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Bosch GLM165-27CGL vs Leica DISTO D1

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Bosch GLM165-27CGL

Handheld Laser Distance Meters

The Bosch GLM165-27CGL pairs a green beam with Bluetooth for transferring readings to a compatible app.¹²

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The Leica DISTO D1 provides an illuminated display and Bluetooth for reading distances on the tool and transferring them to a compatible device.³

Specification	Bosch GLM165-27CGL	Leica DISTO D1
Beam color	Green¹	Red⁴
Display	Color LCD¹	Das Display ist beleuchtet und weist 3 Zeilen auf³
Measuring functions	11 different measuring functions¹	nur die elementaren Messaufgaben³
Power source	Aa or rechargeable pack²	Batteries unspecified⁵
IP rating	IP65¹	IP54⁶

Specification	Bosch GLM165-27CGL	Leica DISTO D1
Range	Up to 165 ft¹	131.2336 ft⁵
Accuracy	≈0.063 in (1.6 mm) (Environment: Typical measurement conditions)²	≈0.0787 in (2.0 mm)⁵
Bluetooth	Yes²	Yes³
Inclinometer	Yes⁷	Not published