Halo XL450 Rangefinder review
The Halo XL450 can be used for a variety of purposes, ranging from golf, bow hunting as well as target shooting. Manufactured by Wildgame Innovations, this rangefinder comes in black color. Thanks to its extremely low price in contrast to the other such devices, the XL450 is gaining immense popularity among-st golfers and hunters alike.
Even when it’s lower in price that has got nothing to do with its accuracy. Users can measure distances up to 450 yards from targets which are reflective. Its margin of error is as low as 1 yard, give or take here or there a bit. With its plastic body and a robust exterior, one can use it in tough conditions without any trouble. Following are the further features of a Halo XL40.
Features of Halo XL450
Ai Technology
Equipped with Angle Intelligence Technology, this rangefinder is capable of measuring slopes in its given range. If there’s a slope in your intended shot, the readings will be adjusted accordingly and the data provided to you will be accurate. Playing uphill or downhill, golfers will have information first hand on how to adjust their shot according to the conditions.
Since there are two modes in a Halo XL450 review, the AITM can be used in both of them at any instance. So from playing a random shot to hitting a specific target, it will assist its owners in an imperious manner.
Modes
Apart from golf, the HALO XL450 is also focused on providing quality services to the hunters. While they are out hunting, it is essential to know the real distance from their target. As a result, there are two modes available in this rangefinder.
In the Standard Mode, one can pick a specific spot and this device will provide you the real time distance from that target. Moving towards Scan Mode, it works in such a way so that to scan all the objects coming in your way.
Resistant
The Halo XL 450 is water resistant. This particular feature is common in other rangefinders but the fact that the Wildgame Innovations are providing it at such a low price is certainly commendable.
Display
Offering a 5times Magnification, a real like image will appear on the LCD in the form of numerical values. The battery level is displayed on the screen on a consistent basis. As per the units, one can change its setting from yards to meters.
One major drawback of Halo XL450 is associated with low light. In the case of bad light on the course or out on the hunting trip, users often complain about feeling trouble while interpreting readings from its display. So before purchasing it, keep it in mind that this rangefinder has its troubles with bad weather.
Warranty
Ease of Use
One standout feature of this rangefinder is its lightheadedness. Weighing only 17 grams, you won’t feel anything while holding a Halo XL450 in your hand. Since it is also designed for hunters, weight is regarded as a big factor in those conditions.
Durable
Thanks to the material of construction being employed in a Halo XL450, it is destined to last for a longer duration of time. Its plastic body isn’t susceptible to give way after a few rounds and that exactly is the same case if taken out on a hunting trip.
Price
In sharp contrast to the other rangefinders, Halo XL450 is available at an extremely low price at Amazon. Its price is even lower than $150, making it ideal for people who are looking to spend within a budget. And considering the features that are built in, there is not much to lose for in its purchase.
How to Use
Click on the Power Button. Lock on the Target whose distance is required. Select the Mode. Again Click the Power button and Bingo. You have the measured distance.
PROS
- Available at a Low Price, Ideal for Hunters as well as Recreational Golfers
- Slope adjusting technology helps you in hitting a perfect shot from such conditions
- Extremely lightweight, other dimensions are suitable to be carried by human hands
- Easy to Operate with no hassle
CONS
- A dim display under low lights can have a big negative influence over the potential buyers
- Readings takes a few seconds before appearing on the display screen
Finding a decent rangefinder for a hundred dollars with some great features at that price just got easy thanks to Wildgame Innovations.
I had the opportunity to review the new HALO XL450 Rangefinder from Wildgame Innovations. Having some skepticism about the accuracy and quality of this rangefinder I began researching what others had to say first and it seemed most people agreed, for the price the Halo is quite a gem. I tested it for myself for accuracy and low light and my tests found that this is a darn accurate rangefinder for the bowhunter and as far as quality, I tried normal drops and tested ranging afterwards and experienced no changes. Now, granted I have not had it for a year or three to see how it holds up under diverse conditions over time but for now I have to say for the price, you may not find anything to compete with it.
And, here are some of those great features I mentioned:
- MAXIMUM OF 450 YARDS TO REFLECTIVE TARGET
- 6X MAGNIFICATION
- AI™ TECHNOLOGY ACCOUNTS FOR SLOPE TO THE TARGET
- SCAN MODE ALLOWS FOR CONSTANT RANGING
- PRECISE TO +/- 1 YARD
- WATER RESISTANT
- 1 YEAR WARRANTY
- USES 1 CR2 LITHIUM ION BATTERY (INCLUDED)
Use in low-light conditions both indoors and out the HALO XL450 worked great as did the focusing mechanism. Distance accuracy was fine and any variance +/- of 1 yard occurred at farther distances than a bowhunter would shoot so wouldn’t make much of a difference. Now for someone shooting mountain ranges and long distance shots, this may not be your best choice in Rangefinders. That loss of accuracy over a long period becomes missed shots.
Having used some of the best Rangefinders on the market, like Leupold and Bushnell, where the construction, features, glass quality, etc being much better compared to the HALO line we must consider the price difference and our individual needs. With that in mind, again, the HALO is pretty hard to beat at the under $100 price tag.
Final Verdict
If you aren’t looking for rangefinders for professional tournaments, this one seems perfect. Because at this price, there isn’t a better product than a Halo XL450. While it’s durable and water resistant, its slope adjustment technology feels a bit too much to be available at such a low price.
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