MiLESEEY GeneSonic Pro Golf Speaker with Detachable GPS Rangefinder
A speaker and GPS rangefinder combined into one device -- but the combination weakens both.
- Skip: Combination speaker and GPS rangefinder device that does both jobs adequately but neither job at best-in-class level
- GPS rangefinder requires course map data while laser rangefinders work on any course without downloads
- Speaker bulk and weight exceed what most golfers want in a pocket rangefinder
Best For / Not For
Best for
- Golfers who specifically want GPS course mapping combined with music playback in a single device
- Cart golfers who want the speaker mounted to the cart and the GPS module accessible without a separate device
Not for
- Golfers who want the most accurate flag distance, laser rangefinders consistently beat GPS at precise yardage
- Walkers who carry their bag and want a compact rangefinder that fits in a pants pocket
Key Details
Why Combined Devices Usually Compromise Both Use Cases
A laser rangefinder measures the actual distance to a flagstick to within 1 yard by timing how long a laser pulse takes to return from a reflective surface. A GPS rangefinder measures the distance from your GPS-determined position to a digitally mapped pin location. GPS is excellent for course mapping and hazard distances but less precise than laser for the final flag distance you need to select a club. The GeneSonic Pro uses GPS, not laser, for ranging.
The speaker half of the device works fine for cart use, but golfers who walk the course will find the combined weight and size impractical. The price premium over buying a dedicated laser rangefinder and a separate portable speaker is substantial, and you get better performance from both dedicated products.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Combines GPS course maps and Bluetooth speaker into one device that mounts to the cart
- 43,000-plus preloaded courses covers essentially every course in the United States
Cons
- GPS yardage is less precise than laser rangefinders for flagstick distance, typically plus or minus 3 to 5 yards versus plus or minus 1 yard for laser
- Bulk and weight of the combined speaker-rangefinder unit exceeds what most golfers want for pocket carry
- Higher price than dedicated laser rangefinders that outperform the GPS module on accuracy
Bottom Line
Skip the GeneSonic Pro and buy a dedicated laser rangefinder for accurate yardages. If you want cart music, a separate compact Bluetooth speaker costs less and sounds better.
