Golf GPS Reviews

Hi, and thanks for stopping by this site, Golf GPS Reviews.

To help you get the most out of this website, I want to point out a few things.

You see, I’m a golfer! I built this site to help people find out about golf GPS’s, how they work, what they can do for you, and about how much they cost.

You see, when I was first considering buying a golf GPS, I became rapidly confused about what to buy, what a golf GPS should do for me, and even how much it was all going to cost. I mean, did I really need one of those things, or is it just a gadget?

So, I studied the market, took a look at a number of the best golf GPS devices, and then decided which one to buy. That took some time, however.

I realize you might not have the time and the money to purchase a great number of these units and test them that I had to devote to this project. So, in order to help you figure out the marketplace for the best golf GPS systems available, I built this site.

One of the first things you need to check out is my blog. Here’s where I put all of my reviews. If you’ll look up at the right-hand corner of the webpage, you’ll see a box that’s entitled “Golf GPS Systems”. You can click on those links and find out more about specific products and rate them yourself.

I’ve also got a growing Best Golf GPS Comparison pages located in the Golf GPS Systems category. Just to cut through the static, I put my favorite golf GPS’s here along with a comparison of their features.

So that you can get more information, or even buy one of these remarkable devices, I’ve got an Golf GPS Store, which links directly with the top trusted online retailers and prices.

The Golf GPS store gives you up to the minute pricing and information about what’s available.

You can also access the the individual products for whatever golf GPS you’re reading about through the links scattered in the review text.

Another thing I’ve got is a page devoted to golf educational materials in which I entitle “Golf Digest”. It has taken me quite a while to become a competent golfer, and these are some of my favorite ebooks, and other educational materials, which can help cut down on the length of your learning curve (and the number of your shots).

Please, Bookmark this page and tell your friends about it. This is a rapidly growing site. I’m adding new stuff every day.

Your comments and ratings are always appreciated. Just click the “Contact Us” page to email me.

See you at the club!

Mike

Golf GPS Reviews

Best Golf GPS

What’s the best golf GPS? That’s like suggesting what’s the best city to live in or the greatest holiday spot. Some people relish the mountains, others relish the beach. On the other hand, it’s somewhat a matter of preference.

So, if you’re shopping for a golf GPS system, how are you going to decide what’s the best golf GPS for you, your financial situation, and your means? Well, the first of all you need to do is to think over how much you want to spend. Hence you need to have some grasp as to why you want this thing in the first place. Once you get those guidelines figured out, you can more easily decide on the best golf GPS for 2010 for you.

As far as the price, golf GPS units cost anywhere from $100 to $400. The primary difference between the low to mid-range systems and the four hundred dollars units is in the quality of manufacturing and extent of the graphics.

All golf GPS systems operate as range finders. That is they can tell you how far it is from wherever your ball is to the green. They do this by accessing the Global Positioning System satellites that now orbit the earth. (Same as your car GPS) So, if this is the only element that you want, then a $150 model do the job for you. Something like the iGolf Neo would be perfect. (It’s not the only choice in this price range ( Roughly $98), by the way. There are many other fine choices.)

In contrast, if it’s the graphics you are after, then you are going to be paying more. The Callaway, uPro Golf GPS, for instance can give you multiple views of both the fairway and the green of the particular hole you’re playing. As you approach the tee, it will give you an aerial bird’s eye view. As you progress toward the green, it will show you yardages from where you are to the green. Also, it shows you an aerial view of the green. The Garmin Approach and the Golf Buddy Tour do the same thing. Although the Golf Buddy Tour’s graphics are not quite as spectacular.

In order to make sure that you’re getting the best golf GPS, you need to ask yourself why you’re buying it in the first place. If you’re a gadget aficionado, and you just want to know what’s the best golf GPS currently that you can show off to your friends with, then something like the Callaway uPro or the Garmin Approach would be perfect. It would also be perfect if you play a lot of courses that are new or “newish” to you and you want that extra information that really detailed pictures of the fairway and the green will give you.

If, however, you’re more interested in things like instant calculation of your shot distance, help with angles of approach to the green, and keeping a historical record of scores and shots on the same course over time, then you probably don’t need all the graphics. So, what’s the best golf GPS for 2010? It all depends on why you are buying it.