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