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Garmin - Xero C1 Pro Chronograph - Black
Average customer rating
4.9
(932 Reviews)
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Customer Reviews for Garmin - Xero C1 Pro Chronograph - Black
Customer Rating
5
Very reliable...
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: MrBlackCat
I have just less than 1000 rounds through the Garmin Xero C1 Chronograph so far...
I have used several chronographs over the last decade or so, as a baseline.
Pros:
1. Convenience of setup is in a different class than any chronograph I have used. So simple. Turn it on, enter a couple of options, unfold the stand and set it down within the on-screen recommended range of the muzzle and begin.
2. The app works fine for the Android phone I use and auto-updates when you connect it to your phone.
3. The strongest point would be sensitivity and functional reliability. It works with everything from12ga slugs and 8mm Mauser to 2mm Pinfire (662fps avg with 0.5gr round ball), and has never missed a shot from any of the dozen firearms chronographed.** I can't say that for any other chronograph I have ever used more than once.
4. VERY hard to shoot. As a mass dispatcher of working optical chronographs, if I shoot this one, there must be an award or at least a t-shirt.
5. Ultra-compact. Coat pocket sized, handle tripod and all.
6. No idea the battery life, but I have only charged it twice, so it must be exceptionally long. I have never used it for more than an hour straight, but many times.
Cons:
1. Price. Higher cost than most others. Worth it for my shooting habits, as I have shot more chronographs than some people have shot guns. (When people see my junk yard of shot chronographs... "Jesus... I guess it's chrono-season, and you bagged your limit!")
2. Being relatively expensive, the screen is a little primitive and not so bright for my old eyes. It is a reflective type of LCD screen like a 70's calculator or early handheld game system. I didn't expect a cell phone screen, and it does do the job, but just ok.
**3. Still a minor thing... reset speed is a little bit slower than I wish. The only shots the Xero C1 has ever missed were caused by me getting back to the trigger a little too quick, before the reset. Not the units fault, but I do like products that make up for my faults.
I have used several chronographs over the last decade or so, as a baseline.
Pros:
1. Convenience of setup is in a different class than any chronograph I have used. So simple. Turn it on, enter a couple of options, unfold the stand and set it down within the on-screen recommended range of the muzzle and begin.
2. The app works fine for the Android phone I use and auto-updates when you connect it to your phone.
3. The strongest point would be sensitivity and functional reliability. It works with everything from12ga slugs and 8mm Mauser to 2mm Pinfire (662fps avg with 0.5gr round ball), and has never missed a shot from any of the dozen firearms chronographed.** I can't say that for any other chronograph I have ever used more than once.
4. VERY hard to shoot. As a mass dispatcher of working optical chronographs, if I shoot this one, there must be an award or at least a t-shirt.
5. Ultra-compact. Coat pocket sized, handle tripod and all.
6. No idea the battery life, but I have only charged it twice, so it must be exceptionally long. I have never used it for more than an hour straight, but many times.
Cons:
1. Price. Higher cost than most others. Worth it for my shooting habits, as I have shot more chronographs than some people have shot guns. (When people see my junk yard of shot chronographs... "Jesus... I guess it's chrono-season, and you bagged your limit!")
2. Being relatively expensive, the screen is a little primitive and not so bright for my old eyes. It is a reflective type of LCD screen like a 70's calculator or early handheld game system. I didn't expect a cell phone screen, and it does do the job, but just ok.
**3. Still a minor thing... reset speed is a little bit slower than I wish. The only shots the Xero C1 has ever missed were caused by me getting back to the trigger a little too quick, before the reset. Not the units fault, but I do like products that make up for my faults.
The cons are all minor to me... and I am giving this product 5 stars as there is nothing better I am aware of. It is literally in a class by itself. I have shot this in parallel with a couple of optical chronographs and they are all about the same... "not enough difference to make a difference." (PH)
If you are a chrono-killer or just want a very reliable chronograph, this is a very good product over all.
If you are a chrono-killer or just want a very reliable chronograph, this is a very good product over all.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Just amazing
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: Idahoron
I own a very old Ohler 35. It's fussy at the very best. Wind is a problem, clouds are an issue. Finding days to chronograph loads is difficult in windy Idaho. Using my old chronograph was an all day thing.
My air rifle started acting up and I needed to chronograph it. I read some great reviews on the Garmin Xero. So I ordered one. I really had problems with the air rifle. The Garmin Xero showed me that my extreme spread was 50 fps more than it was new. On a rifle that is only 668 fps at its peak. That is a big loss.
I have a disabled hunting license. I clip the Garmin to my window and I have instant information. It even works at night if you just don't have time in the day. I have six Garmin products. They are all awesome.
The Xero is so easy. Thank you.
My air rifle started acting up and I needed to chronograph it. I read some great reviews on the Garmin Xero. So I ordered one. I really had problems with the air rifle. The Garmin Xero showed me that my extreme spread was 50 fps more than it was new. On a rifle that is only 668 fps at its peak. That is a big loss.
I have a disabled hunting license. I clip the Garmin to my window and I have instant information. It even works at night if you just don't have time in the day. I have six Garmin products. They are all awesome.
The Xero is so easy. Thank you.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Great tool! Great Features!
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: Hooksetter2k
I was extremely pleased when I learned about the Xero C1. I was using other chronographs that were clunky and tedious to set up. I had to walk out in front of my set up to position my old chronographs. Not ideal! I ended up damaging one of my chronographs to the point I ended up scrapping it. Using the Xero is extremely easy and captures a lot of information that is super helpful when working up loads. I am very pleased with this product.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Piece of cake! App is icing!
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: Jasbo
As a 10 year MS user, Xero has never missed a rifle shot and the included App is all the reporting I need. Indeed a full package!
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Great Unit
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: Bill45366
Only chronograph you will ever need, bye bye lab radar and magnetospeed!
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Simple and Easy to Use!
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: Mountainman2024
Connecting the Garmin to my Android phone as well as my iPad was simple to complete. Setting up and using the device was also simple and easy. I have had only two missed shots out of 50 and both were my fault and not the Garmin. It is very welcome to quickly receive my data and store it for future reference. I also really like its compact size so it does not stand out like a billboard and the range.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Easy!
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: Will54
I have used several chronometers and they have all required a set-up process. They have all been finicky to get a good reading. I bought this, took it out of the box and set it on a shooting table within the proper distance from the muzzle and it went to work. I've set it on the ground when shooting prone and it seemed too simple. This thing is amazingly easy to get good readings with. The recording feature, electronics and communication and is simple and great. I love it! Highly recommended!!
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
SO EASY TO USE!
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: JimmyD22
This product is revolutionizing the Chrono market! I had it set up in minutes and was so easy to use. I love the storage capabilities to record data from range days and automatically calculate averages. Great product!
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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