Good comparison. Only note is that there is not a “width” mode to measure fairway width. It is “horizontal distance and height” mode which shows you the horizontal distance measured along the level line to target, regardless of incline angle. In other words if you pointed it at the top of a building, the horizontal distance would be the distance to the base of the building, and separately the height of the building would also be displayed. The other mode variation is “actual distance and height” which would show you the straight line distance to the top.
Great review. Recently returned a bushNell tour v5 shift for the cool shot pro ii stabilized after watching this review. No comparison in my opinion, the Nikon knocks it out of the park. Optics, display, stability etc…. The BushNell just feels like 5 year old technology compared to the Nikon.
Gabe. Great review. Trying the 50i for a few rounds now. Even with 2 hands, locking to the pin not always easy Although if you tap the button it will give you the distance without locking to it. So in short I found hard to lock but when locking not attainable you can tap the top button quick and will read it without the lock. Did you have similar experience with 50i? Tia. Wish the lock was more frequent myself
Love the fact that you try not to get your items from the manufacturer to keep your reviews unbiased. Love the content, keep it up and you'll go far on youtube.
Enjoyed the video, hoping you are right but you mentioned vibration when locking onto the flag. I generally go deep on research when buying particularly expensive toys. You are the only reviewer that says this about the pro II. I ordered from Amazon and can’t wait to start using on the course as the image stabilization is a game changer in my opinion. So, does it have haptics?
Great review as always gabe. Love the content. I wish my blue tees had a magnet but honsetlynits light-years ahead if what I had so I dont even feel right wanting more. Lol
Thanks for the videos ! I'm looking at both the Nikon Coolshot Pro II Stabilized and the Tec Tec Tec Ult-S Pro. I saw the reviews you did on both, Is there that much of a difference between them ? I am a senior mid range handicap player that feels the stabilization would be better for me. I have always used the GPS watches that don't have slope adjustment. Never used a rangefinder. Recommendations from anyone.Thanks
I bought the 50i thanks to your review thanks for what you do!!!! little side note my 50i came with the hard case don't know if they changed that up now because of complaints, but I definitely like the hard case better
Great video Gabe. I wound up buying the Coolshot pro 2 stabilized after I saw this video. The only comment I have is it doesn’t vibrate when you lock on to target but I believe you mentioned it does? Am I doing something wrong?
Gabe! I was just watching your Garmin Z82 review today since I’m in the market for a range finder. Thoughts on these two compared to Z82? Where should I dump more money 😵💫
Well, let’s say “invest” that money 😉 Z82 is really a different beast altogether with a price tag to match. If budget was no issue, that’s my personal choice for all it can do. But there are some drawbacks like battery always needing charge, setting up the course, powering on/off. These Nikons are more “grab and go”, so I do like that a lot. No bad choices really. Just depends on what you need.
I just purchased the Nikon coolshot proii stabilized. I also purchased a “Genew” leather magnetic case for it, but I’m afraid the magnets will mess up the stabilizing. This is my plan = I put a silicone cover over the rangefinder. It’s by tusita, and it’s made for it, fits like a glove. Then I was going to add the magnetic leather case over that, but I will also put a layer of aluminum foil in between the magnets and the silicone case to help block the magnetic field. Anybody have an opinion on this, or have a better suggestion? Thanks
Ive got an old Nikon Cool Shot thats at least 10 yrs old. Its accurate but old technology. Cost 149.00 when it was new. Still works like a charm (so Nikon builds a good one that lasts) but no slope technology then. BTW, what are the costs of these two?
Gabe, what brand of golf shirts do you wear? Some of those are pretty sharp. When I start back up playing golf again, I will need to get some shirts for sure.
Thanks. My favorites are Peter Millar (I'm not sponsored by them in any way). This one in this video is actually a super cheapie I bought at Marshall's but I really do like the colors and the fit. Not even sure of the brand TBH.
@@LetsPlayThru Thanks. I did buy a Grand Slam shirt and a Pebble Beach Shirt at Bealls fairly cheap to start with. Both are those moisture control ones that will help with this Florida heat.
I was not clear about how you decided who won the range finder from your live stream. I thought you said it was based on witty comments. I had several. I don't recall seeing many others. Please clarify.
@@LetsPlayThru Pulled the trigger on the Nikon coolshot stabilized pro ii as got a great deal £270. Bushnell was fair bit steeper but think I’ll still be quite happy. Thanks Gabe and keep up the great work. One of my favourite channels 🤙🏼
Thank you for the review. I bought the pro II. Is it normal to hear a sound as if something is loose inside the device? The device came inside a box with no air bubble. I wonder if it is damaged. Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
definitely not a surgeon over here, and with my bushnell i cannot use it with one hand unless i want a pot luck of whether i zapped the flag, greenside bunker or house three fairways over 😂
I’ve had 4 leupold golf rangefinders with excellent warranty replacement in the past. Their nice but don’t last more than couple of years. Now leupold isn’t warranty them like they have done in the past with other gold ring products. Sad but will not buy them again. Common for the Displays burn out and lasers malfunction rendering useless. Considering bushnell or Nikon now.
Love watching people pull out a range finder, check the distance, pick a club, and then completely miss the shot and only hit the ball like 10 yards away
@@LetsPlayThru I watched someone last weekend do that 3 times in a row, and each time he pulled out the range finder. Lol. Felt bad for the guy though, you could tell he was just trying to get off our fairway and back on his own.
Good comparison. Only note is that there is not a “width” mode to measure fairway width. It is “horizontal distance and height” mode which shows you the horizontal distance measured along the level line to target, regardless of incline angle. In other words if you pointed it at the top of a building, the horizontal distance would be the distance to the base of the building, and separately the height of the building would also be displayed. The other mode variation is “actual distance and height” which would show you the straight line distance to the top.
Just order the Coolshot pro 2 stabilize thur affiliate link after seeing your review. Thank you for your great review on both these rangefinder.
Nice!! That’s a solid one. Nikon In my bag most days.
Recently found this channel and I’m in love with it great informative and entertaining content
Great review. Recently returned a bushNell tour v5 shift for the cool shot pro ii stabilized after watching this review. No comparison in my opinion, the Nikon knocks it out of the park. Optics, display, stability etc…. The BushNell just feels like 5 year old technology compared to the Nikon.
I'll be checking out the Coolshot Pro II because my hands aren't that steady. Thank you for the review.
The quality of your videos is excellent 👍🏻🏌️♂️
Thanks Sam, much appreciated
@@LetsPlayThru No problem 👍🏻
Great review Gabe! I like the magnet on the side and the stabilizer is a really nice feature.
Hi, thanks for another great video🙌 really enjoy it very informative!
Gabe. Great review. Trying the 50i for a few rounds now. Even with 2 hands, locking to the pin not always easy Although if you tap the button it will give you the distance without locking to it. So in short I found hard to lock but when locking not attainable you can tap the top button quick and will read it without the lock. Did you have similar experience with 50i? Tia. Wish the lock was more frequent myself
Once again, very nice and informative video. Bought the Acegmet rangefinder after watching your review of that one. Thanks Gabe.
Thats a good one, thanks Ricardo
Love the fact that you try not to get your items from the manufacturer to keep your reviews unbiased. Love the content, keep it up and you'll go far on youtube.
Thanks DJ, appreciate your support
First to watch here in NZ, great presentation as always!
Thanks for tuning in Nukz!
Enjoyed the video, hoping you are right but you mentioned vibration when locking onto the flag. I generally go deep on research when buying particularly expensive toys. You are the only reviewer that says this about the pro II. I ordered from Amazon and can’t wait to start using on the course as the image stabilization is a game changer in my opinion. So, does it have haptics?
Let me retest today. I’ll get back to you with a definitive answer.
You missed a gripe on the Coolshot Pro: the case is a PITA to open quickly. I ditched the case and substituted the case from my old range finder.
Love the Hat bro, great video
Thank you my friend
Great review as always gabe. Love the content. I wish my blue tees had a magnet but honsetlynits light-years ahead if what I had so I dont even feel right wanting more. Lol
And I cant beat the price for what I paid for the blue tees lol.
Thanks for the videos ! I'm looking at both the Nikon Coolshot Pro II Stabilized and the Tec Tec Tec Ult-S Pro. I saw the reviews you did on both, Is there that much of a difference between them ? I am a senior mid range handicap player that feels the stabilization would be better for me. I have always used the GPS watches that don't have slope adjustment. Never used a rangefinder. Recommendations from anyone.Thanks
Stabilization is everything. I always bounce around especially when it’s a longer distance
I bought the 50i thanks to your review thanks for what you do!!!! little side note my 50i came with the hard case don't know if they changed that up now because of complaints, but I definitely like the hard case better
That’s awesome, good to know!!
50i comes with the hard case. PROII doesn't
Great review. Thanks. Do you have any information/experience how these devices react on foggy or rainy weather conditions ? Greetings from Germany 😊⛳
All rangefinders can struggle a little bit with fog, but I find Nikon optics to lead the pack in terms of visibility.
@@LetsPlayThru thanks 😉
Great video Gabe. I wound up buying the Coolshot pro 2 stabilized after I saw this video. The only comment I have is it doesn’t vibrate when you lock on to target but I believe you mentioned it does? Am I doing something wrong?
It should try scanning from left to right or vice versa with the flag in your point of view.
@@LetsPlayThru will do. Thanks Gabe
(4:36) I think height mode in particular is a carry over from Nikon's forestry rangefinder.
Enjoy watching your videos. I just feel like I would be comfortable being on links with you. I tend to get nervous around some people.
Thanks Steven, much appreciated
I used a Nikon coolshot 20 for years...need no more, it's perfect
Gabe! I was just watching your Garmin Z82 review today since I’m in the market for a range finder. Thoughts on these two compared to Z82? Where should I dump more money 😵💫
Well, let’s say “invest” that money 😉 Z82 is really a different beast altogether with a price tag to match. If budget was no issue, that’s my personal choice for all it can do. But there are some drawbacks like battery always needing charge, setting up the course, powering on/off. These Nikons are more “grab and go”, so I do like that a lot. No bad choices really. Just depends on what you need.
I just purchased the Nikon coolshot proii stabilized. I also purchased a “Genew” leather magnetic case for it, but I’m afraid the magnets will mess up the stabilizing. This is my plan = I put a silicone cover over the rangefinder. It’s by tusita, and it’s made for it, fits like a glove. Then I was going to add the magnetic leather case over that, but I will also put a layer of aluminum foil in between the magnets and the silicone case to help block the magnetic field. Anybody have an opinion on this, or have a better suggestion? Thanks
Ive got an old Nikon Cool Shot thats at least 10 yrs old. Its accurate but old technology. Cost 149.00 when it was new.
Still works like a charm (so Nikon builds a good one that lasts) but no slope technology then. BTW, what are the costs of these two?
UPS bringing my stabilized today.
Gabe, what brand of golf shirts do you wear? Some of those are pretty sharp. When I start back up playing golf again, I will need to get some shirts for sure.
Thanks. My favorites are Peter Millar (I'm not sponsored by them in any way). This one in this video is actually a super cheapie I bought at Marshall's but I really do like the colors and the fit. Not even sure of the brand TBH.
@@LetsPlayThru Thanks. I did buy a Grand Slam shirt and a Pebble Beach Shirt at Bealls fairly cheap to start with. Both are those moisture control ones that will help with this Florida heat.
I was not clear about how you decided who won the range finder from your live stream. I thought you said it was based on witty comments. I had several. I don't recall seeing many others. Please clarify.
Gabe bushnell x3 pro or Nikon cool shot stabilized ii if you had to pick.
Bushnell
@@LetsPlayThru Pulled the trigger on the Nikon coolshot stabilized pro ii as got a great deal £270. Bushnell was fair bit steeper but think I’ll still be quite happy. Thanks Gabe and keep up the great work. One of my favourite channels 🤙🏼
I wish I read this thread 30 minutes ago. Just picked up the Nikon and crossing fingers. The 5 year warranty got me.
I need one of those here in Murfreesboro Tennessee just right outside Nashville
Thank you for the review. I bought the pro II. Is it normal to hear a sound as if something is loose inside the device? The device came inside a box with no air bubble. I wonder if it is damaged. Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
Yes that’s the lens correction for stability
@@LetsPlayThru Thank you for the information. That was greatly appreciated.
Price difference?
This should be a good comparrison video!
I need a new range finder I was thinking the blue tees is that a good one or any other recommendation I need under $200
Hi Nick, on a super budget, here’s my pick: www.playbetter.com/products/tasco-tee-2-green-golf-laser-rangefinder?ghref=7209%3A118076
definitely not a surgeon over here, and with my bushnell i cannot use it with one hand unless i want a pot luck of whether i zapped the flag, greenside bunker or house three fairways over 😂
too funny dude. Yes, I've found the older a get the more wobbly the image gets
Why isn’t there a magnet for the Pro II???
stabilized does not work with magnet.
what happens to slightly colourblind people looking thru this? can we see anything?
My Leupold GX-I5 hasn’t worked well for me. I can’t get yardages for targets other than the pin.
I’ve had 4 leupold golf rangefinders with excellent warranty replacement in the past. Their nice but don’t last more than couple of years. Now leupold isn’t warranty them like they have done in the past with other gold ring products. Sad but will not buy them again. Common for the Displays burn out and lasers malfunction rendering useless. Considering bushnell or Nikon now.
Love watching people pull out a range finder, check the distance, pick a club, and then completely miss the shot and only hit the ball like 10 yards away
it's like whenever i decide to go for it on a par 5 and wait and wait and wait and then top it, LOL
@@LetsPlayThru I watched someone last weekend do that 3 times in a row, and each time he pulled out the range finder. Lol. Felt bad for the guy though, you could tell he was just trying to get off our fairway and back on his own.
Looks like you have an extra range finder
cool