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The MGI SureShot SlimPRO rangefinder is one of the smallest on the market. Very light and easy to carry. Solid performance but no first tier features. Not great value.
Introduction
When it comes to rangefinders, thin is in. Over the last few months, we’ve seen a series of tiny rangefinders enter the market, and several have a slate of impressive features to go along with their trim dimensions. In this review, I’ll discuss the MGI SureShot SlimPRO rangefinder, one of the smallest lasers yet, and whether it’s worth considering for your bag this season.
Set Up & Ease of Use
Nothing about the MGI SureShot SlimPRO rangefinder will be unfamiliar for golfers who have used rangefinders in the past. There are two buttons on top: Power and Mode. The first press of the Power button turns the device on, the second gets your distance. Turning to the Mode button, a single tap toggles the pulse function, a double tap turns slope adjustment on or off, and a 10-second hold changes the units of measurement.
The SlimPRO runs on a rechargeable battery. When it’s plugged in, the light on the side glows red while charging and turns blue when it’s full. MGI does not provide any information or claims about battery life, but there is a battery life indicator in the viewfinder. I started with a full charge, performed several hundred ranges, and the battery remained full.
Accuracy & Features
The primary selling point of the MGI SureShot SlimPRO rangefinder is its size, so we’ll start there. It’s under 4″ long and less than 2″ tall and wide. It weighs a touch over five ounces, which is among the lightest lasers you’ll find. The other two comparably-sized rangefinders – the Voice Caddie Laser FIT and Mileseey IONME2 – are one ounce lighter and heavier, respectively, but have slightly more traditional, rectangular shapes. The SureShot SlimPRO is almost square, as you can see below, which makes it feel smaller in my hand.
Turning to the speed of the SureShot SlimPRO, its good but not great. There’s a small delay between letting go of the button and getting your yardage. As I’ve stated in many rangefinder reviews, the difference between the fastest and slowest rangefinders is less than a second, but it is noticeable when testing head-to-head. With regard to accuracy, the SlimPRO was consistently within one yard of other trusted rangefinders.
In terms of features, the SureShot SlimPRO has the basics. It has slope adjustment, PinLoc, and Priority Loc – the ability to ignore background targets. In 2025, these are de rigueur. The 7X magnification is solid, and MGI claims water resistance, but doesn’t state to what standard. One added feature I do like is that the light on the side of the unit glows blue when slope is turned off, red when it’s turned on.
The viewfinder is well organized, but the display is black-only. As with the speed, this isn’t a problem, but it’s a missed opportunity to offer more to the customer.
Value
The MGI SureShot SlimPRO rangefinder retails for $299. It comes with the zippered case (above), a charging cable, and a cleaning cloth.
Comparing it to the two similarly sized rangefinders I’ve reviewed recently, it’s hard to find the SureShot SlimPRO to be a great value. The Voice Caddie Laser FIT [review HERE] is just $179, and it has Ball-to-Pin Mode. The Mileseey IONME2 [review HERE] costs $100 more – $399 – but it has Coach Mode and PinPoint Green Mode.
Conclusion
The new MGI SureShot SlimPRO rangefinder offers an almost-incomparable form factor with solid performance. Unfortunately for them, the competition in this space is as fierce as ever. The combination of higher price and lack of elite features keeps this from being a great option.
Buy the MGI SureShot SlimPRO Rangefinder HERE
He founded Plugged In Golf in 2013 with the goal of helping all golfers play better and enjoy the game more.
Matt lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with his wife and two daughters.
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One Comment
I recommend the Voice Caddie Laser FIT. Small and lightweight, accurate and faster readings than my prior Voice Caddie, readings are black in sunlight and red in darker playing conditions. Ball to Pin capability is a neat feature.