Bushnell Tour Hybrid Rangefinder
Blending a class-leading laser with a built-in GPS it delivers all the information you need to hit your approaches with confidence, with rapid set-up and detection making it as user-friendly an option as you’ll find.
Pros
- Rapid-fire detection
- Built-in GPS gives a more accurate picture of your approach shot
- GPS picks up the course quickly and automatically
- Slope-compensated distances on both laser and GPS distances
Cons
- Graphics through viewfinder could be a touch clearer
Bushnell A1-Slope Rangefinder
The small-but-perfectly formed A1-Slope delivers superb accuracy and while other Bushnell rangefinders have clearer displays the versatility of this model more than makes up for it.
Pros
- Excellent accuracy, especially the slope feature
- Small but sturdy design
- Impressive battery life
Cons
- Graphics on the display could have stood out more
Like all areas of golfing tech, the choice of rangefinders has grown exponentially in recent years. It’s great news for the golfer, who should have little difficulty finding a model to suit their needs. Indeed, the best rangefinders can now be enjoyed by those who require something affordable as well as those looking for a premium option.
Bushnell is a case in point. Synonymous with rangefinders, it offers a wide range of models to match most budgets. Here, we pit two of its charges against each other, the Tour Hybrid and the A1-Slope. While the former sits at the higher end of the brand’s price range, the latter is considerably cheaper, and far smaller. But can this pocket rocket punch above its weight? Let’s find out…
Design
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The Tour Hybrid certainly looks the part. The blue matte finish, matched with some lighter blue accents, is relatively unfussy and suitably modern. It’s nice and compact and fits easily in the hand, with some textured surfaces to help with your grip. The buttons are a good size and clearly laid out, while the dual lenses are finished in chrome. All told, it looks and feels like a premium rangefinder should, with a nice blend of aesthetics, ergonomics and build-quality.
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The A1-Slope is Bushnell’s smallest offering to date, and even compared to the compact Tour Hybrid, it’s tiny. However, despite its small dimensions it feels sturdy and well-built and a step up from many budget rangefinders.
The white and blue design…
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