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126849660
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It makes calls and has the game snake thats all i need ?
slowhand
Head Pro
Get your phone out while you're still walking the last 15 yards to your ball.Seriously, that's what I do.
This- I've got an XR too and not noticed any problem - mind you I don't wear sunglasses very often
I keep my phone in my bag, so it's a bit of a faff getting it out. Usually involves having to stop walking in order to unzip a pocket on my bag, and just adds time and slows down play
Whereditgo
Journeyman Pro
I got a Laser range finder first and treated myself to a Garmin S40 last year - the watch does everything and more that I require, is faster and more convenient than the laser ever was, doubt I will ever go back to a laser again.
Not going to be a factor in your decision seeing you earlier post.......but it also syncs to the Garmin Ap on my phone too 
Not going to be a factor in your decision seeing you earlier post
.......but it also syncs to the Garmin Ap on my phone too 
Orikoru
Tour Winner
Seriously? Why would you keep it in your bag if you plan to use it for GPS? Obviously just put it in your pocket.
slowhand
Head Pro
Because I don't like having my phone in my pocket when I play. I'd put a mount on my trolley if I could but there's nowhere convinient to put it where I can see it without being a contortionistSeriously? Why would you keep it in your bag if you plan to use it for GPS? Obviously just put it in your pocket.
robinthehood
Hacker
I don't get the don't buy as you're a beginner stuff. You won't always be.
My preference is a range finder as I don't need to worry about charging. But GPS watches are equally as useful, especially if you have colour coded flags.
My preference is a range finder as I don't need to worry about charging. But GPS watches are equally as useful, especially if you have colour coded flags.
slowhand
Head Pro
I agree. it may not be much use right now, as the oP will no doubt be inconsistent with his yardages as he is just starting out, but that will improve in time. The only advice I would give is that, if you go for a GPS unit over a rangefinder, make sure it has accurate mapping, are responsive with updates to hole layout changes, and make sure that, if they charge a subscription, you are happy with this. Based on your previous purchasing philosophy, take a look at SkyCaddie https://web.skygolf.com/content/welcome-skygolf
They map the courses by walking them using GPS equipment, whereas a lot of other companies just use Google Maps or other satellite imagery, and so the yardages can be off.
jim8flog
Journeyman Pro
As a beginner buy a course map from the proshop and save your money until you hit reasonably consistent distances.
For me I have a GPS and a laser.
The GPS is better if you play lots of different courses as it gives you course layout as well distances to bunkers etc.
Hole 19 or similar on a phone is good but you need to make sure the battery is fully charged.
For me I have a GPS and a laser.
The GPS is better if you play lots of different courses as it gives you course layout as well distances to bunkers etc.
Hole 19 or similar on a phone is good but you need to make sure the battery is fully charged.
HomerJSimpson
Hall of Famer
I have a Garmin GPS which I use from long range and in particular to look at distances to hazards when looking to lay up. I also have a laser rangefinder which I use from around 120 yards. I don't think one is necessarily better than the other
Robster59
Tour Rookie
As I said, I have had the Bushnell one for years, still going strong and not too expensive. Shop around and you can get them at a decent price.
https://www.bushnellgolf.com/products/gps/
jamiet7682
Active member
Ive got the garmin vivoactive 3. Good golf features, distance to green, hazards and allows you to keep score. Also tracks your shots and stats (fairways hit, GIR, shot distances) but youll need a smartphone to access that part of it.
More than does the job for me.
More than does the job for me.
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Deleted member 1147
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I just don’t think the precision of a laser is required at first, but when he improves he can add a laser, which is what I did.
I now find GPS to be very useful for playing away games, for plotting the course, to add to the lasers exact numbers.
OnTour
Head Pro
rangefinder GPS still isn't spot on at times, rangefinder is spot on every time. go bushnell far easier than cheaper options.
Bdill93
Undisputed King of FOMO
Ive seen people just strap their watch to something on their bag, or a handle on their trolley if they use one? Hole19 works great with apple watch. You get front middle and back of green distances, can enter scores, penalties, putts, sand shots and drive locations with premium features too. Maybe try strapping the watch to the bag!
You can also change settings so apps dont close until you close them, but this will drain your battery a bit.
CountLippe
Active member
Rangefinder is boss for 40-100 range if you know exact yardages for pitching. GPS good for lay ups, blind shots and when your just looking to hit a portion of the green.
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Deleted member 23344
Guest
I use a watch ... I don’t need the degree of accuracy a rangefinder provides as my distances aren’t sufficiently consistent. A watch with the distances to front, middle and back is good enough for me and, I would have thought, for any high handicapper.
Newnsy
Member
Personally I prefer my range finder as I can get distances to anything on the course but I also have GPS on my trolley if I’m using it! That’s another option if your looking to get a trolley in the future
slicer79
Challenge Tour Pro
The rangefinder from Decathlon Stores is getting great reviews for anyone considering buying a rangefinder. At £130 is a fraction of the bigger names
Really positive feedback on it
Really positive feedback on it
Bigfoot
Tour Rookie
S62 has come out
Mark1751
Assistant Pro
I have a laser and use Hole19 on my Apple Watch, I tend to only use the laser if I’m looking to lay up or playing downhill/uphill or on new courses. Also I feel that when I’m using the laser I look a bit of a Wally!
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