Bushnell Pro XE vs Nikon Coolshot Pro III Stabilized
Side-by-side specs — range, magnification, slope, tournament-legality, and price. The better spec in each row is highlighted.
Premium · Laser
Bushnell Pro XE
$549 · 1,300 yd · 7.0x
Premium · Laser
Nikon Coolshot Pro III Stabilized
$530 · 1,200 yd · 6.0x
Bushnell Pro XE vs Nikon Coolshot Pro III Stabilized — spec comparison
| Pro XE | Coolshot Pro III Stabilized | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $549 | $530 |
| Type | Laser | Laser |
| Max range | 1,300 yd | 1,200 yd |
| Magnification | 7.0x | 6.0x |
| Slope | Yes (switchable) | Yes (switchable) |
| Tournament legal | Yes | Yes |
| Pin lock | PinSeeker with Visual JOLT | DUAL LOCKED ON QUAKE |
| Display | LCD red, 4 brightness levels | — |
| Image stabilization | — | Yes |
| Water resistance | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Battery | CR-2 3 Volt Lithium | CR2 lithium |
| Weight | 11.0 oz | 7.2 oz |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | No |
Bushnell Pro XE vs Nikon Coolshot Pro III Stabilized — frequently asked
Which has longer range, the Bushnell Pro XE or Nikon Coolshot Pro III Stabilized?
The Bushnell Pro XE ranges farther — up to 1,300 yards, vs 1,200 yards for the Coolshot Pro III Stabilized. 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 Bushnell Pro XE or Nikon Coolshot Pro III Stabilized?
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 Bushnell Pro XE and Nikon Coolshot Pro III Stabilized?
The Nikon Coolshot Pro III Stabilized is cheaper by about $19 ($530 vs $549).
Which has higher magnification?
The Bushnell Pro XE has 7.0x magnification vs 6.0x on the Coolshot Pro III Stabilized, giving a slightly larger view of the target.