Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII vs Shot Scope PRO L5
Side-by-side specs — range, magnification, slope, tournament-legality, and price. The better spec in each row is highlighted.
Budget · Laser
Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII
$200 · 800 yd · 6.0x
Budget · Laser
Shot Scope PRO L5
$230 · 1,300 yd · 7.0x
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Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII vs Shot Scope PRO L5 — spec comparison
| Coolshot 20 GIII | PRO L5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $200 | $230 |
| Type | Laser | Laser |
| Max range | 800 yd | 1,300 yd |
| Magnification | 6.0x | 7.0x |
| Slope | No | Yes (switchable) |
| Tournament legal | Yes | Yes |
| Pin lock | LOCKED ON QUAKE | Target-lock vibration with Gen 2 rapid-fire detection |
| Display | — | OLED |
| Image stabilization | No | — |
| Water resistance | Rainproof | — |
| Battery | CR2 3V Lithium | — |
| Weight | 4.6 oz | — |
| Built-in GPS | No | No |
Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII vs Shot Scope PRO L5 — frequently asked
Which has longer range, the Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII or Shot Scope PRO L5?
The Shot Scope PRO L5 ranges farther — up to 1,300 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 Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII or Shot Scope PRO L5?
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 Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII and Shot Scope PRO L5?
The Nikon Coolshot 20 GIII is cheaper by about $30 ($200 vs $230).
Which has higher magnification?
The Shot Scope PRO L5 has 7.0x magnification vs 6.0x on the Coolshot 20 GIII, giving a slightly larger view of the target.