Which is the newer rangeinder - diablo or x hot? Can't really discern a difference between them...any advice would be GREAT!
770885
Hot is definitely newer, sleeker but my diablo serves the function perfectly, my only complaint would be the view seems a little blurry compared to some others i have tried, but i dont see anything on the Hot that would fix that. to sum up, by last years model and save the $, or pay the extra for the newest model
770886
I'm assuming they line up with the clubs, since the Diablo clubs came out before the X Hot did, I'd say the Diablo is the older of the two, but frankly, I don't think there is much if any difference between the two.
770887
I am not sure which one is newer. All I can tell you is the diablo is working great for me. I play with a co-worker every week end and we always compare who has the accurate distance from the greens with our rangefinders.
770888
Sorry but I really don't know. I bought the diablo and it's great. But no idea about any other ones.
770889
I believe the xHot is the new one but they both work the same. This is a great rangefinder! Battery life is wonderful. I have used this for 3 months without having to replace the battery. I play and practice 4x per week.
1124133
It is only a few hundred more than the D3 introductory price. The frame buffer upgrade alone justifies the price increase. Not to mention the increase in ISO performance. They took a great camera and slapped in some great enhancements. This isn't marketed toward people who have a D3, it is for those who do not.
980693
I've had the 9500ix for about a year now. First one I've owned with GPS. The memory feature works good, and is constantly updated on my Mac. I have had very little issue with false alarms. This thing sees around corners surprisingly well. Haven't tried the max yet. Saved me some money between Phoenix and Flagstaff.
1124135
You are absolutely correct, Brian. The video with the D3S is very good and certainly exceeding web requirements, but I bought the D3S because of its high ISO performance and overall image quality. By the way, I don't think DxO has rated the D3S yet. Number 4 behind the P60, D3X and P45 is the plain-old (and great) D3. I think the D3S will come in slightly higher than the D3 due to ISO performance.
1073948
No, but the price is better than the D4 and D3S. Honestly if you have to crank your ISO beyond 3200 spend the extra $4,000 on the D4.
1413382
We have the Arctic Blast and couldn't be more happy with it. We use it strictly for home use (frequent). In looking at the differences between the 2, the Blizzard seems to have more in terms of aesthetics (light up sign) but that about it. As far as I can tell the motor is the same. I wouldn't pay the extra $$ for the Blizzard if it's only for home use.
476005
I have a MURS system by Dakota Alert. The 2500 and 3000 models are a totally different system. Don't waste your money on them, go with a MURS. I had the other type but it didn't work well at all. I am very happy with the MURS and plan to buy one for my mother's house. Also you can add transmitters (ex front and back yards) and it will tell you which transmitter detected movement. Don't hesitate to call Dakota Alert for questions and to help you set it up. They are very helpful and friendly.
365418
looking at these items on ebay - the main difference seems to be dial control or digital control. My original one was a digital control (not like this new model) and honestly the problem I had was the digital button broke and I couldn't control heat. That is why I chose the dial this time
858439
The D2 definitely gives you the bang for the absolute best price. It sounds clean and Im completely satisfied with mine thus far.
764799
Just check out the 9500ix. costs a little more, but the added features, range and adaptability are big pluses
481890
i like the multi x one . im zero at 100 yard on crosshair. the duplex is similar zero at crosshair plus it has line marks on bottom crosshair lets say 200 yards , 300 , 400 , 500 and 600 hope this helps . duplex is not a bad thing by no means . just preference i would say.
1603684
I had them both. Solas had wider coverage (hotshot is really directional) but the solas only has one low setting and that is non - blinking. The hotshot has an adjustable brightness. You should also take a look at the light and motion taillights or the serfas thunderbolt. I like both of these better than the cygolight or the nightrider.
980695
I own the Redline and Passport Max. The Redline has better range, by far better range. But it does give false alerts. The Max has good range and blocks most false alerts. I work as a hotshot driver in the oilfield and travel all of the US. I now use the Max exclusively. Although the range is not as good as the Redline, it still alerts you in plenty of time. With its fast speed and gps it is in my opinion the best choice.
980694
Haven't tried the Max yet and after reading the reviews probably won't. But I do have an 8500, 9500, x50, and a Redline. The Redline is by far the best of the best. I even had it fixed once when the speaker stopped working, and that says a lot. Keep in mind that I have had this detector for years. I want maximum detection range on open highways and the Redline gives me that without question. Falsing is at a minimum as well. Now if I could only get Escort to make a decent suction cup. Got the black aftermarket one that falls off my windshield several times a week.
1482978
The max if given a choice. Escort will likely support it better since it's their newest product. It had a few bugs when introduced, and they may have fixed them by now. I own both, but put the max on the shelf because I didn't have time to do the upgrades to fix the minor stuff that I had problems with. Range was same for. Oth but red light camera locations came up quicker with ix
1499345
I'm not familiar with the brand hot shot tools. They look similar in make. It may be the heat settings, lock feature etc. I'm happy with my hot tools waver. I used it today!
1438108
I don't think there is any difference, or any such camera. I ordered the D3 and received the D2 apparently. I hadn't noticed that until you asked. Some PT cameras pan around endlessly without having to reverse. This one does not. There is a blind spot in the rear where the camera mounts. There is no D3 listed on their website Loftek.com, but the D1 is without the IR lights.