Voice Caddie SL3 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 + GPS
Voice Caddie SL3
$599 · 1,000 yd · 6.0x
Premium · Laser
Bushnell Pro XE
$549 · 1,300 yd · 7.0x
Voice Caddie SL3 vs Bushnell Pro XE — spec comparison
| SL3 | Pro XE | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $599 | $549 |
| 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 | Pin Tracer, GPS Pin Assist, Vibration | PinSeeker with Visual JOLT |
| Display | OLED red | LCD red, 4 brightness levels |
| Image stabilization | Yes | — |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX7 |
| Battery | Lithium-polymer 1000mAh | CR-2 3 Volt Lithium |
| Weight | 7.8 oz | 11.0 oz |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | Yes |
Voice Caddie SL3 vs Bushnell Pro XE — frequently asked
Which has longer range, the Voice Caddie SL3 or Bushnell Pro XE?
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 Voice Caddie SL3 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 Voice Caddie SL3 and Bushnell Pro XE?
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.