Garmin Approach Z10 Rangefinder Debuts at $299.99
By Staff Writer
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Key takeaways
- The Garmin Approach Z10 is priced at $299.99, the least expensive rangefinder in Garmin's lineup.
- It weighs 178 grams, Garmin's lightest and most compact rangefinder to date.
- Its headline feature, Range Relay, syncs yardages to a paired Garmin golf watch.
- The Z10 carries IPX4 waterproofing, a lower rating than the IPX7 on the pricier Approach Z30.
Garmin has added a new entry-level rangefinder to its lineup, the Approach Z10, priced at $299.99 (£249.99) and built as the brand's most compact laser to date.
| Spec | Approach Z10 |
|---|---|
| Price | $299.99 / £249.99 |
| Weight | 178g |
| Waterproofing | IPX4 |
| Stated range | 350 yards |
| Battery | Replaceable, roughly 1-year life |
The Z10 ships in a black-and-white colorway and runs on a replaceable battery rather than a rechargeable one, with a single battery rated to last roughly a year. Garmin lists the device's range at 350 yards.
What is Range Relay?
The Z10's headline feature, Range Relay, pairs with a compatible Garmin golf watch, such as the Approach S70, to send yardages to the wrist. A golfer shoots the flag once from the tee, and the watch then updates the distance automatically while walking down the fairway, along with front and back yardages to the green. Reviewers who tested the feature found it accurate to within about two yards of a standalone rangefinder over multiple rounds.
Range Relay's real trick is shooting the flag once and letting the watch handle the rest of the hole.
How does it compare to the Approach Z30?
The Z10 carries IPX4 waterproofing, protecting against light to moderate rain, compared with the IPX7 rating on Garmin's pricier Approach Z30. Its distance readout displays in black rather than the red numbers used on the Z30, and some reviewers have noted the Z10's display looks dimmer than Garmin's higher-priced models.
The device also includes a tournament mode, activated by double-pressing the top button and signaled by a blue light for playing partners, a "Find My" locator feature, and a magnetic mount that attaches to metal surfaces such as a golf cart frame.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Garmin Approach Z10 cost?
The Approach Z10 is priced at $299.99 in the United States and £249.99 in the United Kingdom.
What is Range Relay?
Range Relay is a feature that syncs rangefinder yardages to a compatible Garmin golf watch, updating distances to the flag automatically as a golfer walks down the fairway.
Does the Z10 work without a Garmin watch?
The rangefinder functions on its own, but Range Relay requires pairing with a compatible Garmin golf watch, such as the Approach S70.
How does the Z10 compare to the Approach Z30?
The Z10 is lighter and cheaper than the Z30 but carries a lower IPX4 waterproofing rating, compared with the Z30's IPX7 rating.
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