Bushnell R3 1200 vs Nikon PROSTAFF 1000i
A spec-by-spec, CareScore™-driven breakdown of these two archery rangefinders. Every metric is normalised and weighted so the winner is decided by the data.
The verdict
Winner: the Nikon PROSTAFF 1000i — CareScore 91.5 vs 81.0.
The Nikon PROSTAFF 1000i takes this matchup with a CareScore of 91.5, a 10.5-point margin over the Bushnell R3 1200. It pulls ahead most on weight. That said, the better buy still depends on how you shoot — check the spec table below for the trade-offs.
| Spec | Bushnell R3 1200 | Nikon PROSTAFF 1000i |
|---|---|---|
| Street Price | $199.95 | $219.95 |
| Weight | 6.40 oz | 4.60 oz |
| Deer Range(ref) | 350 yd | — |
| Min Range(ref) | — | 6 yd |
| Angle Mode(ref) | Bow | Id |
| Flightpath(ref) | — | — |
| Magnification(ref) | 6 x | 6 x |
| Objective(ref) | 25 mm | 20 mm |
| Display(ref) | — | — |
| Scan(ref) | Yes | — |
| Waterproof(ref) | Ipx4 | Rainproof |
| Battery(ref) | — | Cr2 |
| Specs won | 1 | 1 |
| CareScore | 81.0 | 91.5 |