Arccos may have just introduced the best rangefinder ever. Although they haven’t been in the rangefinder market as long as many of the well-known brands that constantly compete for the top laser experience, what Arccos is unveiling today is genuinely different and they are calling it the Arccos Smart Laser.
As someone who has reviewed numerous rangefinders, I’ve noticed that most manufacturers rely on the same talking points. They typically emphasize features such as ergonomics, rechargeable batteries, improved magnification, clear optics, slope measurements, and sometimes even a built-in magnet. Yadda, yadda, yadda.
Arccos Smart Laser – Features
The Arccos Smart Laser comes equipped with a variety of modern features. It offers accuracy within one yard and vibrates when it locks onto the pin. For added convenience, a side magnet is available for golfers who want to attach the rangefinder to their golf cart. With an impressive range of 999 yards and a 6.1x optical zoom, golfers should expect a clear view of their target from anywhere on the course. Also included is a slope switch, which allows the Smart Laser to become tournament legal.
What truly sets this rangefinder apart is its software, rather than its hardware. After all, you didn’t think Arccos would put their name on this device without integrating it with their on-course shot-tracking system, did you?
“Traditional rangefinders haven’t evolved in a decade,” said Sal Syed, Arccos CEO and Co-Founder. “We built the Arccos Smart Laser as an AI-powered, software-driven device that connects to your game and keeps getting better. It turns complex conditions into a single trusted number. For Arccos Game Tracking subscribers, it also seamlessly integrates by automatically setting the pin in our app, saving time and helping to ensure their data is more precise and powerful than ever before.”
What makes the Arccos Smart Laser Smart?
Arccos has thrived at collecting data, recording over 1.3 billion shots from more than 25 million rounds of golf. From these individual shots, they have logged an impressive 3.9 trillion data points. By combining data from Smart Sensors, the Arccos app, and information from the Smart Laser, Arccos provides golfers with perhaps the most accurate distance they’ve ever experienced, all within a matter of seconds.
When a current Arccos user utilizes the Smart Laser to measure the distance to the pin, several things happen simultaneously. First, the pin location is instantly updated on the Arccos app, and the yardages are adjusted accordingly. This feature is particularly beneficial for those using the Arccos game tracking system, as it enhances the accuracy of their shot data. But still, there’s more.
Caddies on the PGA Tour know that accurately recommending playing distances involves more than just the distance itself and changes in elevation. Within the app, golfers can select specific metrics that allow the rangefinder to calculate precise distances. These parameters include playing altitude, slope, wind speed, wind direction, humidity, temperature, and even wind gusts.
Taking all these factors into account, the Smart Laser displays three numbers on the screen. The first number indicates the actual yardage. Below the reticle is the “plays like” distance, and beneath that is an additional total representing the yardage needed to compensate for a windy gust. By factoring in all these measurements, it’s almost as if you have a professional caddie with you, providing all the necessary information for a successful shot.
“The Arccos Smart Laser turns complicated physics into a single, trusted decision input,” said Dave LeDonne, VP of Product at Arccos. “You get the most accurate number available, and the confidence that comes with that, without changing your pre-shot routine.”
Since the Arccos rangefinder is more software-driven, the possibilities that can be added via over-the-air software updates are endless. Anyone who was an early adopter of Arccos knows that, over time, the software has improved thanks to enhanced features and algorithms. It’s not out of the question to believe the same will happen here.
The Details
Arccos is currently offering an introductory price of $299 for its Smart Laser, which includes a one-year subscription to Smart Laser services. Additionally, there is an option to bundle the new Smart Laser with the Smart Sensors for $449, which also comes with a complimentary one-year subscription to both services. After the initial year, the Smart Laser subscription will cost $200 annually. Currently, there is no official information available regarding a subscription that combines Game Tracking from club sensors with the Smart Laser subscription.
Arccos is expecting limited availability for its initial launch, with the new Smart Lasers scheduled to ship in late October. They plan for more availability coming in 2026.
More information on the new Arccos Smart Laser Rangefinder is available at www.arccosgolf.com.
