The instant gratification of pointing, clicking, and getting an exact distance has always felt more reliable to me than GPS units that seemed to struggle with accuracy. But when Blue Tees sent over their new Ringer GPS 2.0, claiming it could compete with devices twice its price, I was intrigued enough to give it a real chance. After three months and over 40 rounds with this thing magnetically attached to my cart, I'm ready to eat some crow.
The initial thing that struck me when I unboxed the Ringer 2.0 wasn't its compact size (though at 0.25 pounds, it's lighter than my phone) – it was the magnetic mount. This heavy-duty magnet is strong enough that I've accidentally lifted my entire golf bag by grabbing just the device. The color touchscreen glass display immediately felt premium, not like the plastic-y screens I remember from GPS units five years ago. The package also included a microfiber cleaning cloth that's been perfect for keeping the screen spotless during dusty rounds. And yes, before you ask, it's water-resistant enough that I've played through Florida downpours without any issues.
The Blue Tees Ringer GPS 2.0 is a game-changing golf GPS device designed for precision and speed. Trusted by pros, it delivers instant distance readings and course insights to help you lower your scores effortlessly. Whether you're navigating tough fairways or reading greens, this compact tool keeps you confidently on target.
Here's where the Ringer 2.0 earned its place in my bag permanently. The Green View feature doesn't just show you a generic oval representing the green – it displays the actual shape of each green with surprising precision. I play a home course with some seriously undulating, multi-tiered greens that look like abstract art from above. The Ringer nails every contour. You can tap anywhere on the green to lock the pin position, and it instantly recalculates your distance to that exact location.
I tested this against my buddy's $600 rangefinder for an entire round, and the distances matched within a yard every single time. But here's what the rangefinder couldn't do – show me that the pin was tucked behind a false front, or that there was a 15-yard depth difference between the front and back of the green. Last week at TPC Tampa Bay, I had 165 yards to the center, but the pin was back right. The Ringer showed me it was actually 178 to the pin with a tier in between. I clubbed up to a 6-iron instead of the 7 I would have grabbed, stuck it to 12 feet, and made birdie. That's the kind of information that actually impacts your score.
What really sold me was how intuitive the interface is. Swipe left or right to move between holes, pinch to zoom, tap to measure distances to any point on the hole. After about three holes, I wasn't even thinking about how to use it anymore – it just worked. The front, center, and back distances are always visible at the bottom of the screen, so even if you're just trying to get it on the dance floor, you've got what you need at a glance.
Most GPS devices show you hazards, but the Ringer 2.0's lively hazard mapping is on another level. It displays up to four hazards per hole, and here's the kicker – they scale and adjust based on where you're standing. Hit your drive into the rough on the right? The device automatically recalculates and shows you the hazards relevant to your new position, not just from the middle of the fairway.
I play a lot of different courses (tested this thing on 18 different tracks so far), and the way it handles water hazards alone has saved me a dozen balls. It shows you the carry distance to clear the water and the distance to reach the back edge. On a dogleg par 4 at my home course, there's a creek that cuts across at about 240 yards from the white tees. The Ringer showed me I needed 237 to carry it from where I was standing slightly left of the tee box. My playing partners all laid up because they thought it was 250+. I grabbed driver, trusted the number, and had a flip wedge in while they were hitting 6-irons.
The hazard info isn't just about avoiding trouble either. Knowing exact distances to fairway bunkers has helped me pick better targets off the tee. There's a par 5 I play where the ideal layup is to a position 95 yards out, just short of a fairway bunker. The Ringer shows me exactly where that bunker starts (268 yards) and where it ends (291 yards). I know if I hit a good 3-wood, I'll fly it. Bad contact? I'm still short and in perfect position. That kind of strategic information is what separates this from basic GPS watches that just tell you front-center-back.
You know what's worse than your GPS dying on the 14th hole? Not much. The Ringer 2.0's battery legitimately lasts over 10 hours – I've played 36 holes in a day twice now without charging between rounds, and still had juice left over. The USB-C charging is clutch too (finally, everything uses the same cable), and it charges from dead to full in about 90 minutes.
The Low Power Mode is actually useful, unlike some devices where "low power" basically means "turns off all the features you bought it for." When you're not actively looking at it, the screen dims after 30 seconds and goes to sleep after a minute. But the GPS keeps tracking, and the second you pick it up, it's showing your current position and distances. No waiting for satellites, no lag time – just instant information when you need it.
I've been burned before by devices that claim great battery life but drain faster than expected when you're actually using all the features. After tracking every shot for 18 holes, using the Green View constantly, and leaving the screen brightness at max because I'm getting old and need to see things clearly, I still finished with 40% battery. That's real-world performance, not laboratory testing conditions. Even if you forget to charge it for a few days (guilty), the standby time is solid enough that it'll still have enough juice for a quick nine after work.
This is where things get interesting if you're already in the Blue Tees universe or thinking about diving in. When paired with their Player+ speaker (I bought one after testing the Ringer), the integration is seamless. The Ringer becomes a remote control for your music – volume, track skipping, play/pause – all from the GPS screen. But the real magic is the audible GPS announcements through the speaker. Walk up to your ball, and the speaker tells you the distance without having to look at anything. Blue Tees also makes the Series 4 Ultra rangefinder which offers dual-display technology for viewing flag and background distances simultaneously if you want both GPS and laser options in your arsenal.
The companion app deserves its own mention. After each round, I sync my data (takes about 30 seconds over Bluetooth), and I can see every shot I tracked on a 3D course map. The included Advanced Analytics Package provides shot tracking, club selection assist, and detailed post-round playbacks that have genuinely helped me understand my game better. It shows my actual distances with each club, not what I think I hit them. Turns out my 7-iron is more like 155 yards consistently, not the 165 I've been telling myself for years. The app's AI club recommendations have been surprisingly precise too. It factors in elevation, wind (when you input it), and your actual performance data to suggest clubs. I was skeptical at first, but it's been right more often than my own gut feelings.
The round replay feature is almost addictive. You can watch your entire round shot by shot, see where you gained and lost strokes, and identify patterns in your misses. I realized I miss right with my driver 70% of the time on holes with water left – clearly a mental thing I need to work on. That kind of understanding is usually reserved for players using expensive launch monitors or paying for professional coaching.
It's the little things that tell you a product was designed by golfers, not just engineers. The magnetic mount is genius – strong enough to stay put when you're bouncing over cart paths, but easy to grab with one hand when you need it. I've stuck it to my push cart, my riding cart, even the ball washer post when I'm walking and want to check distance before teeing off.
The screen is readable in direct sunlight (tested extensively in Arizona last month), and the glass display doesn't scratch easily despite me tossing it in my bag with tees, ball markers, and other pocket debris. The touch responsiveness is smartphone-level good – none of that lag or missed taps you get with cheaper units. Even with golf gloves on, it registers touches accurately, though I usually just pop my glove off for a second to use it.
At $150, this thing is priced aggressively. I've tested GPS units that cost $300+ that don't have half these features. The fact that it includes 42,000 courses preloaded means you're probably never going to play somewhere it doesn't know. I tried to stump it with a random executive course near my in-laws' place – nope, full hole layouts and accurate distances. Even my buddy's private club that just redesigned three holes last year had the updated layout.
The Blue Tees Ringer GPS 2.0 is a game-changing golf GPS device designed for precision and speed. Trusted by pros, it delivers instant distance readings and course insights to help you lower your scores effortlessly. Whether you're navigating tough fairways or reading greens, this compact tool keeps you confidently on target.
You can't definitively use the Blue Tees Ringer GPS 2.0 in tournament play without checking initially. The device lacks a tournament-compliant mode and includes features like elevation adjustments and shot tracking that violate USGA Rule 4.3a. You'll need to verify with tournament officials before play since Blue Tees doesn't provide documentation confirming tournament legality. Many of its features aren't allowed under standard tournament rules, risking potential disqualification.
You can use the Blue Tees Ringer GPS 2.0 internationally - it works in over 29 countries with 42,000+ preloaded courses worldwide. The GPS functions globally wherever satellite signals are available, from the US to Europe, Asia, and Australia. While extremely remote or brand-new courses might not be in the database yet, you'll find coverage for major golfing destinations. The device ships to 70+ countries and all features work internationally.
You'll get a 2-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, with battery coverage limited to 6 months. The glass screen's now included in warranty protection. You can return the device within 60 days if you're not satisfied - just guarantee it's in original condition with all accessories. Once they approve your return inspection, you'll receive a full refund. Extended warranty options are available through the app or for additional purchase.
You'll find that course map update frequency varies markedly between GPS manufacturers. While Blue Tees hasn't publicly specified their exact update schedule for the Ringer GPS 2.0's database, most companies update their courses quarterly to annually. Some providers use satellite technology to refresh maps within 48 hours of changes, while others rely on professional surveys that can take months. You'd need to contact Blue Tees directly for their specific update timeline.
Yes, you'll find the Blue Tees Ringer GPS 2.0 fully compatible with your electric golf cart's USB ports. The device charges efficiently through standard 5V/2.1A dual USB outlets found on Club Car, EZGO, and Yamaha models. You can power it directly from your cart's USB receptacles without needing adapters or voltage converters. The GPS unit's low power draw won't strain your cart's electrical system, and you'll maintain full functionality while adjusting during rounds.
So who is the Ringer GPS 2.0 for? If you're a golfer who plays different courses regularly and wants more than just basic yardages, this is a no-brainer at $150. The combination of accurate GPS, detailed green views, and thorough hazard info gives you everything you need to make smarter decisions on the course. Add in the shot tracking and app integration, and you're getting features typically found in devices costing twice as much.
It's not for the golfer who only plays their home course and knows every distance by heart. And if you're someone who needs slope-adjusted distances for practice rounds, you'll need to look elsewhere. But for the vast majority of us who just want accurate information presented clearly and quickly, with battery life that won't let us down, the Ringer GPS 2.0 delivers exactly what it promises. After three months of testing, it's earned a permanent spot on my cart, and my trusty rangefinder is collecting dust in the garage. Sometimes the best technology is the one that gets out of your way and just works – and that's exactly what Blue Tees has created here.
