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Bosch GLM400CL vs Bosch GLM165-27CGL

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 Bosch GLM400CL offers

Choose the Bosch GLM400CL when a video viewfinder will help you aim at a distant target.³

What differs

Specification	Bosch GLM400CL	Bosch GLM165-27CGL
Beam color	Red⁴	Green¹
Display	Backlit, plus video viewfinder³	Color LCD¹
Measuring functions	11 different measuring functions, including real-time length, length, area, volume and indirect functions, and addition/subtraction capability⁴	11 different measuring functions¹
Power source	Rechargeable lithium ion⁴	Aa or rechargeable pack²
IP rating	IP 54⁴	IP65¹

More details

Specification	Bosch GLM400CL	Bosch GLM165-27CGL
Range	400 ft³	Up to 165 ft¹
Accuracy	≈0.0591 in (1.5 mm)⁴	≈0.063 in (1.6 mm) (Environment: Typical measurement conditions)²
Bluetooth	Yes³	Yes²
Inclinometer	Not published	Yes⁵

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