Tiny But Mighty: Mileseey IONME2 Golf Rangefinder Review
This mini rangefinder grew on me during testing. But are the nifty features worth the asking price?
Rangefinders are all the same, right?
Wrong.
The new Mileseey Golf rangefinder, the IONME2, is unlike any rangefinder I’ve ever tested before.
Even at first glance, the IONME2 is clearly unique. Its miniature design gives it a distinct profile. But it’s also what’s inside this tiny but mighty unit that sets it apart.
I tested the Mileseey Golf IONME2 rangefinder to see if it can justify its $399 asking price.
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Inside the Mileseey IONME Golf Rangefinder
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Slope: Yes
Magnetic: Yes
Pros:
- Small profile easily fits in a pocket or push cart console
- “Coach Mode” allows you to measure a distance between two points (ball and target, for example) even when you aren’t standing at the starting point
- Magnetic mount for cart or other magnetic holders
- Crystal clear optics
- PinPoint Green Mode measures putt distances with accuracy within an inch
- USB-C rechargeable battery
Cons:
- Not user-friendly, especially to begin with
- No slope on/off toggle on the outside of the unit
- No protective case
- Steep asking price
There is a lot to unpack with the Mileseey IONME golf rangefinder, from its mini profile and some pretty nifty features, to a steep learning curve that caused me some frustration. Let’s check it all out.
Mileseey IONME2 Complete Scorecard
Mileseey IONME2
Total Score: 87/100
Best For: Tech-forward, walking golfers
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| Accuracy | 9/10 |
| Optics | 9/10 |
| Ease of Use | 7/10 |
| Features | 10/10 |
| Speed | 9/10 |
| Magnet | 8/10 |
| Triangulation Bonus | 7/10 |
| Performance Score | 91 |
| Value Score | 5.9 |
| Total Score | 87/100 |
The Milessey IONME2 is a mini rangefinder with mighty power. With bonus features like triangulation mode and even a putt-measuring mode, it appeals to the tech-savvy player who appreciates the extras. Plus, it’s compact size makes it ideal for walkers, although it has a magnetic mount that works great on golf carts as well.
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Size: A Mini Rangefinder?
I picked up some of Bridgestone’s two-ball sample packs at the PGA Show earlier this year, and as it turns out, those two-thirds sleeves are almost identical in size to the Mileseey IONME2 rangefinder. In other words, the IONME2 is about the size of two golf balls.
This size is great for keeping it in your pocket for easy access while you play, especially if you’re a walker like me. It also ensures the IONME2 fits easily in a push cart console, which again, provides easy access for walkers.
It also has a strong magnet built in, so it can easily mount to a cart bar or any other magnetic holder. It also comes with a magnetic belt clip, so if you want to wear it on your hip while you play, you have that option.
While the small size is convenient for easy access, it takes some getting used to when you’re actually measuring distances. If you’re accustomed to a traditional-sized rangefinder, the IONME2 will feel like, well, two golf balls, in your hands instead.
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Coach Mode
Coach Mode is, in my opinion, the coolest feature of the IONME2.
Allowing you to measure a distance without standing at the starting point, you can use Coach Mode to get several important measurements, including:
- Measure the distance from your ball to the target from the cart path
- Measure a playing partner’s distance without walking to their ball
- Measure the width of a fairway from the tee box
- Measure the distance from an intended layup to the hole
This sets the IONME2 apart more than anything else because traditional rangefinders are limited, but Coach Mode allows you to collect valuable information that can help with many shots.
After spending the winter hitting in a simulator, I have a good idea of how much my tee shots are likely to curve. By measuring the width of the fairway from the tee box, I can easily pick the safest target and set myself up for success on every tee. This was a nice feature for me.
PinPoint Green Mode
Mileseey’s PinPoint Green Mode is a feature I’m not sure anyone was asking for, but Mileseey delivered anyway.
With the IONME2, you can measure the distance of any putt with accuracy within an inch.
My first reaction was that I wouldn’t be caught dead pulling out a rangefinder on the putting green, but of course I had to test it out.
Instead of using it on the course, I tried it during practice, and I actually enjoyed it. I like to practice using the Stack putting app, which prescribes 18 putts of specific distances. Using PinPoint Green Mode was perfect for finding the right length putt every time. I also learned that my ability to judge the length of a putt could use some work.
I’m not sure if I’d ever use this feature on the course, but it doesn’t hurt to have it as an option, and it’s nifty during practice.
Frustrating User Experience
I have to admit, after one round with the IONME2, I wanted to give up on it.
Despite studying the user manual, I couldn’t figure out how to get Coach Mode to work. And I never studied the part of the user manual that covered how to turn slope mode off and on, and by the time I teed off, it was too late to try to figure that out.
While the IONME2 is sleek, it only has two buttons. When you consider the various modes and options – like Coach Mode, PinPoint Green Mode, Flag Lock Mode, Rain and Fog Mode, Slope On/Off – learning how to operate the IONME2 is almost like a lesson in Morse code.
Long press one button then short press the other to activate this feature; two short presses to turn off that one. I wasn’t interested in doing all that.
Thankfully, I persevered.
After that first frustrating round, I spent some extra time at home taking measurements around the neighborhood and getting familiar with switching between the various modes.
It didn’t take long to get a handle on how to switch between various modes, use Coach Mode appropriately, and turn on the Slope feature. Once I did, my on-course experience with the IONME2 was smooth.
Still, I always prefer a rangefinder to have a Slope on/off toggle on the side to easily turn slope on or off without scrolling through a digital menu.
Even though I was able to overcome the learning curve with the IONME2, I would warn potential buyers that you should study the user manual before taking it to the course. If you get frustrated with technology easily, this probably isn’t the rangefinder or you.
Accuracy
During both on-course rounds I played with the IONME2 so far, I compared distances with a GPS golf watch from Shot Scope, and from countless times playing the same shots on the same course. The accuracy always proved reliable, and I never struggled to lock onto the appropriate target with the IONME2.
When we tested the IONME2 in a controlled, pre-measured environment, it proved to be accurate to within less than half a yard, good for a score of 9/10 in our accuracy test.
Battery
The IONME2 comes with a USB-C rechargeable battery. I prefer rangefinders with rechargeable batteries because I can always charge them in the car on the way to the course in a pinch. I also happen to have a solar-powered charging station built into my golf bag, so I never have to worry about being stranded with a dead rangefinder.
With more and more golf carts offering USB charge ports these days, I think the shift to more rechargeable rangefinders, as opposed to replaceable batteries, is appropriate.
Is the Mileseey IONME2 Worth It?
The Mileseey IONME2 check in at $399. That puts it among the game’s premium rangefinders. If you’re looking for a budget option, you can get solid rangefinders with the essential features (magnetic mount, slope on/off toggle) for under $200.
However, if you want a rangefinder with some added features – Coach Mode is the coolest bonus feature on any of the latest rangefinders in my opinion – or you like the convenience of a smaller-sized unit, the IONME2 is certainly worthy of that premium asking price.