The maximun range you can get a reading to a flag, will vary for laser range finders. Go to the websites and see how far you can get a reading to a flag. Pick the model with enough range for your game, No need to be able to get a yardage to 350 yards if you can't hit the ball close to that with your approach shots. The more powerful the range finder, the higher the price. Check out the hunting models also. as the price of these models tend to be less than similar models sold to golfers.