User Reviews

1. Review Date: 2009-07-02

   RECEIVED MY GOLFLOGIX GPS YESTERDAY, DOWNLOADED LOCAL COURSES AND WENT OUT TODAY. THIS UNIT IS AWESOME! TURNED IT ON IN THE PARKING LOT, HEADED FOR #1 TEE AND IT WAS READY TO GO. NEVER TOUCHED A BUTTON THE WHOLE ROUND YET IT KNOW WHERE IT WAS AND GAVE ME SUPER ADVISE: 163 YDS. TO 125 LAYUP AREA, ETC. VERY HELPFUL AND MADE THE WHOLE DAY JUST THAT MUCH MORE FUN. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
   
   User: Richard Morris
   Rating:
   Summary: AWESOME DEVICE
   Helpful Votes: 0
   Total Votes: 0
   

2. Review Date: 2009-06-29

   my 2008 golf logic works very well but i am a little disgusted with battery life-lasts just (2) 18 hole rounds at the most
   
   User: M. W. Oakes
   Rating:
   Summary: short battery life
   Helpful Votes: 0
   Total Votes: 0
   

3. Review Date: 2009-06-26

   I totally agree with the other posts that their customer service is the WORST!!
   I purchased mine in April '08 & the locking problem started in September. They finally responded to an e-mail as it was fruitless to get anyone by phone. I did the reset like they tell everyone. It was okay for the next month & at that point I stopped playing October. This spring it started again & this time I got a human voice after a 1/2 hour wait. Told me the unit was out of warranty & it would cost me $125.00 for a replacement. I told him no way in hell I would pay them to fix a problem that started while it was still under warranty.
   These folks know they have a bad product & will not provide any fix for their customers. And to add salt to the wound, I recently paid them $29.95 for the privilege to download courses. I am really sorry I wasted my money on this piece of junk. There aren't alot of choices for those who use a MAC computer as I do.
   
   User: Robert F. Hoffman
   Rating:
   Summary: I like to see a class action suit against this company!
   Helpful Votes: 0
   Total Votes: 0
   

4. Review Date: 2009-06-26

   The GPS itself is fine once you get it working -- but that's the trick. The cord for connecting it to the computer is difficult to seat properly, for one thing. We had the software installed but on trying to download courses, the computer would not recognize the GPS. Tried multiple things (uninstalling and reinstalling software, rebooting, etc) and two different computers -- no luck. Spent 40 min on hold with Customer Service and they never answered. Sent emails from two different email addresses -- no answer. I'm still not sure what we did right but finally it worked, with no thanks to Garmin's Customer Service.
   
   User: Hobcaw Crab
   Rating:
   Summary: Poor (nonexistent) customer service
   Helpful Votes: 0
   Total Votes: 0
   

5. Review Date: 2009-06-26

   Much easier to program then a unit I tried last year. Seems accurate on the course. Now I know how far my drives go.
   
   User: James Joseph Kane
   Rating:
   Summary: golflogic GPS Garmin
   Helpful Votes: 0
   Total Votes: 0
   

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Editorial Reviews

Enjoy the advantage of GPS mapping on the golf course with the GolfLogix GPS-8 handheld unit, which calculates and displays distances to the front, center and back of every green along with hazards. The most precise, durable and user-friendly golf GPS on the market, this new version of the GolfLogix now recognizes what course you are playing automatically.

You get the distance to the front/center/back of green for each hole.

The GolfLogix GPS-8 includes Garmin's high sensitivity, 12-channel GPS receiver which ensures faster satellite acquisition time and superior accuracy. Nicely compact in your hand, it weighs 5.3 ounces with batteries and measures 1.2 inches thin. The case is 100 percent waterproof (submersible in water per IPX7 standard tests) and is shock-proof and impact-resistant for rugged outdoor use. The large LCD screen (1.25 by 2.25 inches) has a 64 x 128 pixel resolution and features excellent visibility in direct sunlight with adjustable screen contrasts and backlight screen setting for dark playing conditions.

Wherever you are on the course, GolfLogix displays the key distances to hazards and the green in big bold numbers all on a sleek black palm-sized device. The screen advances automatically to all of the targets on the golf course so there are no buttons to push or lasers to point during your round. The GolfLogix GPS-8 can store the following data on each hole: front/center/back of green; hazards; bunkers; water; lay-ups; and carries.

Easily download course data using the GolfLogix software, and store up to 20 courses in the GPS-8 at one time.

The included, simple-to-use software lets you download up to 20 golf course maps on your unit at one time. Simply connect your GolfLogix GPS to your personal computer, and the software walks you through a few easy steps to download golf course maps from the GolfLogix database of more than 15,000 golf courses. The software is compatible with Windows 2000/XP/Vista as well as Mac OS X (Tiger/Leopard). Download your favorite course for free or become a member for a low annual subscription fee and gain access to the entire worldwide database.

Other features include:

• Distance of last shot feature
• Large number displays that are easy to read for all ages and eye-visions
• Personalized name on main screens for security and anti-theft
• Displays in yards or meters
• Includes multi-use belt or bag clip
• GolfLogix Course Manager software with USB drivers
• 1-year warranty

What are the advantages of GolfLogix GPS versus other yardage devices?
A handheld GPS device, such as GolfLogix GPS, offers more flexibility during a typical round of golf. You can bring the GPS to the ball and get more accurate distance data. Unlike other laser devices, there is no need to point and aim or have a direct line of sight to the hazard or hole.

How do I get golf course maps on my GolfLogix GPS?
Included with your initial purchase is access to download a single golf course map of your choice. Simply follow the step-by-step instructions in the Quick Start Guide located in the box to download the Course Manager Software from the GolfLogix Web site. Then follow the registration and activation screens on your computer to obtain your free golf course map. With a $29.95 annual membership, you can download an unlimited amount of golf courses worldwide (currently more than 15,000 in the database) and have access to GolfLogix product enhancements and upgrades.

Is using a GPS distance device allowed under USGA regulations?
The USGA and R&A both recently sanctioned the use of satellite-based yardage measuring devices during competition. Specifically, decision 14-3/0.5 allows a committee to permit the use of distance measuring devices by Local Rule. Golfers should check with their golf professional prior to use in a USGA sanctioned event. GPS devices have always been permitted in handicap scoring in recreational rounds.

What's in the Box?
GolfLogix GPS, USB cable, belt/bag clip, 2 AA alkaline batteries, printed instructions

Product Details

1. User-friendly, golf-oriented GPS unit for displaying key yardage distances on the course
2. Calculates instant, precise distances to the front, center, and back of greens, plus hazards; unit holds up to 20 courses with more than 21,800 available
3. 1.25-by-2.25-inch LCD offers excellent visibility in direct sunlight; waterproof and shockproof
4. Compatible with Windows Vista, XP, and 2000 and Mac OS X; up to 22 hours of battery life
5. Includes belt/bag clip, USB-serial cable, and AA batteries; measures 2 x 4.4 x 1.2 inches (W x H x D)