Comparing Golf Gps And Laser Rangefinders

This article will look into the pros and cons of the new golf GPS systems compared to laser range finders for golfers

. While both units have been designed to give golfers more correct yardage readings, it's necessary to know they function differently from each other, and don't have the same weaknesses or strengths.

Essentials of Rangefinder Use

Side by side to GPS, rangefinders are different animals. Range finders are optical devices which are fundamentally a cross between a laser gun, such as the ones used by highway patrol to evaluate the speed of a driver, and a set of binoculars. You can use the optical scope to point to the place that you want to find the range of and distance to, like a flag, and use the laser system to measure distance. The golf rangefinder will shoot an 'eye safe' laser at the chosen point, and is able to measure the time it takes the laser to rebound off the target and return to the rangefinder. The range finder will accurately figure out the yardage to the target based on the time delay.

How Golf GPS Systems Function

Simply put, GPS for golf units just use a satellite supported mapping device. The GPS unit will pinpoint its own correct fix by talking with the orbiting satellites above the Earth's atmosphere in order to figure out exactly where you and the device are in relation to the target; this can be the putting area of your desired hole, or the flag you want to knock down.

Some of the Advantages of GPS for Golf Systems

For one thing, there's no need to aim it at any point to get your yardage reading. This is a real advantage if the place you are checking is not in your line of sight, like you're behind a bush or the putting area is elevated. Also, you don't have to have a perfect aim with the device or accurate eye to be able to aim a GPS unit like you need with a range finder.

The Advantages of Using Laser Range Finders in Golf

The modern versions of rangefinders now have up to a 7x magnification. This will not only aid you for when you are measuring your target with the laser, but also for recognizing places to miss in your landing areas like a or a downhill lie.

As an example, at 160 yards it would be impossible to use your eyes just to locate a bump you would be better to miss. If you have a rangefinder a rangefinder you will be able to easily locate it and then play safely to the other side of the putting area - giving you the joy of an easier putt. Another benefit to consider is the range finder can also be used on the practice range when you want to know how far you hit with all of your irons and fairway woods.

To answer your question, neither the GPS nor the rangefinder is clearly better, they are different and similar at the same time. The best way to solve this dilemma is to buy one of each! If that's not doable, borrowing one or the other to determine which type will work best for you.

by: R Larkin

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