Bushnell Tour V2 Review Summary

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Our Bushnell Tour V2 Review Summary takes into consideration commonly mentioned pros and cons from user reviews on a variety of websites.

The Bushnell Tour V2 with Pinseeker is available in two models – with Slope and without Slope for tournament play. Prices on these devices change quickly, but at the time of this writing, the price for the Bushnell V2 without slope looks to be a very good value.

Bushnell Tour V2 User Rating: 4.57 Stars 4.57 out of 5 (440 reviews)

Score compiled from multiple sources.
Most Mentioned Pros:
  • Easy to use
  • Get instant measurements
  • Extremely accurate
  • Lightweight
  • Compact Size
  • Excellent Value with no monthly or yearly fees
Most Mentioned Cons:
  • Does not have a battery life indicator.
  • 3-Volt Lithium battery – a little more expensive than other batteries. A few users claimed that battery life was short
  • A few users had difficulty holding it steady enough, but this is not mentioned by most users
Bushnell Tour V2 Features and Specifications
Bushnell Tour V2
Slope No
Vibration N
Size (Width x Height x Depth) 2.8 in. x 1.6 in. x 4.3 in.
Weight 6.6 oz.
Battery 3 volt lithium
Battery Life approx. 12 mos.
Display LCD
Rainproof Yes
Magnification 5x
Maximum Range 1000
Minimum Range 5
Notes There are two editions of the Bushnell V2 - Tournament and Slope
USGA Compliant (local rule) Yes
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Bushnell 1600 Laser Rangefinder with Pinseeker

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The Bushnell 1600 Laser Rangefinder with Pinseeker has been an extremely solid performer for quite awhile now. The truth is that as technology goes, laser rangefinders are probably amongst the slowest evolving gadgets, which is why the 1600 has stood the test of time.

Bushnell 1600 User Rating: 4.56 Stars 4.56 out of 5 (222 reviews)

Score compiled from multiple sources.
There are newer models that are a little bit faster and smaller and there are newer models that have easier to read displays. However most of them have lower zoom levels than the Bushnell 1600 which boasts 7x magnification. The only other choice with 7x zoom is the new Bushnell Pro 1M, which costs quite a bit more.

If you’re interested in exploring your options, you might try our Laser Selection Tool or look at our picks for Best Golf Rangefinders of the year. Just know that the Bushnell 1600 is still worthy of consideration.

Our review of the Bushnell 1600 takes into consideration the most commonly mentioned pros and cons found in hundreds of user reviews.

Most Mentioned Pros:
  • Accuracy
  • Compact
  • Fast
  • Long range
  • Feature Set
  • Scan Mode with Pinseeker – keeping the button depressed allows the pinseeker to tell the difference between foreground and background objects and circles the foreground object, which is usually the flag and locks in the yardage.
  • Comfortable eye piece (even with glasses)
  • Strong construction
  • 7x lens
  • Waterproof
  • Users who owned the Bushnell 1600 with Slope were happy with its performance. Recommended for hilly courses if you don’t plan to use it in competition.
  • Easy to use, but some noted that it took a little practice. Most felt that you didn’t have to be too steady, but a few had trouble initially.
  • Easy to read display
  • 9v battery
  • No annual fees
Most Mentioned Cons:
  • Price
  • Bulky Case
  • A few users noted that the battery door wasn’t very secure.
Bushnell Pro 1600 Specifications:
Bushnell 1600
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 9V Alkaline
Battery Life approx. 12 mos.
Display N/A
Rainproof Yes
Magnification 7x
Maximum Range 1,600
Minimum Range 5
Notes There are two editions of the Bushnell 1600 - Tournament and Slope.
USGA Compliant (local rule) Yes
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Bushnell Pinseeker 1500 Laser Rangefinder

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Our Review Summary of the Bushnell Pinseeker 1500 Laser Rangefinder is based on our research of user reviews across multiple websites. We look for commonly mentioned pros and cons so that we can provide an accurate representation of the device. We also calculate a GRS Score based based on user ratings to help when making comparisons between golf rangefinders.

Keep in mind that there are two versions of the Bushnell Pinseeker 1500: the Bushnell Pinseeker 1500 Tournament Edition and the Bushnell Pinseeker 1500 Slope. The only difference between the two is that the Tournament Edition does not include the slope measurement and is legal for use in competitions that have established a local rule allowing distance measuring devices. The slope model measures +/- one degree of angle, and compensated range, based upon ball trajectory and type of club used, but is not legal for use in competition.

Bushnell Pinseeker 1500 Laser Rangefinder GRS Score: 4.62 out of 5 (133 reviews)

Most Mentioned Pros:

  • Easy to use
  • Displays yardages fast
  • No membership or subscription fees
  • No downloads needed, one button operation
  • Durable and comes with a carrying case
  • 7x Magnification (can also be used for hunting)
  • Accurate and can be used to measure any visible target
  • No searching for satellites, just point and click!
  • Adjustable eyepiece
  • Automatically seeks the pin for you despite all the landscapes in the background

Most Mentioned Cons:

  • Pricey, compared to GPS devices
  • Requires a steady hand. Some users have difficulty holding the device steady enough so that it can scan and calculate the yardages. However, most were able to get it down with some practice.
  • Bulky

Laser rangefinders are extremely accurate and Bushnell has been leading the way for years in creating the top golf rangefinders. Compared with GPS devices, the features my be limited, but if accuracy if your main concern, laser is the way to go.

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Bushnell Yardage Pro Tour Golf Rangefinder

Bushnell Yardage Pro Tour Golf Rangefinder may mean different things to different people. Within its golf product line, Bushnell now uses this naming convention “Yardage Pro” to refer to GPS Golf Rangefinders. However on many retail websites, you will see the same term refer to laser yardage binoculars, usually earlier models. Whatever your preference, here is our summary of various products in both categories.

Laser Yardage Pro Rangefinders

  • Bushnell Yardage Pro Sport 450 Laser Rangefinder – this device is a best-seller because of the price point. The customer reviews aren’t nearly as enthusiastic as they are for the Pinseeker 1500, but if you have steady hands, you may still want to consider it.
  • Bushnell Yardage Pro Golf Pinseeker 1500 – This unit is rated very highly by consumers and is available with and without Slope.
  • Bushnell Yardage Pro Laser Rangefinders Elite 1500 – The technology on this device is more sophisticated than the Pinseeker 1500, but the price point has kept it out of the hands of the masses. Still the user reviews are strong and the prices seem to be coming down quickly.
  • Bushnell Yardage Pro Scout Laser Rangefinder – From the name you can tell this unit isn’t just for golf, but it’s a compact device with excellent reviews from golfers and hunters alike.

GPS Yardage Pro Devices

  • Bushnell Yardage Pro XGC Golf GPS – The “C” in “XGC” stands for color. Although Bushnell has been on top of the laser rangefinder charts  for years, they are still trying to climb their way to the top of the GPS Rangefinder list. This unit is their current bestseller and gets some very good reviews. The price might make this unit appealing, but Garmin and SkyGolf still lead the way in golf GPS.
  • Bushnell Yardage Pro XG Golf GPS – If you want the basics at an affordable price, you might consider this unit. It doesn’t have color, but gives clear distances to the front, middle and back of every green. It seems fairly comparable to the more popular Garmin GolfLogix.
  • Bushnell Yardage Pro Golf GPS – We suggest staying away from the earlier Bushnell  models as most reviewers were not happy with these units. Stick with the XG and XGC models until something new comes along.
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