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The Bushnell Tour V7 Shift rangefinder has the company’s trademark rugged construction and accuracy. The fastest Bushnell rangefinder I’ve tested. LINK-Enabled technology can be a big step toward better course management.
Introduction
Every time that I think the rangefinder category is cooked, new innovations pop up. This year, we’ve seen Cobalt bring zoom magnification to the table [review HERE], and the new Bushnell Tour V7 Shift has the ability to connect to your Foresight data to make personalized club recommendations. In this review, I’ll dive into the venerable brand’s most affordable LINK-Enabled rangefinder to let you know if this is the next step toward better course management.
Set Up & Ease of Use
For all of its very advanced features, the Bushnell Tour V7 Shift manages to be fairly easy to use. There are two fully separated buttons on the top: Power and Mode. Power turns the unit on and gets your distance. Holding down the Mode button allows you to change the brightness, toggle from yards to meters, turn on Bluetooth, and turn on MyBag Club Recommendations. [See Price / Buy]
On the left side of the Bushnell Tour V7 Shift you’ll find the namesake feature, the Slope-Switch. I love having a dedicated button for turning slope compensation on and off, particularly one that’s clearly visible to everyone you’re playing with. Turning off the slope compensation will also disable the MyBag Club Recommendations.
Accuracy & Feature
The first thing I noticed when testing the Bushnell Tour V7 Shift is that this is Bushnell’s fastest rangefinder yet. Your yardage displays the instant you let go of the power button. As you would expect from Bushnell, the accuracy is outstanding.
Bushnell’s other signature technologies are here as well. Pinseeker ensures that you target the flag, not the woods beyond the green. Jolt and Visual Jolt give you both visible and tangible cues that you’ve locked onto the target. The BITE Magnet provides a strong, reliable grip on your cart so your rangefinder can stay secure and accessible.
The headline feature on the Bushnell Tour V7 Shift is the LINK-Enabled technology. The first step in putting this to work is to use the “Map MyBag” feature in the Foresight app with a Foresight or Bushnell launch monitor [Bushnell Launch Pro review HERE]. That data gets pushed to the Bushnell app automatically. When you play, connect your Tour V7 Shift to your Bushnell app, and the you’ll get personalized club recommendations right in the display.
I’ve used the MyBag Club recommendations for several rounds, and a couple things stand out. First, the connection from the Tour V7 Shift to the app is outstanding. I was worried that it would be a headache, that I would have to keep interacting with my phone, but all I had to do was open the Bushnell app at the start of my round, and it worked perfectly. Second, you need to have a very thorough mapping of your bag for the club recommendations to be useful. The more data you put into the system, the better the recommendations. That said, once I had a good amount of shots tracked, I found the recommendations very helpful. [See Price / Buy]
With MyBag Club Recommendations turned on, the Tour V7 Shift does have a pretty crowded display. Bushnell goes a long way to clarifying it with the use of color. As you can see above, the entire display is red except for the “Plays As” Yardage, which is green. Essentially, if you don’t want all the data, just play the green number. If you do want more, you can see the line of sight distance, slope, battery level,
A less-hyped upgrade that might be more frequently used is Yardage Range Recall. I would guess that every rangefinder user has had the experience of shooting the flag then forgetting the number two seconds later. With the Bushnell Tour V7 Shift, you can push the power button, then mode, and your last distance will pop up.
Finally, the Bushnell Tour V7 Shift is durable and carries a solid warranty. Like all Bushnell rangefinders, the Tour V7 feels like it’s made to last. It’s a bit bigger than midsized but smaller than most previous Bushnell rangefinders. It’s rated IPX6 water resistant (can withstand heavy rain but not submersion) and is backed by a two year warranty. [See Price / Buy]
Value
The Bushnell Tour V7 Shift retails for $399. In the past, I’ve felt that the Tour V rangefinders carry steep premium for the Bushnell name. However, with the addition of MyBag Club Recommendation, I think the Tour V7 Shift is a very solid value. You are paying more, but you’re getting more: a better case, premium construction, an outstanding warranty, and some of the newest, best technology. [See Price / Buy]
Conclusion
I’m very impressed with the way that the Bushnell Tour V7 Shift takes a complex technology and makes it easy to use. While the MyBag Club Recommendations aren’t for everyone – they require a commitment of time plus the right hardware – they do represent a big step forward in data-driven course management and a potential path to lower scores. [See Price / Buy]
Bright, clear optics for enhanced visibility. Slope-Switch technology for toggling slope compensation on or off. Range Recall feature to retrieve the last measured distance. Improved PinSeeker with Visual JOLT for confirmation when locking onto the flag.
He founded Plugged In Golf in 2013 with the goal of helping all golfers play better and enjoy the game more.
Matt lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with his wife and two daughters.
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56 Comments
Yes…. Keep it simple
I see people who still don’t know how to correctly use a digital device. And they slow the game down
It is hard to beat a Bushnell and they keep getting better and better. I doubt that I would ever use the MyBag aspect, but it is a great feature. Thanks for another great review!! #BushnellGiveaway
Great review, always been a fan of Bushnell.products #BushnellGiveaway
Nice
Used bushnell for years. Still think they make the best product. Awesome review. #bushnellgiveaway
I currently have the Pro X3 and I love it. My only complaint is that it uses batteries quickly. I was thinking of switching to the V7. Great review and helps with my decision. #BushnellGiveaway
Great review as always! That Bushnell rangefinder looks fantastic. #BushnellGiveaway
I currently use a blue tees ringer because my Amazon range finder was horrible. The bushnell looks like it would solve all my problems!
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I have used a “BUSHNELL” laser rangefinder for over 20 years. There’s no doubt they are the best. Every year just gets better technology to help your game.
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Fastest Bushnell ever tested. I am always looking for ways to speed up my game. It appears to have everything a person could want in a golf rangefinder. Nice review as always.
Would love to try the Bushnell. Currently use blue tees. Great review. #BushnellGiveaway
Bushnell has the best range finders! My friends is more accurate than my Cally one.
Bushnell makes great products. Thank you for the review. #BushnellGiveaway
I assess distances with a Shot Scope GPS watch and love it’s shot tracking capability. Recently, I have started speculating on the need for specific distances – say, to a tree – which may not feature in my GPS hazard map. Will a rangefinder be my weapon of choice? Does it replace or work alongside a GPS watch? #BushnellGiveaway
J,
Having both is a great way to go. I prefer a GPS for pace of play and keeping me focused on the center of the green, but I do like having a rangefinder when I need a specific number.
Best,
Matt
Well, I can blame you for getting into a Shot Scope X5. Now I can feel another round of blame building up for a rangefinder. Really appreciate being able to blame somebody when asked to justify my latest golf-related acquisition…
Pile it on, I have broad shoulders. :)
-Matt
Would love to use this, since my range finder doesn’t have slope reading. Great review! #BushnellGiveaway
I am always looking for anything that will speed up my game. The Bushnell will apparently do just that. I too like the fact the slope compensation can be used or not. Good review as always. #BUSHNELLGIVEAWAY
Wade
Had the prior generation Bushnell and loved it. Had it attached on riding cart support which someone grabbed while I was at the turn using the restroom. Never found the perpetrator so ended up with a Red Tiger one, cheaper and not close in quality. #BushnellGiveaway
In the market for a new rangefinder after recently losing mine. After reading this review the V7 Shift is under strong consideration. #BushnellGiveaway
Looks like a great range finder. #BushnellGiveaway
# Bushnell Giveaway. Bushnell has been my range finder forever.
Bushnell makes a great product and locks on to the pin quickly.
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Great review. Bushnell makes great products. Thanks.
I’m in the market for a new rangefinder, and this would be killer to pair with my newly acquired Bushnell Launch Pro. #BushnellGiveaway
Would love to have a range finder. Do not know of I would use all the functionality, My Bag, but willing to give it a try. Currently use an app on my iPhone. #BushnellGiveaway.
Top of the line rangefinder #bushnellgiveaway
Nice range finder with many features. Might be time to trade in my old Bushnell. #BushnellGiveaway
I’ve always had Bushnell rangefinders. They’ve always been gps types. I’ve never owned a rangefinder like this.
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I had my Bushnell range finder for over 20 years. The rubber ring around the eye lense is gone now but it still works just fine. Excellent quality.
This looks like a great rangefinder. I’ve always liked Bushnell products and currently use a Bushnell GPS. This rangefinder might be a nice addition to my bag. #BushnellGiveaway
Currently using an older product now but am considering switching, The Tour V7 looks great. #BushnellGiveaway.
I would like to be included in the V7 #BushnellGiveaway.
Another nice offering from Bushnell. I wonder how it works for those of us with shaky aiming.
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Always appreciate your reviews. My current rangefinder was purchased primarily due to your reviews. Thank you! #BushnellGiveaway
I appreciate The review. Would like have one
Been thinking about getting a range finder, this might make me pull the trigger. #BushnellGiveaway
Bushnell – the brand of all brands. Great products!
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I’ve never used a range finder. I usually can’t tell exactly the depth of the pin. Hell, I can hardly read my watch without my glasses on. Hopefully, I can see the front/back/pin location and maybe a little slope through the lense WITH my glasses on. I would really like a slope adjusted number to take wind into consideration. Am I asking for too much, if my dispersion is more than 10 yards?
Wow great review on the Bushnell range finder features. #BushnellGiveaway
I’ve used Bushnell Rangefinders before the market was flooded with knockoffs. I’d welcome a new one!
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Looks like a great range finder. Simpler is better. #BushnellGiveaway
As usual..Matt..great review…
Don’t use one…maybe this is the time to switch ?
I love being able to generate date-driven personalized club recommendations! #BushnellGiveaway
This would definitively be an upgrade from the rangefinder I currently have.
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I’m currently using a Nikon with image stabilization which really helps me target the flag with shaky hands and wondering if this is required for the Bushnell too. Let me know if you have ever compared this feature with the Bushnell?
Thanks
Mark,
Bushnell doesn’t have an image stabilized rangefinder.
Best,
Matt
Thanks Matt! I’m in the same boat as this is the only range finder I have. I will have to try one of my buddies to see the difference. I think what I really need to m own is how does Pinseeker work? On the Nikon you have to hit the button when on the pin which is where the stabilization helps. Maybe Pinseeker is easier?
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Mark,
If you hold down the power button to scan, PinSeeker will stop scanning and lock in on the closest distance it hits. Imagine a pin in front of a wall of trees. Without PinSeeker, you won’t know if your laser hit the pin or the trees behind it. With PinSeeker, you lock in on the flag and that’s it. I can’t speak to everyone’s experience, but this feature, when executed properly, negates any concerns about shaky hands or shooting the wrong thing.
-Matt
Bushnell is the only device I’ve ever used and will ever use ! They’re simply the best. I trust them for every shot. #BushnellGiveaway
Bushnell RFs are the best. I’ve tried others but the quality is very poor especially the ones hyped on social media. #BushnellGiveaway
I have a GC3, I’d love to pair the Tour V7 with it.
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Thanks, for the informative review. #BushnellGiveaway
Good stuff. I really do need to try a Bushnell one day. #BushnellGiveaway