Bushnell Pro 1M Review

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This is our Bushnell Pro 1M Review Summary.

Bushnell Pro 1M User Rating: 4.20 Stars 4.20 out of 5 (18 reviews)

Score compiled from multiple sources.

After checking out the features and product manual for the Bushnell’s new top of the line golf rangefinder, the Bushnell Pro 1M, we’re really looking forward to putting our hands on one of these powerful laser rangefinders. It’s  available in a Tournament Edition and a Slope Edition. Of course the Slope Edition will cost more and not be legal for tournament play, as it measures elevation.

Although the Bushnell Pro 1M not the first rangefinder to have 7x magnification, it is a rare find. The only other one of which we are aware is the Bushnell 1600.  There are a few features that we haven’t seen on previous Bushnell models that are worth mentioning.  

  • Vivid Display Indicators™ – This is probably going to be what sets the new Bushnell rangefinders apart. It promises to dramatically improved contrast, clarity and light transmission while increasing brightness of the digital readout, making distance readings legible in low light environments. This technology will also be included in the soon to be released Bushnell Tour Z6 models. 
  • Can measure up 1,000 on non-reflective objects and 1,760 yards on reflective.
  • Improved battery life indicator.
  • 35% improvement in battery life
Bushnell Pro 1M Specifications
Bushnell Pro 1M
Slope Opti
Vibration N
Size (Width x Height x Depth) 1.7 in. x 5.1 in. x 3.7 in.
Weight 12 oz.
Battery CR123 3V
Battery Life N/A
Display VDT
Rainproof Yes
Magnification 7x
Maximum Range 1,760
Minimum Range 5
Notes There are two editions of the Bushnell Pro 1M - Tournament and Slope
USGA Compliant (local rule) Yes
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Bushnell Medalist Rangefinder Review

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Our Bushnell Medalist rangefinder review is the culmination of reading customer reviews and taking notes, studying its features and comparing prices to other laser rangefinders.

Our number one takeaway from our hours of research is that the Bushnell Medalist Rangefinder with Pinseeker is an excellent value for a name brand laser golf rangefinder.

Bushnell Medalist User Rating: 4.52 Stars 4.52 out of 5 (399 reviews)

Score compiled from multiple sources.

Most users loved the Medalist and found it very easy to use. For golfers looking for a laser rangefinder at with a lower price point, the Bushnell Medalist should definitely be a consideration. The one comment mentioned more than any other was that it was easy to use.

The main reason that the Bushnell Medalist would not make the cut for some users is that a lower magnification level probably makes it a little more difficult to lock on to targets, particularly distant targets. The majority of reviewers didn’t find this to be a problem. However, those who complained that it was difficult to be steady enough to get a reading and those who found they had to double-check a yardage two or three times to make sure they hit the right object, would probably benefit from the stronger magnification found on more expensive models.

One thing we noticed was that this was not the first rangefinder for many of the reviewers. Those moving from GPS golf rangefinders to laser noted how nice it was not to have to pay fees and deal with computer downloads. They also liked knowing that it could be used on any golf course, not just those available through the device manufacturer.

Overall the users had many more positive things than negative to say about the Bushnell Medalist, but read our list of pros and cons to see for yourself. Just FYI, the #1 “PRO” in our list was mentioned nearly five times more than the #1 “CON“.

Most Mentioned Pros (in order of of mentions high to low):
  • Easy to use
  • Accurate
  • Ability to get exact distance to any visible target
  • Pinseeker makes it easy (even at long distance) to lock onto the pin
  • Improves your game
  • Value (price)
  • Quality / Durability
  • Gets yardages quickly
  • Increases confidence
  • Compact size
  • No computer required
  • No fees
  • Works on all courses
  • Lightweight
  • 9-volt battery is easy to find and inexpensive
  • Great for getting exact distances to targets on a driving range
  • horizontal / not vertical
Most Mentioned Cons (in order of of mentions high to low):
  • Need to recheck to avoid getting distance to the wrong target
  • Difficult to hold steady
  • Battery cover falls off
  • Flimsy case
  • Product or display failure
  • Only has 4x magnification
  • Can’t hit targets that you can’t see (over a hill or through trees)
Bushnell Medalist Specifications
Bushnell Medalist
Slope No
Vibration N
Size (Width x Height x Depth) 1.7 in. x 4.5 in. x 3.8 in.
Weight 9 oz.
Battery 9V
Battery Life N/A
Display LCD
Rainproof Yes
Magnification 4x
Maximum Range 500+
Minimum Range 5
Notes -
USGA Compliant (local rule) Yes
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Bushnell PinPro Review

Our Bushnell PinPro Review is based on the small number of user reviews we could find on the web, along with our brief trial of this laser golf rangefinder. It reminded us of the Laser Link Red Hot in functionality, with its Red Dot sighting system. The PinPro features a single hand pistol grip that can lock onto a reflective prism from up to 330 yards. It can also lock onto a non-reflective target (such as trees) within 400 yards, but you have to bring it up to your eye to sight a non-reflective object and we found that it took two hands to hold it steady. Of the very few user reviews we found, a couple mentioned that they had trouble getting accurate readings.

Our opinion is that unless you find this device deeply discounted, there are better choices that are easier to use. It does work, but is not as easy to use as many others.

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Bushnell Hybrid Rangefinder Review

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We’ll have the 2018 Bushnell Hybrid Rangefinder Review soon, but for now check it out!

Bushnell Hybrid User Rating: 4.51 Stars 4.51 out of 5 (519 reviews)

Score compiled from multiple sources.

Thank you Bushnell for bringing back the GPS/Laser Hybrid Rangefinder. We LOVE the features you have added since your previous version!

This laser rangefinder has Pinseeker with Jolt making it quick and easy to tell when you are locked onto the flag. Of course we love that the GPS has distances to hazards, but the thing we love most about the GPS… The distances to the front and back of the green show up in the the laser display! Now when you’re looking at the exact distance to the pin, you can also see the distance to the front and back of the green at the same time.

We also love there is one battery for the laser a separate rechargeable battery for the GPS. On top of all of this, there is an App for updating golf courses and seeing full-screen graphics and flyovers of the holes. We think Bushnell has really outdone themselves on the 2018 Bushnell Hybrid Rangefinder!

Bushnell Hybrid Rangefinder Features and Specifications
Bushnell Hybrid
Slope No
Vibration y
Size (Width x Height x Depth) 3.07 in. x 1.97 in. x 4.21 in.
Weight 6.1 oz.
Battery CR2 for laser - Li-ion for GPS
Battery Life N/A
Display LCD
Rainproof IPX4
Magnification 5x
Maximum Range 1300*
Minimum Range 5
Notes *300 to a flag Showing the GPS measurements to the front and back on the Laser display - nice!
USGA Compliant (local rule) Yes
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