Bushnell Pro XE vs Voice Caddie SL3
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 + GPS
Voice Caddie SL3
$599 · 1,000 yd · 6.0x
Bushnell Pro XE vs Voice Caddie SL3 — spec comparison
| Pro XE | SL3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $549 | $599 |
| Type | Laser | Laser + GPS |
| Max range | 1,300 yd | 1,000 yd |
| Magnification | 7.0x | 6.0x |
| Slope | Yes (switchable) | Yes (switchable) |
| Tournament legal | Yes | Yes |
| Pin lock | PinSeeker with Visual JOLT | Pin Tracer, GPS Pin Assist, Vibration |
| Display | LCD red, 4 brightness levels | OLED red |
| Image stabilization | — | Yes |
| Water resistance | IPX7 | IPX4 |
| Battery | CR-2 3 Volt Lithium | Lithium-polymer 1000mAh |
| Weight | 11.0 oz | 7.8 oz |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | Yes |
Bushnell Pro XE vs Voice Caddie SL3 — frequently asked
Which has longer range, the Bushnell Pro XE or Voice Caddie SL3?
The Bushnell Pro XE ranges farther — up to 1,300 yards, vs 1,000 yards for the SL3. 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 Voice Caddie SL3?
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 Voice Caddie SL3?
The Bushnell Pro XE is cheaper by about $50 ($549 vs $599).
Which has higher magnification?
The Bushnell Pro XE has 7.0x magnification vs 6.0x on the SL3, giving a slightly larger view of the target.