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Bosch GLM165-27CGL vs Makita LD030P

Our pick

Bosch GLM165-27CGL

Handheld Laser Distance Meters

Why this one

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

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What Makita LD030P offers

For simple distance and area checks, the LD030P keeps the reading on a two-line display and runs on replaceable AAA batteries, so you can carry spares instead of a charger.³⁴

What differs

Specification	Bosch GLM165-27CGL	Makita LD030P
Beam color	Green¹	Red⁴
Display	Color LCD¹	Two-line display⁴
Measuring functions	11 different measuring functions¹	Calculation function: Addition - Subtraction Surfaces calculation function Making continuous measurements (tracking): enables minimum and maximum distance measuring³
Bluetooth	Yes²	No⁵
Power source	Aa or rechargeable pack²	Aaa batteries³
IP rating	IP65¹	IP 54⁴

More details

Specification	Bosch GLM165-27CGL	Makita LD030P
Range	Up to 165 ft¹	≈98.4 ft (30 m)⁶
Accuracy	≈0.063 in (1.6 mm) (Environment: Typical measurement conditions)²	≈0.0787 in (2.0 mm)⁶
Inclinometer	Yes⁷	Not published