The GOLFBUDDY Laser does not have slope compensation. It reports direct laser distance without an elevation-adjusted playing-distance calculation.
Laser • Released 2012
Does the GOLFBUDDY Laser have slope?
No. It provides direct line-of-sight distance only and does not calculate a slope-adjusted playing distance..
Laser slope specifications
| Slope compensation | No |
|---|---|
| Slope system | Straight-line distance only |
| Slope control | Not applicable |
| Tournament use | Yes |
| Display | LCD |
How distance works on this model
The Laser measures direct line-of-sight distance only.
It does not calculate a separate elevation-adjusted playing distance.
On uphill and downhill shots, any elevation allowance must come from the golfer rather than a built-in slope calculation.
What this model displays
The Laser has no slope function to turn on or off.
Its laser reading is direct line-of-sight distance rather than an elevation-adjusted playing distance.
The listed display is LCD; no slope-specific display value should be expected.
Tournament use
The Laser has no slope feature to disable. Its distance-measuring function is listed as tournament legal, but the event’s Local Rules still control whether distance-measuring devices are permitted.
Distance-reading questions
Laser is not showing slope
That is expected. This model is listed without slope compensation.
Uphill/downhill shot plays differently
The laser can still be measuring correctly. Elevation changes effective playing distance even though this model reports direct distance only.
Looking for a slope control
No slope mode or slope control is listed for this model.
Using this model on elevation changes
GOLFBUDDY Laser slope FAQ
Does the GOLFBUDDY Laser have slope?
No. This model is listed without slope compensation.
Can I turn slope on on the GOLFBUDDY Laser?
No slope mode or slope control is listed for this model.
Does the GOLFBUDDY Laser adjust for uphill/downhill shots?
No. It reports direct laser distance only.
Why can an uphill shot play longer than the GOLFBUDDY Laser reading?
Because the displayed value is direct distance; elevation can make the shot effectively play longer or shorter.
Is the GOLFBUDDY Laser tournament legal?
The Laser has no slope feature to disable. Its distance-measuring function is listed as tournament legal, but the event’s Local Rules still control whether distance-measuring devices are permitted.
Competition and Local Rules take priority. Model revisions can also change controls or indicators. Confirm the exact non-slope configuration on the official GOLFBUDDY website or manual before competitive play. Visit GOLFBUDDY.