Garmin has never been shy about pushing boundaries, and with the new Xero L60i, the brand has delivered something genuinely new to the precision shooting and hunting world. This isn’t just another premium laser rangefinder with better glass or longer range—it’s the first and only laser rangefinder with onboard, map-based GPS navigation, paired with a high-resolution, multi-color display overlaid directly into the optics. In practice, that combination fundamentally changes how you locate, mark, and move to targets in the field.
At its core, the Xero L60i is a GNSS-enabled rangefinding monocular that blends elite optics with advanced sensors and mapping. The glass is excellent: bright, sharp, and confidence-inspiring in low light. The real magic, though, happens when you start ranging and interacting with the display. Garmin’s multi-color overlay is clean and intuitive, delivering a surprising amount of information without cluttering your sight picture. It feels less like looking at data through optics and more like the optics themselves are intelligent.
One of the standout features is Digital Mapping. The Xero L60i allows you to view your current location and ranged locations directly on topographic maps inside the unit. Instead of mentally translating bearings and distances, you can visually understand terrain, elevation changes, and your path forward. For backcountry hunters, long-range shooters, or anyone navigating complex terrain, this is a massive leap forward in situational awareness.
Laser Locate takes this a step further. By combining laser range data with compass heading and GPS coordinates, the L60i projects a waypoint exactly where your laser hits. Once marked, you can navigate to that waypoint using on-screen directional cues. Whether you’re ranging an animal, a piece of steel, or a distant landmark, this feature removes guesswork and dramatically reduces time spent re-acquiring targets.
When objects are too far to laser—think miles instead of meters—Sensor Locate fills the gap. Using built-in GPS, compass, inclinometer, and mapping, the Xero L60i calculates and projects an estimated waypoint of your intended target. While it’s not a replacement for laser precision, it’s incredibly effective for planning movement or orienting toward distant features beyond traditional ranging limits.
Garmin also clearly considered real-world field movement with Visual Recall. After ranging from one vantage point, you can move to another and use on-screen cues to steer your visual field back to a previously marked waypoint. Anyone who’s ever lost a target after repositioning will immediately appreciate how valuable this is—especially in broken terrain or low-contrast environments.
Performance-wise, the Xero L60i is nothing short of impressive. In optimal low-light conditions, it can reach up to 7,000 meters on retro-reflective objects, with accuracy of ±0.25 meters under 1,000 meters and ±1 meter out to maximum laser-ranged distances. These numbers place it firmly at the top of the category and make it suitable for both extreme long-range shooting and professional-level use.
The unit also integrates Applied Ballistics Ultralight, accessible through the AB Quantum app. This provides shooters with trusted ballistic data needed to make precise shots, further reinforcing the L60i’s role as a complete decision-making tool rather than just a ranging device.
Smart integration rounds out the package. Waypoints can be shared to the Garmin Explore app, then synced across compatible Garmin handhelds and wearable devices using Garmin Share. If you’re already in the Garmin ecosystem, the Xero L60i fits seamlessly into your workflow.
With a price tag of $2,499.99, the Xero L60i is unquestionably a premium product. But it’s also a category-defining one. By merging high-end optics, precision ranging, digital mapping, and navigation into a single monocular, Garmin hasn’t just improved the rangefinder—they’ve reimagined it. For shooters and hunters who demand the highest level of performance and situational awareness, the Xero L60i sets a new standard. Check it out at www.garmin.com.
