Though we often spend more time discussing the wonderful performance tracking abilities that many Shot Scope products offer, the core functionality off all the company’s products does center around distance measurement. Whether GPS, laser rangefinder, or even both at the same time, Shot Scope has a proven track record here, and they’ve introduced several well-received, affordable products in the last few years.
Seizing on the fact that consumers value customization options, Shot Scope is releasing the new G5 GPS watch, which features not only several performance and visual improvements over the previous-generation G3, but also the ability to customize the face and strap colors of the watch. The style choices, along with a newly designed, round watch face, should make the G5 not only a valuable tool for golf, but something that consumers can incorporate in their on-course style.
Technical Features
Many of the G5’s features should be familiar to those that have used Shot Scope watches in the past. Weighing in at a very light 42 grams, the G5 comes with over 36,000 golf courses preloaded, making it a device that can be taken straight to the course (after you decide on a strap and give it a little charging time, of course). Setup can be as simple as turning on the watch, setting the time, and playing golf. However, Shot Scope does recommend connecting the G5 to their app, which allows seamless course and firmware updates when they are necessary.
The G5 provides clear and easy-to-read front/middle/back readings to greens, distances to and over both bunkers and water hazards, and distances to both layup spots and doglegs. Navigating through the various hazards is as easy as using the up and down buttons on the left side of the watch face. The two hazards nearest you will display initially, but others are accessible.
The G5 also includes a scorekeeping function that is optional, along with the ability to measure the distance of your most recent shot. After navigating to the screen, a single button press begins the recording process, and this can be done after every shot if desired. Keep in mind that this isn’t like Shot Scope’s performance tracking systems on some other devices. It’s a manual process that doesn’t store data, so you may want to look at something like the X5 if that interests you.
Customization
The key differentiator for the G5 is that it allows consumers to pick both a watch face color (two options) and different two-piece strap colors (12 options). Each order will come with a watch face of choice and two straps, which are swapped out via a simple quick-release bar.
If the straps are anything like those on the X5, users should find them extremely comfortable and able to keep the watch securely, but discretely, in place on the wrist.
In addition to the different face and strap options, the G5’s watch face is available in different configurations. Also, the front/middle/back distance screen can be customized, with one setting being particularly useful for those players that need a larger visual display.
Details
- Custom orders available at shotscope.com starting 7/12/23
- Two watch face color options
- Twelve watch band color options
- 36,000+ courses preloaded
- 2+ round battery life
- $149.99
