GolfLogix GPS Review

(Editor's Note: Following is a review submitted by Don Schramm. The GolfLogix unit reviewed is a 2008 model. If you've used the GolfLogix, you can add your own comments below.)

Product: Garmin GolfLogix GPS Rangefinder
Reviewer: Don Schramm
Reviewer's Rating: 4.5 out of 5

Pros

• Made by Garmin, a leader in GPS
• Easy to use
• Runs on AA batteries that can be changed during a round if needed
• Durable
• Easy to add new golf courses

Cons

• Needs brighter screen contrast
• Users must pay a yearly fee ($29.95 at time this review was written)
• The GolfLogix doesn't recognize starting on the 10th hole - forces you to scroll through holes 1-9

When shopping for a golf GPS rangefinder, I read reviews of several others and talked to fellow golfers for their opinions. The GolfLogix was often advertised on the Golf Channel by Gary McCord and Peter Kostis and it appeared easy to use.

I hesitated for some time due to the price of the different models until I played with a golfer who was using the year 2007 GolfLogix. It was, indeed, easy to use and provided the information I most wanted: total hole distance; yardages to hazards and to clear those hazards; lay-up distances; and front, middle and back of green distances. The GolfLogix also provides the distance hit of previous shots, very helpful for club selection.

Searching eBay, I found several new units for auction, bid on several and eventually purchased a unit for considerably below retail. I paid less than $225 including shipping.

The GolfLogix GPS rangefinder has helped my game mentally and I believe it has helped my score. It is so comfortable to walk to my ball, look at the GolfLogix and make my club decision. My fellow players also use it, and two of them went on to purchase their own GolfLogix units.

I'm very pleased with the Garmin GolfLogix; it's easy to use and a valuable aide to club selection.