Written by Ernie in Golf Tips Last Updated August 23, 2026
The Cobalt Q4 Slope rangefinder combines a 1300-yard published maximum range with 6× magnification and a published accuracy of ±0.5 yd. Its feature set includes slope compensation. The published flag range is 450 yards, equal to 35% of the total ranging claim. Derived comparison data works out to 171.1 yd of range per ounce, 38/100 portability efficiency and 76/100 range efficiency.
Golf rangefinder specifications
Cobalt · Q4 Slope · Laser
Year: 2023Max range: 1300 ydMagnification: 6×Accuracy: ±0.5 ydWeight: 7.6 oz
7.6 ozWeight
Rangefinder benchmarks
How this model compares
Benchmarks compare this rangefinder with the other dense-spec models in this database.
Maximum range
Above average
1300 yd
Low300 yd
This model1300 yd
Average997 yd
High1600 yd
Weight
Near average
7.6 oz
Low3.7 oz
This model7.6 oz
Average7 oz
High14 oz
Magnification
Near average
6×
Low4×
This model6×
Average6×
High7×
Portability efficiency
Below average
38/100
Low1/100
This model38/100
Average46/100
High98/100
At a glance
Rangefinder profile
Slope compensationYes
GPSNo
StabilizationNo
Cart magnetNo
RechargeableNo
Weather ratingIPX7
Overview
Model information
Manufacturer
Cobalt
Model
Q4 Slope
Category
Golf Rangefinder
Release year
2023
Status
Current / prior
Rangefinder type
Laser
Derived numeric specs
Useful comparison metrics
These figures are calculated from the published measurements above to make size, range and portability easier to compare.
Range & portability efficiency
Range per ounce171.1 yd/oz
Flag range per ounce59.2 yd/oz
Flag range vs total35%
Body volume23.1 cu in
Range per cubic inch56.4 yd/cu in
Calculated exit pupil3.67 mm
Compactness index17/100
Portability efficiency38/100
Range efficiency76/100
What the numbers mean
Search profileslope rangefinder
Portability classMidweight
Range classExtended range
Feature classSlope laser
Best forElevation-heavy courses
Full specifications
Technical details
Laser & ranging
Maximum range1300 yd
Flag range450 yd
Minimum range5 yd
Accuracy±0.5 yd
Measurement speed0.25-3.0 sec
Scan modeNot published
Flag lockPinSense
Lock feedbackSurge vibration
Optics & display
Magnification6×
Objective lens22 mm
Field of viewNot published
Eye relief13 mm
Exit pupil3.67 mm
DisplayRed/Black selectable display
Display colorNot published
Diopter adjustment±3
Slope, tournament & smart features
Slope compensationYes
Slope toggleYes
Tournament legalYes with slope disabled
Tournament indicatorNot published
Image stabilizationNot published
GPS built inNot published
BluetoothNot published
Smartphone appNot published
Power, size & protection
Battery typeCR2
RechargeableNo
Battery life2000 range cycles
Charging portNot published
DimensionsDimensions or weight not fully published
Weight7.6 oz / 215 g
Water ratingIPX7
WarrantyLifetime years
Derived comparison
Practical rangefinder snapshot
Calculated from the published specifications to make range, size and portability easier to compare.
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