Arccos Smart Laser Rangefinder vs Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII
Side-by-side specs — range, magnification, slope, tournament-legality, and price. The better spec in each row is highlighted.
Budget · Laser + GPS
Arccos Smart Laser Rangefinder
$240 · 999 yd · 6.1x
Budget · Laser
Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII
$200 · 800 yd · 6.0x
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Arccos Smart Laser Rangefinder vs Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII — spec comparison
| Smart Laser Rangefinder | Coolshot 20 GIII | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $240 | $200 |
| Type | Laser + GPS | Laser |
| Max range | 999 yd | 800 yd |
| Magnification | 6.1x | 6.0x |
| Slope | Yes (switchable) | No |
| Tournament legal | Yes | Yes |
| Pin lock | Vibration | LOCKED ON QUAKE |
| Display | OLED | — |
| Image stabilization | — | No |
| Water resistance | IP44 | Rainproof |
| Battery | CR2 3V Lithium | CR2 3V Lithium |
| Weight | 7.1 oz | 4.6 oz |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | No |
Arccos Smart Laser Rangefinder vs Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII — frequently asked
Which has longer range, the Arccos Smart Laser Rangefinder or Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII?
The Arccos Smart Laser Rangefinder ranges farther — up to 999 yards, vs 800 yards for the Coolshot 20 GIII. In practice both reach a flag well beyond normal golf distances; the bigger number mainly matters for reflective targets.
Which is better for tournament play, the Arccos Smart Laser Rangefinder or Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII?
Both are tournament-legal (slope can be switched off where present), so either is fine for competitive rounds.
What is the price difference between the Arccos Smart Laser Rangefinder and Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII?
The Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII is cheaper by about $40 ($200 vs $240).
Which has higher magnification?
The Arccos Smart Laser Rangefinder has 6.1x magnification vs 6.0x on the Coolshot 20 GIII, giving a slightly larger view of the target.