Is this a good deal from Skycaddie?

[dgn]

Greetings. I just got an upgrade offer from Skycaddie (perhaps others have received something similar.) I can trade in my SG5 for a new Skycaddie BREEZE, plus I get a free Feature Pack 1 (Intelligreen, Intelligreen Pro and targets), free accessories bundle (skin, travel case, car charger), and they'll transfer my membership and courses for me.

 

The price with trade in would be $159.95.

 

I realize some people think the Skycaddie membership prices are not worth it, but I'd rather leave that topic out of consideration here.

 

Thoughts? Deal, or no deal?

[PZero]

I wouldn't. I have the SG5 and SGX (similar to the breeze) and I think the SG5 is more user friendly. I prefer using it over the SGX by a wide margin, so I wouldn't get rid of your SG5.

[joeunc]

I have the sg5 and the breeze is supposed to be easier and bigger screen and better display. I got the same mail and am thinking of doing it. the trade in is more than I could sale it for

[scjr]

[quote name='PZero' timestamp='1367542404' post='6961185']
I wouldn't. I have the SG5 and SGX (similar to the breeze) and I think the SG5 is more user friendly. I prefer using it over the SGX by a wide margin, so I wouldn't get rid of your SG5.
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Thanks for the feedback.

I have an SG5 and received this upgrade offer as well. I was considering it, but since you've compared both think I'll pass for now. The SG5 works great for me.

[OldGolfer87]

I had a sg 3 since i joined skycaddie 6 years ago or so and recently updated to a sg 5 , i asked them about a trade value for mine and it was very little and not enough to make it worth my while ........ i have since upgraded but i purchased on e bay and got a new sg 5 for $110 shipped where the skycaddie people did not come close to that ..... what that said i don't think you are getting a fair deal and i believe they could do better for active members

[joeunc]

the 70 they are offering me is more than most sg5s are selling on ebay. I like the look and functionality of the breeze better from my i initial research

[dgn]

$70 is not a bad trade-in offer. I'll admit I'm intrigued by the BREEZE. My SG5 works fine, but it's a little outdated. Would like to have a bigger, brighter screen and the ability to add feature packs 2 and 3 later.

If the deal was for the unit only I don't think it would be worth it, but the add-on's may tip this deal in my favor.

[scjr]

[quote name='dgn' timestamp='1367548480' post='6961817']
$70 is not a bad trade-in offer. I'll admit I'm intrigued by the BREEZE. My SG5 works fine, but it's a little outdated. Would like to have a bigger, brighter screen and the ability to add feature packs 2 and 3 later.

If the deal was for the until only I don't think it would be worth it, but the add-on's may tip this deal in my favor.
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If you do the trade, let us know what you think about the Breeze vs the SG5.

Maybe I can do this later down the line, after some more feedback. Thanks.

[dgn]

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[quote name='dgn' timestamp='1367548480' post='6961817']
$70 is not a bad trade-in offer. I'll admit I'm intrigued by the BREEZE. My SG5 works fine, but it's a little outdated. Would like to have a bigger, brighter screen and the ability to add feature packs 2 and 3 later.

If the deal was for the until only I don't think it would be worth it, but the add-on's may tip this deal in my favor.
[/quote]

If you do the trade, let us know what you think about the Breeze vs the SG5.

Maybe I can do this later down the line, after some more feedback. Thanks.
[/quote]

Well, I went ahead and did the SG5 trade-in for the BREEZE. It was $159.95, plus $15 for handling charge. Unit was exactly as described, and Skycaddie transferred my courses to the new unit when it arrived. The BREEZE came with a cover, travel case, travel charger, screen protector, and the normal accessories. It included Feature Pack 1. After messing around with it on the range I decided to upgrade to Feature Pack 2. This includes HoleVue, which I think is a needed feature. Just played my first round this weekend, here are my thoughts:

It's a big step up from the SG5. Mainly the bigger screen but it just works better overall. The distances set themselves quickly and stay set, compared to the SG5. Controls are easy to use and look fine in the sunlight. Accuracy is unbeatable. When I first decided to change from a laser to GPS three years ago accuracy was my top priority. The BREEZE is exceptional in this area.

If you already use an SGX then I'm sure the BREEZE compares almost identically. I happen to prefer the white exterior, though. If you're considering this deal and think you want all the feature packs, just get the SGX. It's only $20 more with trade-in.

[scjr]

Thanks for the feedback! The BREEZE sounds great.

I was tempted, but in the end I didn't want to pay for another upgrade to hole vue that I already had. I may still do it in the future, but the SG5 is working fine for now.