In the world of golf, precision is paramount, and golf rangefinders have become indispensable tools for golfers who seek perfect shot. Today, we'll delve into an in-depth comparison between two top contenders of long range rangefinder: the Mileseey PF1 and the Bushnell Tour V6 Shift. While both of the golf distance measuring devices have their own merits, the spotlight shines brightly on the Mileseey PF1, and here's why.
1. Design and Build Quality
Bushnell Tour V6 Shift: The Tour V6 Shift sports a sleek and ergonomic design. It's measures 4.5 x 3.07 x 1.61 inches, and weighs 8.5 ounces (241g), reviewed as a bit bulky and heavy however. With an IPX6 weather-resistant design, it's built to withstand challenging conditions. However, the IPX6 means it does not have a specified protection against dust.
Mileseey PF1: The PF1 takes pride in its exceptional rain-resistant design. It's not only compact but also incredibly lightweight,small and portable, measuring 3.78 x 2.52 x 1.42 inches and weighing a mere 150g.
What sets it apart is its IP67 rating and nitrogen-filled, fully-sealed casing, ensuring resilience even in challenging weather conditions, such as heaviest downpours, dew, humidity, and fogging. The IP67 rating also clarifies its protecting capability against dust.
Bushnell Tour V6 Shift
- Dimensions: 5 x 3.07 x 1.61 inches
- Weight: 5 ounces (241g)
- Design: combined casing
- IP grade: IPX6
Mileseey PF1
- Dimensions: 78 x 2.52 x 1.42 inches
- Weight: 150g
- Design: nitrogen-filled, fully-sealed casing
- IP grade: IP67
2. Performance
Bushnell Tour V6 Shift: The Tour V6 Shift offers a respectable range of 5-1300 yards (5-1189 meters) with 6x magnification. It features an illuminated Jolt indicator ring on its LCD display. Powered by a 3-volt lithium battery (CR-2), it provides a field of view of 330 feet at 1000 yards ( 7°).
Mileseey PF1: The Mileseey PF1 is a remarkable 1,000 yard rangefinder with a flag-lock range extending over 350 yards; it provides 6x magnification and an ultra-bright high light transmission optical systems that delivers exceptional clarity.
Fueled by an 800mAh built-in lithium rangefinder battery, it offers up to 7 hours of runtime or 15,000 measurements. The PF1's 7.5° field of view provides a broader perspective than many competitors.
Bushnell Tour V6 Shift:
- Optical lens: K9+ Wideband multi-coating
- Magnification: 6x
- Measuring range: 1,300 yards
- Flag-lock range: 350 yards
- Screen: LCD with flag-lock jolt indicator
- Field of view: 7°
- Rangefinder battery: CR-2
Mileseey PF1:
- Optical lens: BaK 4 Abbe Koenig+ Wideband multi-coating
- Magnification: 6x
- Measuring range: 1,000 yards
- Flag-lock range: 350 yards
- Screen: LCD
- Field of view: 7.5°
- Rangefinder battery: 800mAh Li-ion battery.
3. Flag-Locking Capability
Bushnell Tour V6 Shift: The Tour V6 incorporates PinSeeker technology with visual JOLT feedback, where a red ring flashes to indicate a successful lock onto the flag.
Mileseey PF1: thanks to the patented cutting-edge SFEP (Signal FeatureExtraction Processing ) technology, the PF1 maintains its marvelous performance and provides unshakably fast and accurate flag-lock readings even under heavy rainy conditions( a precipitation rate between 25-50mm per day).
The PF1 takes flag-locking a step further by offering vibration feedback alongside flag-locking features, giving you great confidence that dials into your game.
Bushnell Tour V6 Shift:
Flag-lock: PinSeeker technology with visual JOLT feedback.
Mileseey PF1:
Patented SFEP Rain algorithm for fast and accurate flag-locking in all weather conditions; vibration flag-lock feedback.
4. Slope Compensation
Golf rangefinder with slope is a paramount feature as it calculates the distance that accounts for the change of elevations in the golf course.
Bushnell Tour V6 Shift : The Tour V6 Shift boasts Slope technology, Slope-Switch technology for legal tournament play, and an integrated Bite magnetic mount for convenient cart attachment.
Mileseey PF1: The PF1 includes Slope distance adjustment, angle measurement, and an actual distance indicator light. While it lacks a magnetic mount, its small size ensures unparalleled portability.
Bushnell Tour V6 Shift:
Slope compensation, slope switch
Built-in magnetic strip
Measuring
Mileseey PF1:
Slope compensation, slope switch; slope indicator light
Magnetic rubber ring
5. Overall Measuring Speed
The measurement speed provided by Bushnell Tour V6 Shift typically ranges between 0.3 to 0.5 seconds for different targets.
In contrast, the PF1 sets a new standard in measurement speed thanks to its cutting-edge measuring algorithm and FPGA chipset. This advanced technology enables the device to clock measurement speeds of an astonishing 0.1 seconds, a significant upgrade that promises to give players a remarkable competitive advantage during games.
Price
Bushnell Tour V6 Shift: The Tour V6 Shift comes with a price tag of $399.99, firmly situating itself in the high-price luxury rangefinder category。
Mileseey PF1: The PF1 stands out not only for its outstanding performance but also for its attractive price of $299.99, making it an appealing choice for golfers seeking a high-performance rangefinder without breaking the bank.
Conclusion
In the world of golf rangefinders, the Mileseey PF1 shines as the rain-resistant champion. Its IP67 rating, rapid measuring speed, and superior light transmission make it the ideal choice for golfers who demand peak performance, especially in challenging weather conditions.
While the Bushnell Tour V6 Shift boasts its own set of features, the Mileseey PF1 takes the lead when it comes to rain resilience in challenging weather conditions. For golfers seeking to conquer the elements with confidence, the Mileseey PF1 1,000 yards rangefinder is the clear winner at a more attractive price point and more advantages in flag-lock precision and capability on heavy rainy days.