Motocaddy Pro 5000 Rangefinder Review

When we reach for our distance measuring device on the golf course, we have to know that we can trust it. Not believing in the number it shoots out casts doubt over your next shot, and having any doubt in your pre-shot routine will only increase the chances of a bad result. Whether its the best golf rangefinders, best golf gps or even the best golf watches, if your device is in any way inconsistent or untrustworthy then we’d highly recommend investing in a different model.

Motocaddy has built a sterling reputation as a maker some of the best electric trolleys and caddies on the market as well as top level push carts, cart bags and even golf gadgets. It has now taken this tech knowhow into rangefinders, I can was keen to see how it performed on the course.

The Pro 5000 takes over from the impressive Pro 3000 model and isn’t an overly ‘fancy’ device in any way – there are no bright colors, nor eye-catching design features. Instead, in accordance with pretty much its entire arsenal of golf equipment, Motocaddy has kept it simple and let the quality of its product do the talking.

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This is a well thought out laser and it is evident the moment you open the box courtesy of the small, easily digestible instruction sheet which tells you all you need to know (which is great for me as someone who tests rangefinders!). It tells you what modes you have to play with. This includes your standard measuring, target scanning and pin lock. Target scanning gives you updated metrics as you pan across your surroundings while pin lock displays the closest distance to make it easier to successfully shoot the flag.

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Once you take the rangefinder out of the box, you’ll immediately feel a high-quality device in your hands. It has a good weight to it (tipping the scales at 220g)- not too flimsy but not heavy, and ergonomic – the textured rubber grips keep it safely and securely in your hand as you use it.

I also question whether any standout features set this laser apart from the rest of the competition at this price point. It is roughly in the middle of the price scale, too expensive to be considered one of the best budget rangefinders but roughly half the price of the creme de la creme. At an RRP of £199/$250, some golfers may want a bit more – perhaps the ability to link it to your Motocaddy trolley, a side screen or even the functionality of pairing it to an app for further insights into how far you hit each club.

However, if you don’t care too much for bells and whistles and prefer a fast, reliable rangefinder with little fuss, the Pro 5000 ticks a lot of boxes.