Is this the Budget Rangefinder to Beat in 2025?
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Is this the Budget Rangefinder to Beat in 2025?

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Is this the Budget Rangefinder to Beat in 2025?

Bushnell A1 Slope

What We Like

  • New, portable size
  • Tour-level Accuracy`

What We Don't Like

  • Lacks some of the features of the mainline Pro X3

The Bottom Line

The Bushnell A1 Slope fills a much-needed gap in Bushnell’s lineup of rangefinders. Priced at $299, this budget beauty brings Tour-level accuracy down to a price point that’s affordable for all.

A new budget baller for Bushnell?

Bushnell is the number one name in the rangefinder game as evidenced by their domination of our Most Wanted Rangefinder testing for years on end.

But one thing they’ve always lacked is a budget offering. Where brands like Precision Pro, Shot Scope and more thrive in the $300 tier, Bushnell’s offerings have always far exceeded this price, even with their takedown models (like the Tour V6 Shift).

Now Bushnell has a challenger in the budget category and I’m super-excited about it. The Bushnell A1 Slope is a $299 mini rangefinder that packs “tour-level” accuracy into a smaller frame. No, that’s not “AI.” That’s A1, as in the steak sauce.

So, what, if any, sacrifices are there when compared to the top of the line Bushnell offerings? For $300 less than the baller Pro X3+ Link, you’re still getting:

  • Slope
  • JOLT vibration with PinSeeker technology
  • 6x magnification
  • USB-C rechargeable

That’s a whole lot for less than $300. Sure, it doesn’t have the same 1,500 yard range as its big brother, nor the ability to connect to the Bushnell app for wind and weather calculations. But it does everything you need it to do to play a solid round of golf without the extra frills.

Sometimes, simple is better. Such is the case with the A1 Slope. For those who have always felt “priced out” by Bushnell’s flagship offerings, the A1 Slope gives you the trusted Bushnell accuracy in a package that’s as portable as it is affordable.

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Connor Lindeman

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Connor is MyGolfSpy's resident sneakerhead and the authority on all things golf shoe performance. He's tested over 150 different pairs (and counting). When he isn't scrolling Twitter to find his next golf shoe purchase, you can find him at the piano or trying a new dessert place with his wife and daughter. #Lefty

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      Bob

      1 year ago

      Your definition of budget and mine are two different things I guess I’m not in your pay grade typical on this site lately

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      JasonA

      1 year ago

      If I could trust $300 Bushnell to last for 10 years it would be great VALUE offer even if not quite “budget”.
      Main issue I have with Bushnell is multiple reports from my playing compatriots of their Tour models failing. While my $170 Nikon Coolshot has been battered for over 11 years it is still as accurate as the Bushnell’s. Anecdotal sure, but issues seem a bit too frequent an occurrence for $500 device. And I would fear the $300 device is even less robust. A 2 year “limited” (i.e. no rain water damage coverage as I understand it) warranty on even the $600 Pro X3+LINK is a bit underwhelming.

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      OpMan

      1 year ago

      $299?????!!!!!!!!
      that is not “budget” LMAO
      So many cheap knock-off ones available that do just fine, all over the web, for around $50

      Reply

      Chuck H

      1 year ago

      Clearly true

      Reply

      Rog

      1 year ago

      Exactly. I have a Wosports Chinese brand that’s on Amazon for 50 bucks right now, and it’s within a yard of my buddy’s $400 Bushnell, every time.

      Reply

      Kelly

      1 year ago

      You have some odd ideas about what constitutes “budget.”

      Reply

      Jason Moore

      1 year ago

      If this had triangulation, it would be a no brainer.

      Reply

      Peejer

      1 year ago

      For $75 – This is a better deal – https://www.rockbottomgolf.com/electronics/rangefinders/harry-taylor-golf-ht-black-laser-rangefinder/
      USB Rechargable, 7X magnification AND this one has magnet

      Reply

      Peejer

      1 year ago

      Oh yeah – it has Flag-Lock and Slope technology too…

      Reply

      Murv

      1 year ago

      Many very nice products available under $100.

      Reply

      Dr Tee

      1 year ago

      Posting glitch clarification–BUDGET is : Shotscope Pro L2 <$200 ($149 on Amazon). NOT $300 range

      Reply

      Chuck H

      1 year ago

      hmmm if you think this is budget I just have to laugh. Plenty of decent quality rangefinders on Amazon for $59-$79 that work just fine Been using them for several years and I play 3 x a week – No issues.

      Reply

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