C Laser Measurement from the US to Bolivia, but in the US use Inches and not meters, can I set up the device from Inches to meters? I cant found that information nowhere.

[@extremewoodworker]

Hi Diego. Yes it does have meters and others. You may want to check the update in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZfUl2yDZp6ehZY Steve

[@Arq.Diego.Lijeron]

ExtremeWoodworker thank you so much, I appreciated it.

[@yaketyjak]

Aw. This is why the internet is so cool :)

[@miranda_585]

ola puede ser subtitulado en castellano ? gracias

[@ddunn98]

Im a Realtor and always measure every room in homes that I list - do you HAVE to take a photo of something to take a bluetooth measurement? Or can I go room to room and measure LxW and send it to the phone for later reference? Is there a way to label each LxW? Such as 12x12 is Room 1, 10x11 is Room 2....etc?

[@extremewoodworker]

+Roflz Smith You do not have to take a photo and can name measurements.

[@samd6830]

Every things okay, but Laser does not have Decimal inch, I don't know why?

[@andraskiss8098]

This is future, we still use tape 3seconds and know how wide my table.

[@felipezxp]

Hi, Do you know Whats is the diference to the GLM 50 CX ?

[@extremewoodworker]

Sorry, after looking at the specs for both, I can't tell what the difference is.

[@thomaswojnicki5020]

id tags

[@mikeokizichy]

X

[@bgowner781]

How would you measure the angle in degrees of a bow window outside a house horizontally? Can do up and down but can't figure out side to side.

[@extremewoodworker]

I am not aware of any hand held laser measurement device that will measure angles on a non-vertical plane. Laser scanning devices can do this but that is mucho $

[@satan3090]

Craftsman has a tiny one for 20 bucks good up to 40ft

[@fredkloster7895]

"your typewriter will fill it out???

[@maler771]

Or even to metric, such a odd measurement system, whe would you even do that

[@2HAMMERS1]

I live in Quebec Canada USA is the only place on earth that is not using Metric. If you were to take a measurement in Inches THEN re-measure the same place in Metric, you'll find that metric is more accurate. Try it, you'll be happy you did - { in that - Cat in the hat voice }. LOL

[@ALESSANDROSORRENTINO]

where is the app?

[@mapi5882]

I actually purchased this last night. Playing with it it is "cool" but not impressed with the features. I feel like each feature should work PROPERLY or else why put it in the tool. The "level" feature needs work- it will give two different reading depending on the side/edge you use. The "indirect" messing feature is groovy to say the least... I'll see is anything else if funky in a few days...

[@lol_u_wut]

it says somewhere in the manual that the left side of the device is used for the reference point when doing inclination measurements, so when you have it on the right side, it thinks its upside down

[@toddkotsifas174]

Stop buying cheap tape measures and buy a Stanley fatmax , has the best stand out. Compared to any other!

[@drewbush6535]

app is not easy for dummies. i find it a nightmare with the app.

[@extremewoodworker]

Hi Drew,. After that video was made, I upgraded to the iPhone and the Bosch app for the Android was much better than it is for the iPhone. Steve

[@styleplague]

Agree.. All is pretty terrible.

[@anilkumarsharma1205]

if it gives me actual measurement of pipe like outer diameter, inner diameter and thickness of pipe so it becomes a very useful tool for world wide iron scrap market

[@oumarnonkane8911]

super on gagne du temps

[@oumarnonkane8911]

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[@Ricardo-nb6zc]

vc fala muito po, vá direto ao assunto.

[@brettrobertson5524]

It was a fair review but if your going to publish video's it seems to me you would want to learn how to focus the camera rather than give excuses through the whole thing.

[@hosseinakbarabadi8717]

really bad qullity

[@ROBERTELECTRIC1]

To much unnecessary talking. Just go to product review.

[@fpv_drones_fun]

Poor quality video

[@BlackPete...]

Man... What an insanely long-winded and slow way to measure something. I was interested in buying one until I saw this video.

[@extremewoodworker]

FLASH NEWS ALERT - KZbin has a useful feature that shows the length of the video. If you believe it is too long, don't watch it.

[@barryconnolly7324]

Unusable: it displays 1/32 inch increment only..Quick what's 25/32nds? You can't change it to round to 1/16ths. No one in the construction world measures to 1/32 except for cabinet makers who don't use lasers. 99.9 % of users will find this frustrating-- Besides the fact that it's only accurate to 1/16th so what's the point in showing 32nds??? I measure houses all day and find this unusable. The large numbers are great and all other usability is good, but they need to allow us to round up to 1/16ths.

[@Viralclown]

Barry Connolly really??? Here in oz we use metric and always go down to 1mm which is 1/32

[@Mekhanic1]

1/25.4

[@SDavid-me8ie]

Is there a difference between Bosch GLM 50C, ver. 165' Bosch GLM 50C Blaze Professional Bluetooth Laser Distance Measure Tools! is there a function differences??

[@oumarnonkane8911]

super on gagne du temps

[@oumarnonkane8911]

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[@oumarnonkane8911]

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[@oumarnonkane8911]

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