Vortex Anarch Rangefinder Review

[Jman]

Sometimes, a segment stagnates, and when it comes specifically to golf, the argument can be made that rangefinders are a perfect example of exactly that. As time has gone on, it feels like innovation has fallen by the wayside either thanks to the dominant entities growing overly comfortable with their position, or the influx of […]

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[JB]

In the premium segment, or the overall, there isn't a finer rangefinder on the market that I have tested, and I think I have tried all of them.

 

[JTinMO]

Vortex makes superb products. I’ve never been disappointed in any of their rifle scopes.

I do not need another rangefinder….I do not need another rangefinder…..opens Vortexoptics.com.

 

[R-Yang13]

Great write-up @Jman, this thing definitely has the premium look Vortex has in their lines. I like this “quick take” thing in the article too for the skimmers.

 

[Apolloshowl]

You've inspired me to build on your review and wrote my own on this. Stay tuned and thanks for the great write-up!

 

[JB]

Vortex makes superb products. I’ve never been disappointed in any of their rifle scopes.

I do not need another rangefinder….I do not need another rangefinder…..opens Vortexoptics.com.

You will want the golf link, it is at the bottom of the article.
Vortexgolf.com

 

[JimmyDee]

That is a good looking “premium” rangefinder something unfortunately I probably will ever own. Looks really nice though. Nice write-up @Jman, you covered all the bases.

 

[Hawk]

Jeez. I like the Blade, but those bells and those whistles have me feeling some fomo.

 

[Jman]

Jeez. I like the Blade, but those bells and those whistles have me feeling some fomo.

I honestly looked SO hard for something to nitpick, but there’s just not anything. It’s the complete rangefinder.

 

[Lord Tox]

This thing feels premium in hand, is super fast and the optics are the best I've seen. Unfortunately the only thing I've been able to laser is snow and trees in the distance but it still works flawlessly.

Here is a photo I took of what comes in the box. That circle on the case is actually a ball marker which is held there by a magnet. I actually forgot the lens cloth but its present in the box too, another nice touch.

 

[Jman]

Great write-up @Jman, this thing definitely has the premium look Vortex has in their lines. I like this “quick take” thing in the article too for the skimmers.

It’s something I’ve done in my articles for a while now, but @jdtox put it in a fancy green box and it REALLY pops now, I sort of love it hahahaha

It’s an absolutely killer top-line rangefinder, especially considering it being part of their first entry.

They’ve got some very cool ideas brewing for the future already too.

 

[Jman]

Also, it really is waterproof. I put it all the way under in a giant bowl of water and it’s still ticking.

Better yet though, if it wasn’t, they’d replace it with the VIP warranty. That’s pretty dang cool.

 

[Lord Tox]

Also, it really is waterproof. I put it all the way under in a giant bowl of water and it’s still ticking.

Better yet though, if it wasn’t, they’d replace it with the VIP warranty. That’s pretty dang cool.

Would they replace it if you did it on purpose? How did that happen sir? Well you see...Never mind...I guess they don't need to know that

 

[Jman]

Would they replace it if you did it on purpose? How did that happen sir? Well you see...Never mind...I guess they don't need to know that

It’s a no questions asked warranty, which is pretty darn cool. Love when lifetime means lifetime.

Probably less questions than the ones hit by fairway mowers they’ve replaced anyway

 

[DNice26]

It's pretty wild the number of range finder brands/options there are out there. Must be a lucrative venture to sell them.

 

[Lord Tox]

It's pretty wild the number of range finder brands/options there are out there. Must be a lucrative venture to sell them.

There are a lot but not many that are of high quality like this

 

[hedley_lamarr]

It looks nice. The warranty is excellent.

 

[Pops]

My only worry now is should I return my Blade Slope that is arriving today and upgrade to the Anarch

 

[MikeG]

I am saving up to buy this one. I love everything I've read about Vortex and the Anarch.

 

[Jman]

It's pretty wild the number of range finder brands/options there are out there. Must be a lucrative venture to sell them.

There’s MAYBE 2-3 making anything of this quality.

But yeah, lots of Bro Rangefinder companies out there.

 

[Jman]

I am saving up to buy this one. I love everything I've read about Vortex and the Anarch.

You’ll never need another rangefinder. So so so good.

 

[Dougie]

Love their optics and the VIP warranty is excellent! They've done as they said with previous hunting optics I own and it's so easy. The red display option is so underrated. Great company!

 

[Pops]

@Jman Red illuminated display with auto brightness then add on stabilization might just be worth the extra to go from Blade Slope to Anarch. On gray dreary weather days I’m guessing the red stood out better. Do you see stabilization to be a factor.

 

[MikeG]

You’ll never need another rangefinder. So so so good.

I've moved away from rangefinders bc i've relied on GPS, but at times when I need one, I really miss having one I can rely on.

 

[Bertie Pots]

Great review @Jman the Anarch is hands down the best rangefinder I have owned. EVERY single person I hand it to the first words out of their mouth are wow this is so clear! They are very well made with awesome features. I was scanning the casino hotel Sunday as we had time to kill on the tee box. The hotel was at 960 yards away and it was crazy fast. The warranty is second to none and nice to know you have it if needed.