Golf GPS devices

A golf GPS device is the perfect aide for course management saving you several strokes. The models available nowadays have greatly improved since golf gps devices first appeared some years ago, featuring new tools that go beyond measuring distances.

Using a golf gps device can ease your life as ,for example, even if you had never visited a particular course before, confidence will increase as you’ll know exactly what club to use and where to aim. Getting lost on the course is no longer a small tragedy as a gps puts you fast and effortlessly on the correct path.

Garmin is the most popular GPS manufacturer and this touchscreen unit just confirms the solid and easy o use experience common to all garmin devices. It comes preloaded with United States course maps ( fairways, hazards and greens) with no annual fee. However one of its greatest features is ability to target anywhere on or about the fairway- knowing what the distance is to any part of the hole can really save you the day when you find yourself blocked and need to get back to the fairway.

Main Features

-Rugged, waterproof golf GPS unit with 3-inch sunlight-readable touchscreen display

-Preloaded U.S. course maps, including fairways, hazards, and greens

-No annual fee; new maps available for download from Garmin.com

-Measure shot distance with highly sensitive readings to eliminate guesswork from your game

-Digital scorecard for up to four players; save and review the scores on your computer at home

Upro is not a sound and established name like Garmin or Gof logic, in fact is is a fairly young brand yet it delivers a very interesting golf gps unit. Its size is one of the smallest out there and slips easily into a pocket, always a plus when carrying around the course. In terms of technology it features an amazing arsenal of aerial and satellite photographs of golf courses that no competition can match with.

Main Features

-Golf GPS system with sleek and unobtrusive design that fits in a pocket or belt holder

-Provides golfer with aerial and satellite photographs of your favourite golf courses

-Built-in GPS technology clearly locates the golf course hazards and flag-sticks

-Connects to www.uprogps.com for golf course downloads; 2.2-inch high-resolution color screen

-Includes battery, wall adapter, USB cable, and free course download; 6-month warranty

The great thing about this GPS is user friendliness: just following the Quick Start directions and you'll be off and running in no time. Other user friendly examples from this unit are the automatic check for the latest firmware release downloading them to your Guru every time you hook it up to download new courses: this spells b-r-e-e-z-e.

Even if you have problems or questions Golf Guru customer service works great as they actually answer the phone and put a real effort into solving any problem fast.

Main features

-With a high sensitivity, 20-channel GPS.

-Free access to over 20,000-standard course maps

-Captures statistical information that can be downloaded to a computer

-Comes with a large 3.5-inch and high resolution color screen

The Sonocadie is one of the best value for money units. It features all the ordinary functions of a golf gps like fairly accurate hole depictions , and the ability to adjust/add lay up points, hazards etc.

However where the V300 really shines is when you use its advanced scorecard. You can put in shots, sand hits, fairways hit, greens hit, and putts and not only have an accurate card but I get advanced stats like fairway percentage, sand saves, average putts per hole, total putts, etc. This is very helpful in making your weak spots to stand out -more focus at your practice time.

Main Features

-User-friendly golf GPS device provides precise distance information and shows your position on the fairway

-Personalized course information for each hole and green to match the exact course layout

-Digital scorecard and game analysis available at your fingertips

-Built-in antenna with 14 channel GPS receiver; 2.2-inch high-resolution LCD screen with backlight

-Includes Sonocaddie V300, mini USB Cable, rechargeable battery, user's guide, belt clip, AC charger adapter, and carry pouch