CHEAP GOLF LASER TESTED!!

[@Markpcomley]

Hello Neil. Based on this review I bought the Inesis. It is very easy to use and excellent value. Thanks!

[@tuamgolfer]

Hi, another winner from Decathlon. I use their golf shoes and have been using their tour 900 golf ball as well. Both have been great and I think that Decathlon is offering great quality and value.

[@rblast1]

Costco sells the caddy tek caddy view 2 $130 it has slope works very well. Changing it from slope to non slope you remove the name tag.

[@jschiltman]

Using one for a couple of months now. Very good value for money!!!

[@alanpeterson6768]

A battery life gauge is the only thing missing from my low cost (oddly named) tectectec range finder. It works just as well as my friends more expensive ones at 1/3 the cost plus the pin seeker technology gives me quick, confident yardages.

[@alanterry3629]

Boblov rangefinder has slope; yds; meters; wind speed; vibration; and a RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. All for $99 USD. Easy to lock onto the target. Out performs all the high priced units.

[@Calligraphybooster]

I just bought the Equin-11Z mane measuring device. It not only measures the length of manes, but tails just as well! With an accuracy of +/- 0,3 mm, the Equin-11Z makes all the difference for my horse riding! 😜

[@MegaBensley]

I have the inesis 900, it's never let me down. The slope function works great and I live in a very hilly area. Can't fault it at all.

[@GolfMonthly]

Thanks Ben - good to hear

[@nongienong6900]

I have used it for several months. I think it’s difficult to get an accurate distance because it lacks the flag locking function, so it often gives me the distance of the background instead of the distance to the flag. I wish I had invested a little more for something with such important functionality.

[@Not_To_Golf_Is_Not_An_Option]

Recently I replaced my Bushnell V2 after 11 years of service with a Boblov range finder. I paid 83 Euros which equals to 75£. It does not feature slope reading but it it has a rechargeable battery and the vibration function. On top it can measure speed if you fancy to find out how fast a car travels. I compared the findings to my shot scope watch and the distances are very accurate. So I would say, bushnell, Nikon and co are just overpriced.

[@francoisdesmoulins-lebeaul4273]

I'm also using a Boblov rangefinder, albeit a different one as mine has slope but standard non-rechargeable battery. And just as you, I've not been let down by the accuracy. It possibly is a little bit slower than the Bushnells of my mates, but we're talking 2 seconds v. 1 second, at most. And for less than 100€, there's not even a discussion about which one to pick!

[@midlifebiker7424]

I have the boblov with both slope and rechargeable battery. I do get a couple of readings to be sure partic in fading light. I have had the battery die twice for no reason, but its charged up again ok. Been using it for 4 months and it defo helps on courses you dont normally play. I dont know if it has that scan function with trees in the background but finding a white flag pole is pretty quick.

[@larsmenken2679]

I also have a boblov, but with slope and rechargeable battery. Do any of you find the display blurry? If I focus to see the flag sharp I have to turn it so much the actual display get turned a little blurry. I can still read it, but it annoys me a little. Yardage is good never had a problem.

[@francoisdesmoulins-lebeaul4273]

@@larsmenken2679 yep i have a bit of a balance to find: if I get the image to be perfectly sharp then the indications are blurry and when the indications are sharp the image is blurred. There's a point we're the image is "rather sharp" yet the indications are not blurred enough to be distracting, but it's mildly irritating to not be able to have everything as sharp as possible at the same time.

[@garyglad]

Great video, Neil. Golf Monthly is rapidly becoming Decathlon's biggest cheerleader - and with good reason, too.

[@GolfMonthly]

Thanks Gary

[@MysticalSkyMonkey]

One quick look on Amazon you can find range finders for roughly half the price of the "cheap" model you test in this video. Should have used some of those surely?

[@TheDengse]

You forgot to mention the flag-finder setting on it! You can turn that on, and you dont have to "scan" the area arround the flag. (It simply gives the shortest measured distance in a small area where you are pointing, which is the flag as the background is further away) Great product - 2nd year using it. - hcp 8

[@pompeiiperez7182]

how do you set that up?

[@TheDengse]

@@pompeiiperez7182 Pres the "M" button until you see a "flag icon" while looking through it. And then when you want to measure just press the yellow button briefly, dont hold for long. Hope this helps

[@bartoszwroblewski8285]

I am using the same Bushnell model, and I agree it works nicely, but only in perfect weather conditions. In bad weather and also in some harsh lighting situations it let me down a couple of times. In heavy rain, it is sometimes impossible to get the distance from it, as it doesn't lock to anything, due to fogging of lenses. I would be curious about how effective Inesis is in bad weather.

[@rjworld7122]

I use the milessey one of amazon its awesome cost 80 quid all my matees have bushnell and nikon ones and get the exact same of theres and mine

[@brewster8]

I bought the Inesis laser in December after looking for a cheap entry level. The more I read and use it the better it seems. It helps everyone looking to improve their game because it gives you confidence in your clubbing. That's where its helped me most. I'm really please @Golfmonthly have it a fair chance. I'd recommend it without hesitation.

[@danwilliams6947]

Mine was $99 new and is just as accurate as my playing partners'. Higher price does not equal more accurate.

[@stevieboy1986]

What one did you pick up Dan?

[@dougierobertson2099]

I’ve just bought the inesis and I wished I’d gone for a bushnell which is quicker to buzz on the flag. So much for golf sidekicks recommendation.

[@davidcole2337]

175 Yard 7 Iron? Pretty Impressive. I get about 140 Yards.

[@jimmack6744]

I bought a WoSports range finder under $100 it has slope, vibrate and is accurate and locks on fast.

[@MrRobbo4444]

As someone who doesn't have a very steady hand I find it a struggle to lock onto the flag. Are the more expensive range finders much better at locking on if you are a bit shaky and does anyone have a recommendation for one?

[@midlifebiker7424]

Sounds like that scan function should do the trick, might be worth a test drive..

[@GolfMonthly]

I would go to a pro shop and ask if you could try a couple of different models. Definitely the ability to scan will help. I always thought this would be an issue for me too but the more I have used lasers, the easier it has become...

[@seantobin515]

If you ride a buggy lean against it or a tree. That will help.

[@davewatts7444]

Thanks once again for a excellent, informative piece. Range finders are very expensive and the cheap one very inaccurate. This one seems great value for money

[@GolfMonthly]

Very welcome

[@franhenry3324]

I thought there would have been better image stabilisation in the Bushnell. Might go with the Nikon

[@mimihuang3951]

wonderful video, thank you!

[@komrad40]

Thanks for the review. Can you please tell me, does it work only with the golf flag or with other objects as well?

[@greywolf4330]

Very good review, well presented

[@erikkruse8240]

can you speak to the longevity of the inesis rangefinder?

[@allenwalker9412]

Thanks for the video I've been looking for a rangefinder and that maybe my way of being able to afford one thank you very much

[@GolfMonthly]

No problem 👍

[@dmurphy915]

I got one on Amazon for 60$, amazing. Basically the same device

[@davankrogsgaard1346]

@@dmurphy915 what was is called

[@susangill2883]

Thank you for the review, very interesting. I will certainly look into this.

[@GolfMonthly]

Glad it was helpful!

[@seantobin515]

I have this laser. Recommend it.

[@davidlawson2741]

Great video just confirming my experiences. I have a bushnell tour v3 which has no slope so got one of these for practice. I get the same results, accurate and easy to use.

[@MyKcuL]

That Bushnell is £300, not like £250.

[@rosshilliar2105]

Any chance of testing the Boblov rangefinder please circa £100 from amazon

[@gavintownsend4372]

Thanks for the excellent and informative review. I'm looking to get into golf and would it be possible that you could do a review of golf half sets for newbies? Particularly if the Inesis adult beginners half set is also good value. Thanks

[@GolfMonthly]

Thanks Gavin!

[@philipsawyers719]

The moral of the test is the cheaper one helps you draw the ball better on par 3s, hhhaaaa🤔🤣😜

[@themonacoartguy3421]

Great review

[@vf3152]

Just got this one. The display seems kin of blurry (indorrs, mind you)....Anyone got this issue?

[@josephdubiel7129]

Excellent review. I don't own a range finder . I am thinking its time to look into one. I enjoyed your review Neil. This helps. So many choices out there. Spider Dubiel

[@GolfMonthly]

Thanks 👍

[@josephdubiel7129]

@@GolfMonthly Your welcome. It was almost like a double review. The small one and the one you have owned for a couple of years or so. I personally like yours. There is a new version that recently came out too. The Bushnell Tour V 5 which sells for about 299.00 dollars here in the states. I did not know much about these or even how they worked until I watched your review here.

[@chex313]

I prefer a GPS watch and if I forget that my phone. Whats the advantage of a range finder?

[@golf_is_a_happy_place9990]

Great video, but I swear they Inesis looks identical bar the colour to my Easygreen, which I love by the way... I do wish some clever fella could do an eye piece so I/we don't have to take me glasses off...

[@humbertogomez13]

Great video!

[@GolfMonthly]

Thanks!

[@tigerbalm666]

I juust use my phone's gps for $0. Gives me far more info than a laser like back of green, front, middle and distance to hazards liek water with complete graphics at the same time, reducing time needed to use a laser.

[@chrisdixon2843]

What makes the Bushnell worth £300 more?! Nothing from what I can see here 🤷‍♂️

[@daveb5211]

Surely a range finder is only good if you can see your target? So blind shots or behind a tree it's no good?

[@GolfMonthly]

Yes, you are right - you need to be able to see your target.

[@wertialexander7711]

keep it metric please

[@humbertogomez13]

Could you do a giveaway of that range finder. I lost my range finder last week and I can't afford a new one.

[@petercavellini3232]

So, your telling me at 24 handicapper know exactly how far he hits , each club in his bag?, at best aids like this are a best guess, just like experience does?🤔

[@malthuswasright]

I'm off 21 nd I know how far each club goes (obviously if I hit it right). Knowing the yardage I'm trying to hit does make a difference.

[@alexc7271]

@@malthuswasright I'm off 24 and also know how far I hit each club. If you don't how can you know which club to use?! Silly comment from Peter

[@simpedros4766]

I’m off higher than 24 but know what my distances are on each club If I hit them right. Without knowing that I would add another 10-15 shots on to my already high rounds

[@chex313]

That is something you have to adjust to no matter what your handicap, my distances change up to 15 yards depending on the temperature and humidity. But I have my distances on a note in my phone, as close as I can tell. In case I forget I can check it pretty quick. Then there is easy and hard to account for and my handicap is pretty high right now. Its more a matter of how much you know about the game.

[@alexander6399]

It’s just a laser, if you want to pay £500 for something you can get for £70 be my guest.

[@BoshSoldierCarp]

Cheater metres

[@alvinmariteragi9349]

You talk too much, get to the point.

[@denker032047146]

and most ppl that have these lasers are to shit to have any real use for them anyway. All this talk about making the game quicker and then you see shit players using these. They should just be banned. And his first shot just proved my point. Doesnt matter if you know the exact inches to the damn flag if you cant be more accurate in your shot. Therefore POINTLESS. And in competitions they really should be banned. If you cant read the course markings then you really deserv to come up short or go long.

[@PhilbyFavourites]

Angry man, you must be fun to play with if your playing partner doesn’t jog to the next hole in an effort to avoid slow play. And yes, I do understand golf isn’t meant to be an amble but a focused environment where you pick and choose your times to have a chat and a laugh with your playing partner.

[@PaulSmith-qh7ky]

Golf snob!