Slope on/off is one of those things different manufacturers have implemented in different ways, and this little light is one more way of doing something unique from their competition. While any of the rangefinders mentioned in this post will do the job of telling you distances, there are some that will do it faster, are more enjoyable to use, and have features that while not always essential are really nice to have. I don’t expect it to stay like that for long though, because their current lineup has something for everyone. Golfers know that precise measurements are critical to their game. The Cobalt Q6 Slope Rangefinder offers slope technology, which is essential for calculating accurate distances and making smarter club selections.

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This is the first rangefinder we’ve reviewed over the last few years that can truly give Bushnell a run for it’s money, while doing so at a budget price point. As I mentioned above it has a waterproof rating of IPX7, which means it can withstand water immersion of up to 3 feet for 30 minutes. It has a GPS screen built in, so you can glance at it to get green distances, and even a green heatmap showing the breaks – giving you a much better idea of where to position your approach.Sounds like these added features will shorten the battery life. Which usually happens in the middle of your round and leaves you digging through your bag to find your spares. Do they have specs on average battery life/ If you’re able to move beyond the very good budget products, and the also very good and more popular Bushnell products – you’ll find the Cobalt Q6 Slope to be one of the very best rangefinders on the market. Accuracy seemed excellent. I was able to compare with a number of other units, including my older Bushnells,and the yardages were identical. I've only used it a couple of times at my home club, and the “plays like” distances in Slope more also seemed accurate.

Cobalt Q6 Slope Review: Most Underrated Rangefinder in Golf? Cobalt Q6 Slope Review: Most Underrated Rangefinder in Golf?

The Cobalt Q6 Slope Rangefinder boasts exceptional range abilities and precise slope measurements, making it a game-changer for golfers of all skill levels. Range And Measurement Capabilities The all-in-one user interface utilizes a hall-effect sensor designed to measure the magnitude of a magnetic field. And because mechanical switches can fail over time and are prone to water intrusion, the magnetic SmartSwitch is designed to prevent mechanical switch failures and water intrusion. The benefit to you is there is no more fumbling around with complicated or time-consuming menu navigation. The Nikon COOLSHOT PROII STABILIZED has both extremely accurate slope distances and an advanced optical stabilization system to reduce vibration (up to 80%). Includes an OLED display, IPX4 waterproof, and incredible Nikon optics! I’ve never been one to use a rangefinder. I use the GPS on my golf app as I approach my ball but there are times that’s just not a great solution. Reading your review actually highlights where I would find the best usage and anything that might shave a shot off…well why not! The real reason I’d use one is to slow me down. I’m a “fast” player, says everyone I play with, and I can see taking an extra moment might be beneficial to my game.It’s also worth noting that the Q-6 Slope’s aluminum and magnesium body is waterproof (let’s not try sending it to the bottom of a lake to test) and comes with a fully transferable lifetime warranty. I imagine everything I said about the original will hold true, and likely have a couple added features.

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The top-of-the-line rangefinder from Bushnell, the Pro X3is the very best rangefinder we’ve tested. When slope mode is on, it shows you the slope-adjusted distance in the same spot where it previously gave you the actual yardage. Then right below it tells you what degree of adjustment was necessary. They had potential, but I found them to inconsistent to really be able to give them a strong recommendation.I originally has the TecTecTec Vpro 500, it’s the perfect entry level rangefinder. A few months ago I upgraded to the NX7 after reading another post. It was highly recommended and seems like good value for money. And the best of the best? It’s the Leupold GX-6c, which has all kinds of tech from fog mode, to an automatic club selector, and yes, image stabilization. Based on your review I took the plunge and bought a Cobalt. Previously I was a Nikon fan, having used 2 different models over the past 12 years.