As is the case though when it comes to technology in golf, you are truly spoilt for choice when deciding on a new rangefinder. Are you after a model used by those on the professional circuit? Or perhaps you are looking for one of the best budget golf rangefinders that won't break the bank. The TecTecTec KLYR is compact, coming in at about 30% smaller than the average rangefinder. It has a continuous scan mode for measuring distances to bunkers, hazards, and other points on the course. The Callaway 300 Pro rangefinder also has slope capability, which automatically adjusts distances for elevation changes. This mode can be turned off at any time so that it can be used legally in tournaments. Full testing data can be found here, but below is a summary table. The key takeaway is the TecTecTec KLYR is accurate enough for all bar elite players. Inside 150-yards it is more accurate than nearly all comparably priced rangefinders (within 1-yard) and outside 150-yards it works very well but gives the odd reading with more error (2 to 4-yards) in challenging situations. Normal Mode: finds distances to objects of your choice; best for general use when other modes aren’t needed

The popular theory is that golf rangefinders generally last three to seven years, and I agree with it. In my experience, I have seen super entry-level rangefinders only surviving for a year. Conversely, I have witnessed mid-range and high-end designs that soldier on for more than seven years. We love the Voice Caddie SL3 Active Hybrid GPS Rangefinder, in fact we like it so much, we selected it for Editor's Choice 2023. Just like the previous version, the SL2 Active Hybrid rangefinder, the SL3 has both an accurate and easy-to-use laser rangefinder and a color touch LCD screen under the eyepiece where you can change settings and most importantly see maps of the holes and the greens with the ability to glean all sorts of information.In fact this GPS functionality really sets the SL3 apart from the competition. One of my big complaints about previous products of theirs I used is that every time I hit the target button, I got a different number. It jumped all over the place, and with the KLYR I haven’t had that issue.If slope adjustment can’t be turned off, this means that the rangefinder cannot be used in tournaments where only straight-line distance measurement is allowed. The Approach Z82 has the features you would come to expect from a quality laser rangefinder, including:

The Pro X3 has all of the same features as the Tour V6. These are listed in the relevant section and include: Over the years I’ve not been shy about the fact that I haven’t had a great experience with the handful of TecTecTec rangefinders I’ve used.

KLYR by TecTecTec

Although all rangefinders are designed to provide accurate measurements, some offer greater precision than others. In my experience, the TecTecTec ULT-X provided superior accuracy over its competitors, precise to the nearest 0.3 yards over 300 yards. The Q-6 Slope rangefinder from Cobalt Golf is an impressive device on a number of levels. In our testing, it provided some of the most exceptional display optics we've seen from a rangefinder, while also offering impressive speed and accuracy in terms of capturing distances. It also looks sharp visually and, when in hand, offers a sturdy, durable feel that is the result of its quality construction.