Written by Ernie in Golf Tips Last Updated August 23, 2026
The GolfBuddy GB LASER atom rangefinder combines a 880-yard published maximum range with 6× magnification and a published accuracy of ±1 yd. Its feature set includes slope compensation and rechargeable power. At 4.4 oz, it falls into the ultralight class in this database. Derived comparison data works out to 199.6 yd of range per ounce, 98/100 portability efficiency and 95/100 range efficiency.
Golf rangefinder specifications
GolfBuddy · GB LASER atom · Laser
Year: 2022Max range: 880 ydMagnification: 6×Accuracy: ±1 ydWeight: 4.4 oz
4.4 ozWeight
Rangefinder benchmarks
How this model compares
Benchmarks compare this rangefinder with the other dense-spec models in this database.
Maximum range
Near average
880 yd
Low300 yd
This model880 yd
Average997 yd
High1600 yd
Weight
Above average
4.4 oz
Low3.7 oz
This model4.4 oz
Average7 oz
High14 oz
Magnification
Near average
6×
Low4×
This model6×
Average6×
High7×
Portability efficiency
Above average
98/100
Low1/100
This model98/100
Average46/100
High98/100
At a glance
Rangefinder profile
Slope compensationYes
GPSNo
StabilizationNo
Cart magnetNo
RechargeableYes
Weather ratingNot published
Overview
Model information
Manufacturer
GolfBuddy
Model
GB LASER atom
Category
Golf Rangefinder
Release year
2022
Status
Prior generation
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 ounce199.6 yd/oz
Body volume9.1 cu in
Range per cubic inch97.2 yd/cu in
Calculated exit pupil3 mm
Compactness index1/100
Portability efficiency98/100
Range efficiency95/100
What the numbers mean
Search profileslope rangefinder
Portability classUltralight
Range classStandard range
Feature classSlope laser
Best forElevation-heavy courses
Full specifications
Technical details
Laser & ranging
Maximum range880 yd
Flag rangeNot published
Minimum range2 yd
Accuracy±1 yd
Measurement speed0.2 sec
Scan modeNot published
Flag lockYes
Lock feedbackNot published
Optics & display
Magnification6×
Objective lens18 mm
Field of viewNot published
Eye relief16.2 mm
Exit pupil3 mm
DisplayNot published
Display colorNot published
Diopter adjustmentNot published
Slope, tournament & smart features
Slope compensationYes
Slope toggleNot published
Tournament legalYes
Tournament indicatorNot published
Image stabilizationNot published
GPS built inNot published
BluetoothNot published
Smartphone appNot published
Power, size & protection
Battery typeInternal rechargeable
RechargeableYes
Battery lifeNot published
Charging portUSB-C
DimensionsDimensions or weight not fully published
Weight4.4 oz / 125 g
Water ratingNot published
WarrantyNot published
Derived comparison
Practical rangefinder snapshot
Calculated from the published specifications to make range, size and portability easier to compare.
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