Comparison
Bushnell Tour V7 Shift vs Blue Tees Captain Air
Two slope rangefinders at different prices when we last checked. They differ on range, display, water rating and how each is powered.
Bushnell Golf
Tour V7 Shift
Bushnell Golf describes the Tour V7 Shift as having an “all-new Dual Color (red and green) OLED Display with Slope-Switch Technology.”
$399.99
Evidence: Research-basedSee at Bushnell Golf: Bushnell Golf Tour V7 ShiftBlue Tees
Captain Air
Blue Tees calls the Captain Air its “newest, faster model with even more on-course utility.”
$199.99
Evidence: Research-basedSee at Blue Tees Golf: Blue Tees Captain Air
Where they differ
Rows where the published values are different, or where one maker publishes a figure and the other does not.
| Specification | Bushnell GolfTour V7 Shift | Blue TeesCaptain Air |
|---|---|---|
| Price when checked | $399.99 (Bushnell Golf) | $199.99 (Blue Tees Golf) |
| Maker’s list price | $399.99 | Not published |
| Max range | 1,300 yards | 1,000 yards |
| Display | OLED, red/green | LCD, red/black |
| Water rating | IPX6 | IP65 |
| Battery | 3-Volt Lithium (CR-2) | USB-C rechargeable |
Where they match
Rows where the values are the same for both.
| Specification | Bushnell GolfTour V7 Shift | Blue TeesCaptain Air |
|---|---|---|
| Magnification | 6× | 6× |
| Slope | Yes | Yes |
How they differ
Both have 6x magnification and a slope switch. The Tour V7 Shift costs more, and on the makers’ specs that buys a longer maximum range, an OLED display and a CR-2 battery in place of USB-C charging.
- Bushnell Golf lists a longer maximum range, a red and green OLED display and an IPX6 water rating. The Tour V7 Shift takes a CR-2 battery.
- Blue Tees lists a shorter range, a red and black LCD, an IP65 rating and USB-C charging.
IPX6 and IP65 are both IP ratings. The second digit is the water rating: 6 for the Tour V7 Shift and 5 for the Captain Air. The X in IPX6 means the rating Bushnell Golf lists does not include a dust rating.
Neither maker mentions stabilization. If you can, look through both displays: how readable each is comes down to your eyes and the light.
Who each one suits
- The Captain Air, if you want slope and 6x magnification for less money, and would rather charge over USB-C than buy batteries. Blue Tees calls it its “newest, faster model with even more on-course utility.”
- The Tour V7 Shift, if you want the longer listed range and an OLED display, and are fine replacing a CR-2 battery. Bushnell Golf highlights its “Dual Color (red and green) OLED Display with Slope-Switch Technology.”
If you play in competitions, check that you can turn slope off on whichever unit you buy, and check your event’s rules.
Evidence ledger
The sources behind every value on this page.
- Evidence: Verified
Bushnell Golf publishes the Tour V7 Shift range, magnification, display, slope switch, IPX6 rating, power source and price.
- Evidence: Verified
Blue Tees publishes the Captain Air range, magnification, display type, slope switch, IP65 rating, battery and GPS/app features.