Ratings & Reviews for Bosch 165-ft Laser Distance Measurer with Backlit Display

ease of use

I have had Bosch GLM50 for 4/5 weeks .Its has more than for met my expectations ease of use as well as extreme accuracy A great product , would recommend it highly.

Cuts time in half

I use this primarily at work when doing a quick as-built for homes and buildings. Using the laser measure cuts my time in half and beats dragging a noisy tape measure across peoples houses and knocking things over.

Tool Box Asset

Very handy item to have in the tool collection. Easy to use, good on batteries, accurate and faster than its predecessor the DLR165. The back light is also an improvement adding to its usefulness. Especially good deal found on clearance.

My late wife purchased this for me for Christmas a

I have used it on several occasions and it done a great job.

Laser tape

This product delivers what they say it does! Keep up the good work

Accurate

This laser measure has made my life a lot easier and it does what it says it will.

Good tool but!

This tool is very good does what it says but the blue tooth don't work with all Bluetooth products such as iPhone 4 or iPad 2 both of which I have I think this should be front and center on the specs, the first one I received the Bluetooth worked on nothing the second one works other devices such as IPad 4 iPhone 6 would have given more stars if it had straight forward advertising.

Excellent, compact laser measurer

I have used this unit many times since purchasing it a few weeks ago: both indoors and out, for a wide range of distances, and in multiple modes. It's extremely fast, easy-to-use (for any of the functions and switching between functions), the display is easy-to-read, and the laser is plenty bright even outdoors. Very happy with my purchase and a distinct time saver.

Very Useful Tool

I have had this tool for just over a year now (purchased Dec 2014). I purchased it for my job as a home, farm, and commercial insurance inspector as we have to get exterior and interior measurements of the building we are inspecting. Pros: It is very handy, just point the laser and hit the button. The device allows you to select if it measures from the front, rear, or the mounting screw so your measurements are not incorrect. You can use the trigonometric function to measure a wall that you can...

Fast, Easy and Accurate.

My only problem was trying to decide which unit to purchase. I chose the GLM 50. The device is of good size, very easy to read and very accurate. I tested it several times using a tape and it was better than specifications. If you do not need the additional functions of the higher priced units, I would highly recommend the GLM 50.

App plicable - Measures up!

I use this device for two applications - Installation details for Audio and for live events - hanging trusses and sound systems - the large numbers and real time measurement functions are great for trimming trusses and making sure everything is at proper height and trim. For installation being able to tie photos from the app to measurements from the laser are great. (this works about a third of the time) the consolation is that I can manually add measurements when the laser tape fails to connect...

Great display

Has all the functions most people will need, Easy to see display in the dark, Easy to use, Tablet App getting better.

great small measuring tool

small enough to carry in pocket, comes with caring case (a little tight so need a bit of work to remove and then reinstall); easy to use, quick to turn on and do measurements; simple to change from feet to inches, to mm

father estimates

i am a hardwood floor contractor,I just purchased the GLM50C.after measuring for Sqft with a tape for 34 yrs. The GLM50c is very easy use and very accurate. This Laser is much faster as well.I bring in a tape measure just in case,never need it. I like the soft rubber sides of the GLM it doesn't mare or scuff. the only down side is that it is hard to get in the protective case.

A must have tool

As a contractor I can't imagine going to any new job without this tool in my hand. I use this tool so much, that it needs new batteries weekly.

Time saving tool!

I recently bought the GLM 50 for a specific job. Before bidding I needed to measure each room in a large commercial property, some of which were much longer than any tape measure I own. This laser distance measurer worked flawlessly...just aim and read the display. That's it. It really is that simple. The more advanced features are straight forward as well as the display makes it clear which value you are inputting. It seems to be built very well. Adding a back-lit display seems like something...

Extremely accurate and easy to use

Great for indoor use, not so good for outdoor use as laser dot disappears at about 50'.

Accurate and Simple

This laser measuring device is simple to use and extremely accurate. I've used it regularly for approximately 6 months, usually to measure rooms during remodels and installations. It is very useful for measuring dimensions such as for window coverings where it is necessary to accurately and efficiently obtain multiple "inside" dimensions.

easy to use

Im very happy with this distance finder, it is extremely easy to use and accurate. Its a great time saver, I'm actually give them as gifts this Christmas.

Excellent bargain

This tool paid for itself on the first few estimates I brought it to. I bought mine at Home Depot at a great price. Simple to use and very accurate + it makes me look very professional.