Blue Tees Captain Air vs Bushnell Pro X3+
Side-by-side specs — range, magnification, slope, tournament-legality, and price. The better spec in each row is highlighted.
Mid-range · Laser + GPS
Blue Tees Captain Air
$250 · 1,000 yd · 6.0x
Premium · Laser
Bushnell Pro X3+
$476 · 1,300 yd · 7.0x
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Blue Tees Captain Air vs Bushnell Pro X3+ — spec comparison
| Captain Air | Pro X3+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $250 | $476 |
| Type | Laser + GPS | Laser |
| Max range | 1,000 yd | 1,300 yd |
| Magnification | 6.0x | 7.0x |
| Slope | Yes (switchable) | Yes (switchable) |
| Tournament legal | Yes | Yes |
| Pin lock | — | PinSeeker with Visual JOLT Technology |
| Display | Red/Black HD dual-color | OLED red/black dual display |
| Image stabilization | — | — |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IPX7 |
| Battery | Lithium-Ion (USB-C Rechargeable) | 3-Volt Lithium (CR-2) |
| Weight | — | 12.0 oz |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | No |
Blue Tees Captain Air vs Bushnell Pro X3+ — frequently asked
Which has longer range, the Blue Tees Captain Air or Bushnell Pro X3+?
The Bushnell Pro X3+ ranges farther — up to 1,300 yards, vs 1,000 yards for the Captain Air. 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 Blue Tees Captain Air or Bushnell Pro X3+?
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 Blue Tees Captain Air and Bushnell Pro X3+?
The Blue Tees Captain Air is cheaper by about $226 ($250 vs $476).
Which has higher magnification?
The Bushnell Pro X3+ has 7.0x magnification vs 6.0x on the Captain Air, giving a slightly larger view of the target.