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Garmin G5 Approach Reviews
Updated 01/14/2012.
Our summary of Garmin G5 Approach reviews takes a look at the pros and cons that we have observed from user reviws on a variety of other websites. We also put together our own GRS Score based on the customer star ratings from multiple sites. Overall, we were struck by the number of reviewers who were extremely enthusiastic about all aspects of this device. Also be sure to check out the Garmin G6 Approach
Garmin G6 Approach Review Score: 8.33 out of 10 (401 reviews)
Most Mentioned Pros:
- No membership or course fees
- Easy to use
- Durable
- Accurate
- Good selection of targets
- Battery life (when using rechargeable batteries)
- Preloaded with thousands of courses
- Lists nearby courses and has the phone number for courses in the database
- Easy to read
- Nice Touchscreen
- Displays yardages quickly
- Scorecard feature
- Waterproof
Most Mentioned Cons:
- Not enough detailed info on screen – hazards are displayed, but no detailed information about trees
- Tough in bright sunlight – 2 Notes: 1) Users who cited this as a problem did not say what type of batteries they were using. One user indicated that with alkaline batteries, the screen was not as bright as with rechargeable. 2) Other users noted that if you held unit directly at sun, it was easier to see.)
- Bulky
- Not enough courses – Although Garmin has a very large database of golf courses and adds to it at least quarterly, before making this purchase, you will want to check to see if the courses you play regularly are on their list.
There were a few users who wished for larger numbers, particularly on the distances to hazards. However, since most said it was easy to read, we did not want to specifically list this as a Con. This is a pretty large display when it comes to these types of portable units and unfortunately, there is only so much room for information. We’ve included this video, so you can see for yourself.
Garmin G5 Approach Features and Specifications
Model Garmin Approach G5 Type GPS Height 4.5 in. Width 2.3 in. Depth 1.4 in. Screen Size 1.53×2.55 Resolution 240×400 Display Type TFT color Weight 6.8 oz. Battery 2 AA Battery Life 15 hrs. max Rainproof Yes High Sensitivity Receiver Yes Pre-loaded with Courses 17,500+ Course Capacity Unlimited Touch Screen Yes Touch Targeting Yes Manual Pin Positioning Yes Stat Tracker Yes Digital Scorecard Yes Computer Analysis Tools Yes USGA Compliant (local rule) Yes Ground Verified No Alternate Targets Yes Aerial Hole View Yes Green Rotates to your shot angle N/A Measure Shot Distance Yes Magnify Hole View Yes Slope No # of Available Courses N/A Add Courses Manually No Compatibility Windows/Mac* Course Download Fees No
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