- Best Bushnell Rangefinders 2026: The Complete Buying GuidePosted 34 seconds ago
- Titleist T250 Utility Iron Review: The Long Game FixPosted 18 hours ago
- Best Golf Practice Ball Bags 2026: Top 5 for Winter PracticePosted 19 hours ago
- Best Golf Gloves for Women 2026: Grip, Feel & ValuePosted 6 days ago
- Most Forgiving Fairway Woods 2026: Our Top 5 RankedPosted 6 days ago
- Top 5 Rangefinders with Slope 2026: Tested & RankedPosted 7 days ago
- Is the Ping BunkR the Best Ping Sand Wedge of 2026Posted 1 week ago
- The Best High Bounce Golf Wedges for Soft Turf 2026Posted 1 week ago
- Ping Prodi G Junior Clubs – Fitting Chart & Size GuidePosted 1 week ago
- SuperStroke 1.0 Putter Grips – Which One Should I Use?Posted 1 week ago
Best Bushnell Rangefinders 2026: The Complete Buying Guide
Best Bushnell Rangefinders 2026: Every Tour, A1 and Pro Laser Ranked
Bushnell Tour V7 ShiftTop Pick · £389 →
All 5 feature PinSeeker with JOLT vibration, a BITE magnetic mount and a two-year manufacturer warranty. Tip: scroll the table sideways on mobile to see all columns.
Why Bushnell rangefinders are still the benchmark
Bushnell rangefinders have been the default choice for club golfers and professionals for years, and the 2026 line-up is the broadest yet. The hard part isn’t deciding whether to buy one; itis figuring out which of the five current models suits your game and budget.
This guide compares every Bushnell laser we stock side by side, from the compact A1 Slope to the flagship Pro X3+. Our PGA professional team has ranked them on accuracy, lock-on speed, display clarity, build, and value. If you would rather compare across brands, our round-up of golf GPS devices covers watches and handhelds too.
Every product, price and specification below comes from our own store, so what you read is what you can buy today.
What to look for in Bushnell rangefinders
Every current Bushnell laser measures to within a yard, so the differences come down to features.
Slope or no slope
Slope adjusts yardages for uphill and downhill shots. It is brilliant for practice, but must be switched off in most competitions. Four of our five models have a Slope-Switch.
Display type
Older Tour models use a black LCD readout. The V7 Shift adds a dual-colour OLED, and the Pro X3+ lets you toggle between red and black, which helps against dark trees or low sun.
Size and weight
Tour-series lasers weigh around 8.5 to 8.7oz. The A1 Slope is Bushnell’s most compact model ever, which suits smaller hands, juniors and golfers who carry a light bag.
Power
Tour and Pro models use a CR2 battery, and we include a free spare. The A1 Slope has an integrated battery that charges via USB-C and lasts 50+ rounds.
Weather protection
IPX6 or IPX6 resistance handles heavy rain. Only the Pro X3+ is rated IPX7, meaning fully waterproof, with a rubber-armoured metal housing.
Budget
Prices run from £279 to £549. The jump from Tour V6 to Tour V6 Shift is £50 for slope, and the V7 Shift adds the new display for a further £40.
| → Best overall | → Best value slope |
| → Best tour legal | → Best compact |
| → Best premium | → Performance ratings |
| → Which one should you buy? | → FAQs |
★★★★★
Best overall: Bushnell Tour V7 Shift
The newest Tour laser adds a dual-colour OLED display that shows slope-adjusted yardages in green, so elevation changes jump out instantly. It keeps everything that made the V6 Shift so popular.
The Tour V7 Shift is the newest Bushnell rangefinder and the one we recommend first to most customers. Its headline change is Slope First technology, which shows the slope-adjusted yardage in green on a new dual-colour OLED display. You see at a glance how much elevation is changing the shot.
The rest of the package is proven. PinSeeker with Visual JOLT vibrates when it locks on to the flag rather than the trees behind, 6x magnification keeps the pin sharp, and it ranges 500+ yards to a flag. New Yardage Range Recall shows your last reading with a press of the mode button, handy when checking carries on the range.
The BITE magnetic mount clamps the laser to a buggy bar or electric trolley frame, and LINK-enabled pairing works with compatible Foresight Sports devices for personalised club suggestions.
- Green slope-adjusted numbers are the easiest to read in the range
- Yardage Range Recall speeds up practice sessions
- Slope-Switch keeps it tournament legal
- Free extra CR2 battery from us
- £40 more than the Tour V6 Shift for mostly display upgrades
- Not fully waterproof like the Pro X3+
- New model, so no customer reviews on our site yet
★★★★★
Best value slope: Bushnell Tour V6 Shift
Patented slope technology, a Slope-Switch and 500+ yards to a flag, for £40 less than the V7 Shift. The proven workhorse of the Tour range.
If the V7 Shift is the new flagship, the Tour V6 Shift is the sensible choice for golfers who want slope without paying for the newest display. It uses Bushnell’s patented Tour-trusted slope technology, the same Slope-Switch and the same 500+ yard range to a flag. Total range runs from 5 to 1,300 yards, with one-yard accuracy.
The V6 Shift weighs 8.7oz and measures 4.5 by 3.1 inches, so it sits comfortably in one hand. The 16mm eye relief makes it easy to use with glasses on.
It is one of the most reviewed Bushnell rangefinders on our site, averaging 5.0 out of 5 from four verified buyers. For more detail, read our full Bushnell Tour V6 Shift review.
- Slope for £40 less than the V7 Shift
- Rated 5.0 out of 5 by our customers
- 16mm eye relief suits glasses wearers
- Free extra CR2 battery
- Black LCD is harder to read against dark backgrounds
- No Range Recall or LINK pairing
- IPX6 rather than fully waterproof
★★★★☆
Best tour legal: Bushnell Tour V6
All the Tour-series accuracy and lock-on speed without a slope function, so it is always ready for competition play. A no-nonsense laser at a sharper price.
Not every golfer wants slope. If you mainly play club medals, county events or league matches, the Tour V6 is the simplest way into the Bushnell range. With no slope function at all, there is nothing to remember to switch off, so it is legal in any competition that allows distance-measuring devices.
Everything else matches the V6 Shift: PinSeeker with Visual JOLT, the integrated BITE magnetic cart mount, 6x magnification and 500+ yards to a flag. It is slightly lighter at 8.5oz and costs £299.
Customers rate it 5.0 out of 5 from two verified reviews. The only trade-off is losing the practice benefit of slope, which helps you learn how much a hill really changes a shot.
- Tournament legal with no switch to forget
- Lowest price of the Tour series
- Same optics and lock-on as the V6 Shift
- Free extra CR2 battery
- No slope for practice or casual rounds
- LCD readout rather than the newer OLED
- A1 Slope is cheaper if you want slope
★★★★☆
Best compact: Bushnell A1 Slope
The smallest Bushnell laser yet, with slope, PinSeeker with JOLT and a rechargeable battery that lasts 50+ rounds. Ideal for light bags and smaller hands.
The A1 Slope is the most compact Bushnell laser ever made, and it changes the equation for golfers who find the Tour models bulky. It slips into a trouser pocket, fits smaller hands, and still delivers Tour-trusted slope technology, PinSeeker with JOLT, and a slope on/off button for tournament play.
The other big difference is power. Instead of a CR2 cell, the A1 Slope has an integrated battery that charges by USB-C and lasts 50+ rounds on a full charge. It ranges 350+ yards to a flag and up to 1,300 yards in total, with 6x magnification and IPX6 weather resistance.
Of all the Bushnell rangefinders here, this is the one we suggest for juniors, lady golfers and anyone building a lightweight carry bag. The shorter flag range is rarely a problem for club golfers.
- Smallest, lightest Bushnell laser
- USB-C charging, no batteries to buy
- Slope with on/off button
- Lowest price of our five
- 350+ yard flag range is shorter than the Tour models
- Smaller body is fiddlier with gloves on
- Magnetic skin rather than an integrated mount
★★★★★
Best premium: Bushnell Pro X3+
The flagship Bushnell laser adds wind speed and direction to slope, with 7x optics, a red or black display and a fully waterproof armoured body.
The Pro X3+ is the most advanced Bushnell rangefinder we sell. It goes further than slope by factoring in wind speed and direction through its Elements mode, with an adjustable Home Elevation setting that calibrates distances to the altitude where you play most of your golf.
The hardware matches the price. You get 7x magnification, 600 yards to a flag and a dual display that toggles between bright red and crisp black. The rubber-armoured metal housing is IPX7 rated, so it is fully waterproof, and Bluetooth links it to the Bushnell Golf app.
A patented locking Slope-Switch makes it legal for tournament play with slope disabled. For a deeper look, our Bushnell Pro X3 review covers the platform in detail. Most club golfers will not need all of it.
- Wind- and slope-compensated distances
- Fully waterproof IPX7 metal body
- 7x magnification and 600-yard flag range
- Red or black display for any light
- £160 more than the V7 Shift
- Heaviest and largest of the five
- Wind data only helps if you trust your numbers
Bushnell rangefinder technology explained
PinSeeker with JOLT
The laser prioritises the closest target, so it picks out the flag rather than the trees behind. A short vibration confirms the lock.
Slope-Switch
A physical switch on the body turns slope on or off. With it off, the device shows straight-line distance only and is tournament legal where lasers are permitted.
Slope First and dual-colour OLED
Exclusive to the V7 Shift. The slope-adjusted yardage shows in green, so you read the playing distance first.
Elements and Home Elevation
Pro X3+ only. Distances are adjusted for wind speed, wind direction and altitude, calibrated to your home course so the numbers match your usual carries.
BITE magnetic mount
A magnet in the body, or a magnetic skin on the A1, sticks the laser to a buggy bar or trolley frame.
IPX6 vs IPX7
IPX6 withstands heavy rain and spray. IPX7 means the device can survive brief immersion, which is why the Pro X3+ is called fully waterproof.
Performance ratings
Scores are our PGA professional team’s editorial ratings for each Bushnell rangefinder, not customer reviews. The gaps are small.
Which one should you buy?
Priority 1: Do you want slope for practice and casual rounds?
- NO → The Tour V6 at £299 is always competition ready.
- YES → Skip to Priority 2.
Priority 2: Is size or weight a concern?
- YES → The A1 Slope at £279 is the smallest and lightest.
- NO → Skip to Priority 3.
Priority 3: How much do you want to spend?
- Up to £350 → Tour V6 Shift, proven slope and a 5.0 customer rating.
- Up to £400 → Tour V7 Shift, the clearest slope display.
- No limit → Pro X3+, with wind, slope and full waterproofing.
The Competition Regular
Profile: Handicap 5 to 14, plays medals and league matches most weekends.
Recommendation: Bushnell Tour V6 (£299) or Tour V7 Shift (£389).
Why: The V6 has no slope to forget; the V7 Shift gives you slope for practice with a switch for comps.
The Weekend Improver
Profile: Handicap 15 to 28, plays social rounds and wants to learn real yardages.
Recommendation: Bushnell Tour V6 Shift (£349).
Why: Slope teaches you how much hills really change a shot, at a price that leaves room for lessons.
The Light-Bag Golfer
Profile: Handicap 18 to 36, junior or senior, carries a pencil or small stand bag.
Recommendation: Bushnell A1 Slope (£279).
Why: Pocket-sized, rechargeable and simple, with slope that switches off for club competitions.
Need expert advice? Not sure whether slope or wind readings are worth the extra money for your game? Our PGA professional team is happy to help. Call us free on 0800 3681097 or email sales@thegolfshoponline.co.uk
Bushnell rangefinders: frequently asked questions
Are Bushnell rangefinders legal in competitions?
Yes, as long as any slope or wind function is switched off.
Under the Rules of Golf, distance-measuring devices are allowed unless a Local Rule bans them, but features that measure elevation or wind are not. Every Bushnell rangefinder in this guide either has no slope, like the Tour V6, or a switch to disable it, so each one can be used in club competitions that permit lasers.
What is the difference between the Tour V6 Shift and Tour V7 Shift?
The V7 Shift adds a dual-colour OLED display and a few smart features.
Both use the same slope technology, Slope-Switch, 6x optics and 500+ yard flag range. The V7 Shift shows slope-adjusted yardages in green, adds Yardage Range Recall and LINK pairing with Foresight Sports devices. It costs £389 against £349, so the V6 Shift remains a strong buy if the display upgrade is not important to you.
Which Bushnell rangefinder is easiest for smaller hands?
The A1 Slope is the most compact Bushnell laser ever made.
It is noticeably smaller than the Tour-series models, which weigh around 8.5 to 8.7oz, and it charges by USB-C instead of taking a CR2 battery. Bushnell designed it with juniors and lady golfers in mind, and it still offers slope, PinSeeker with JOLT and a magnetic skin for mounting on a trolley or buggy.
What battery do Bushnell rangefinders use?
Tour and Pro models take a single CR2 battery; the A1 Slope is rechargeable.
A CR2 cell typically lasts a full season of regular golf, and we include a free spare with the Tour V6, V6 Shift, V7 Shift and Pro X3+. Spare Panasonic CR2 batteries cost £5.99. The A1 Slope charges by USB-C and runs for 50+ rounds per charge, so you never need to buy replacement cells.
Is the Pro X3+ worth the extra over the Tour V7 Shift?
Only if you want wind readings and full waterproofing.
The Pro X3+ adds Elements mode for wind speed and direction, 7x magnification, a 600 yard flag range and an IPX7 armoured metal body. Those are genuine upgrades for golfers who practise with data or play exposed links courses. For most club golfers, the V7 Shift delivers the same core accuracy for £160 less.
How accurate are Bushnell rangefinders?
Every model in this guide measures to within one yard.
Accuracy is not the differentiator between Bushnell models; it is display, features and size. What matters in practice is locking onto the flag rather than the background, which is why PinSeeker with JOLT vibration is on every model. A steady hand improves your readings more than any spec sheet.
Why Purchase Your Bushnell Rangefinder from The Golf Shop Online?
Award-Winning Service Since 2002
Average Rating: 4.9 out of 5.0
29,000+ Total Reviews
8,000+ on Reviews.co.uk · 6,000+ on Trustpilot · 15,000+ on Google
Led by PGA professional Mark Crossfield, with over 330 million YouTube views
60-Day Returns
Not quite right? Return it unused, unopened and in its original packaging within 60 days for a full refund.
Authorised Retailer
Every product is genuine stock supplied through official brand channels, with the full manufacturer warranty.
Expert PGA Guidance
Four PGA professionals are on hand by phone and email to help you choose, before and after you buy.
Free UK Standard Delivery
Every order over £30 ships with free standard UK delivery, with tracked options available.
Lowest Price Promise
Found it cheaper at a UK authorised retailer? Talk to us and we will do our utmost to match it.
Real Golfers, Real Reviews
More than 29,000 verified reviews across Reviews.co.uk, Trustpilot and Google, averaging 4.9 out of 5.
Our verdict
There is no weak model in the current range, which is why picking between Bushnell rangefinders comes down to how you play. For most golfers, the Tour V7 Shift is the one to buy. Its green slope display is the clearest in the line-up, it switches off for competitions, and at £389 it sits comfortably below the Pro X3+.
If budget matters, the Tour V6 Shift gives you proven slope for £349, while competition regulars can save further with the Tour V6. The A1 Slope suits anyone who wants something small and rechargeable, and the Pro X3+ is the pick for data-driven golfers who want wind readings in a waterproof body.
Ready to know your numbers?
Every Bushnell rangefinder ships free on orders over £30, with a spare CR2 battery on Tour and Pro models and 60-day returns.
Complete Your Setup: Course Tech Essentials
- GPS golf watches – pair a laser with a watch for front, middle and back yardages on every hole.
- Golf shot tracking – learn your real carry distances so every reading turns into the right club.
- Shot Scope X5 review – a GPS watch with built-in tracking that works alongside any laser.
- Golf bags – stand and cart bags with dedicated rangefinder pockets.
- Golf umbrellas – keep yourself and your laser dry through the winter.
Want to check exactly what the Rules allow? The official guidance on distance-measuring devices is published by The R&A, which governs the Rules of Golf outside the USA and Mexico.
Disclaimer: Prices, specifications, and availability are accurate as of publication but may change. All Bushnell products featured are genuine products from an authorised retailer. Product performance may vary based on individual use and care. 60-Day Returns Policy: If you are unhappy with any product, you may return it — unused, unopened, and in its original packaging — within 60 days for a full refund.
Free UK Standard Delivery: Every order over £30 from The Golf Shop Online comes with free standard UK delivery. For the latest pricing, availability, and product specifications, visit our website or contact our team on 0800 3681097. The Golf Shop Online has served golfers since 2002, with award-winning customer service backed by 29,000+ verified reviews across Reviews.co.uk, Trustpilot, and Google.
Related Posts
-
Best Bushnell Rangefinders 2026: The Complete Buying GuideBest Bushnell Rangefinders 2026: Every Tour, A1 and Pro...
- September 29, 2026
-
Titleist T250 Utility Iron Review: The Long Game Fix
Titleist T250 Utility Iron Review: The Long Game Fix...
- September 28, 2026
-
Best Golf Practice Ball Bags 2026: Top 5 for Winter Practice
Best Golf Practice Ball Bags 2026: Top 5 for...
- September 28, 2026
-
Understanding the Ping Colour Chart & Dot System
Ping Colour Chart – can you understand it?...
- September 20, 2026
-
Ping Grip Sizes – How to Choose The Correct Golf Grip
If you have read our blog on choosing the...
- September 16, 2026
-
Can I custom fit Ping Golf Clubs online?
A frequent question our golf professionals get while speaking...
- November 9, 2020
![X [Twitter]](https://www.thegolfshoponline.co.uk/assets/themes/gso2022/images/footer/icon-x.png){kind=icon}
