We have used the Bosch laser GLL 3-80 CG outside, in particular for setting up house foundations. And I am quite satisfied with its performance. Not superlong batterytime, but no real problems with that. It has a setting for stronger lines, that I hope you have used. Not as accurate level as a Topcon rotationlaser, but I have mainly used it to get 90 degree angles. In the sun you can use a receiver, but it is not easy to use compared to a Topcon laser/receiver. Usually I use a green plastic target to see the line visually. But I use it together with a Bosch motorized attachment with remote control to turn the laser. Then you can just adjust the lines from distance to match a wall or some other fixed point. Compared to use of strings and sticks for marking out a house foundation, this probably takes half the time, and for only one person, instead of two.
Great information. Unfortunately in my testing the Bosch did very poor in many areas. Interior spaces that were well lit from a distance it actually rated near the bottom. The fact that it does not come with a micro adjust base is also a real downer. But! If it works for you, then that is all that matters my friend. I will have to look into these Topcon lasers. I have not heard of those.
I've been using the milwaukee m12 laser since October, and i like it 10 times more than the bosch I've used in the past.. The fine adjustment knob is great, and it's definitely brighter than the bosch. I haven't used it outside yet, and I'd like to get the receiver. Good review!
@@matthatter69420 that's great feedback! I felt like the Milwaukee was miles ahead of the Bosch as well. Is a solid laser. A receiver would be perfect. Thanks for watching the video!
Finally someone did a real laser review. I have a Huepar it’s about 4 - 5 years old. Has worked great for me, I wanted to get a Hilti because it’s a Hilti. Seems like a solid laser. Milwaukee doesn’t give you a bang for your buck, and I have a ton of their tools. I build kitchens and baths as well as trim carpentry, think I am leaning to the Hilti. Thank for the review.
I actually have both the DeWalt and Milwaukee laser. However, the DeWalt that i have must be older DW088LG, and it uses 12 volt batteries. My grab and go tend to be the DeWalt. Advantages it is lighter and uses a smaller batteries disadvantage the 3 amp hour battery y is a perfect fit but only last about 8 hour, the bigger 5 amp hour battery limits the turning but last forever, there is no fine tuning. The Milwaukee is big and heavier, but everything else blows the DeWalt out of the water.
Good feedback Ricky. You are correct, DeWalt has actually made several models that look very similar to the high precision model like I was testing, but I have heard bad things about them, specifically their brightness levels. The Milwaukee is a solid performer for sure!
I was told this is the last year so I bought the 21° framing nailer, 23 gauge pin nailer, 16 gauge finished nailer, 18 gauge brad and narrow crown stapler the 15 gauge finished nailer, the table saw, the miter and one 2 amp hour battery.
I have not been made aware of that. I was wondering the same actually. I have a very good relationship with the company including the several of the engineers working behind the scenes and they have not told me one way or the other. I would not listen to anyone when it comes to that situation. We simply do not know.
@@miillersconstruction I’m sure I’m not alone I want them to extend it but more to the point. They still have a decent amount of gaps. It would be a shame to close off the lifetime warranty before they have things like a track saw and other offerings that many people want.
@@AndirHon the Milwaukee is certainly a contender. But in my testing it was difficult to see indoors with lots of natural light and also difficult to see on many surfaces outdoors. It did a good job overall, but not as consistent as the Leica or the DeWalt in my testing. Remember this is just an example of how I tested them over the course of 3 months time.
Neither of the DeWalts have a lock feature that I can find which is extremely unfortunate. Good catch, I should have brought that out in the video. Thats a big deal for stair guys. There are several things I wish I had included in the video but it was difficult to cover everything.
We have used the Bosch laser GLL 3-80 CG outside, in particular for setting up house foundations. And I am quite satisfied with its performance. Not superlong batterytime, but no real problems with that. It has a setting for stronger lines, that I hope you have used. Not as accurate level as a Topcon rotationlaser, but I have mainly used it to get 90 degree angles. In the sun you can use a receiver, but it is not easy to use compared to a Topcon laser/receiver. Usually I use a green plastic target to see the line visually. But I use it together with a Bosch motorized attachment with remote control to turn the laser. Then you can just adjust the lines from distance to match a wall or some other fixed point. Compared to use of strings and sticks for marking out a house foundation, this probably takes half the time, and for only one person, instead of two.
Great information. Unfortunately in my testing the Bosch did very poor in many areas. Interior spaces that were well lit from a distance it actually rated near the bottom. The fact that it does not come with a micro adjust base is also a real downer. But! If it works for you, then that is all that matters my friend. I will have to look into these Topcon lasers. I have not heard of those.
The only review you need for lazers
Thank you! Glad you enjoy.
I've been using the milwaukee m12 laser since October, and i like it 10 times more than the bosch I've used in the past.. The fine adjustment knob is great, and it's definitely brighter than the bosch. I haven't used it outside yet, and I'd like to get the receiver. Good review!
@@matthatter69420 that's great feedback! I felt like the Milwaukee was miles ahead of the Bosch as well. Is a solid laser. A receiver would be perfect. Thanks for watching the video!
Finally someone did a real laser review. I have a Huepar it’s about 4 - 5 years old. Has worked great for me, I wanted to get a Hilti because it’s a Hilti. Seems like a solid laser. Milwaukee doesn’t give you a bang for your buck, and I have a ton of their tools. I build kitchens and baths as well as trim carpentry, think I am leaning to the Hilti. Thank for the review.
@@josephmasini6488 the Hilti was very impressive. Really nice size, the detector is fantastic. Brightness was pretty good overall.
great video. its pretty cool to see that new Dewalt laser compared to the rest
@@YayFlyingCat it's a serious performer. It was consistently the brightest in most conditions.
Great review, very comprehensive. Surprised you didn't include Makita though.
@@Anglo-EgyptianMan there were multiple brands that were not involved for various reasons.
@miillersconstruction no worries, I really enjoyed the review!
I actually have both the DeWalt and Milwaukee laser. However, the DeWalt that i have must be older DW088LG, and it uses 12 volt batteries.
My grab and go tend to be the DeWalt. Advantages it is lighter and uses a smaller batteries disadvantage the 3 amp hour battery y is a perfect fit but only last about 8 hour, the bigger 5 amp hour battery limits the turning but last forever, there is no fine tuning.
The Milwaukee is big and heavier, but everything else blows the DeWalt out of the water.
Good feedback Ricky. You are correct, DeWalt has actually made several models that look very similar to the high precision model like I was testing, but I have heard bad things about them, specifically their brightness levels. The Milwaukee is a solid performer for sure!
@miillersconstruction I thought I saw you in a video with a small, very small laser tripod, am I correct?
@@rickyperkins232 yeah I've got the Bosch tripod.
Dewault and hilti then bosche for lasers only specs I'd say from 1 2 to 3
The Bosch performed very poorly unfortunately.
Bosch laser through the app you can turn it to its high setting.. still not a good feature but it does become much brighter.
@@seanblaney-q3n we tested that. We could not tell any difference in well lit locations.
Do you know if flex is extending their founders warranty again this year?
I was told this is the last year so I bought the 21° framing nailer, 23 gauge pin nailer, 16 gauge finished nailer, 18 gauge brad and narrow crown stapler the 15 gauge finished nailer, the table saw, the miter and one 2 amp hour battery.
@ who told you
I have not been made aware of that. I was wondering the same actually. I have a very good relationship with the company including the several of the engineers working behind the scenes and they have not told me one way or the other. I would not listen to anyone when it comes to that situation. We simply do not know.
@@miillersconstruction I’m sure I’m not alone I want them to extend it but more to the point. They still have a decent amount of gaps. It would be a shame to close off the lifetime warranty before they have things like a track saw and other offerings that many people want.
I bought up a bunch a flex tools in the last 30 Days as well.
I wouldn’t be surprised if they extend the warranty again 👍
It appears that the Milwaukee in the "top 5" brightness was the most consistently bright where the others varied based on distance?
@@AndirHon the Milwaukee is certainly a contender. But in my testing it was difficult to see indoors with lots of natural light and also difficult to see on many surfaces outdoors. It did a good job overall, but not as consistent as the Leica or the DeWalt in my testing. Remember this is just an example of how I tested them over the course of 3 months time.
how was stabila not in the running?
@@Chau083 great question. There are reasons they, along with PLS, Makita, and Spectra were not included.
Nice job
@@TheActiontkr thank you
Bosch have the newest GLL - 18v - 120- 33 CG . Maybe it's litlle bit better than this in video. It is for sure more expensive
It had not been released or even announced yet at the time I started filming this video.
Makita is twice as accurate, but not in the roundup? Not much of a test then...
@@chrisgenever7002 talk is cheap. Prove it.
*Does the high-end DeWalt have a "lock" feature (I don't think so!)??*
Neither of the DeWalts have a lock feature that I can find which is extremely unfortunate. Good catch, I should have brought that out in the video. Thats a big deal for stair guys. There are several things I wish I had included in the video but it was difficult to cover everything.