BOSCH GLM100-23 100 Ft BLAZE Laser Distance Measure, Includes 2 AA Batteries
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$49.00
Updated May 14, 2026 · 1 min read
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What reviewers found
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Across the reviewers we read, the Bosch GLM100-23 is the budget pick that doesn't feel like a compromise. familyhandyman.com (verified tier) writes that it "would work well in a DIYer's or professional's tool kit to supplement a standard tape measure," noting accuracy to within 1/16 inch over its 100-ft range. Verified-purchase reviewers on homedepot.com describe it as compact, easy to use, and accurate for both indoor and short outdoor applications.
What reviewers liked
- Verified-tier endorsement from familyhandyman.com calls it suitable for both DIY and pro use
- Excellent Amazon profile (4.7/5 across ~17,500 reviews) corroborated by expert sentiment
- Compact and intuitive — verified-purchase reviewers consistently highlight ease of use
- Bosch ±1/16-inch accuracy claim at a sub-$50 price
Where it falls short
- 100-ft range is the shortest of the Bosch lineup here — not ideal for exterior work
- No Bluetooth, app integration, or color display at this tier
- r/MilwaukeeTool commenter notes the red beam shows its weakness in bright light or outdoors
Across the reviewers we read, the Bosch GLM100-23 is the budget pick that doesn't feel like a compromise. familyhandyman.com (verified tier) writes that it "would work well in a DIYer's or professional's tool kit to supplement a standard tape measure," noting accuracy to within 1/16 inch over its 100-ft range. Verified-purchase reviewers on homedepot.com describe it as compact, easy to use, and accurate for both indoor and short outdoor applications.
The r/Tools community is broadly supportive, with users describing it as a no-fuss point-and-shoot device that covers the vast majority of household and light-trade measurement needs. The recurring caveat is the same as for every red-beam Bosch: outdoor visibility in bright sun is limited, and at 100 ft the range is shorter than the 165- and 400-ft models. Reviewers note it lacks Bluetooth and app integration, which is the trade-off for the lower price.
The Amazon profile — 4.7 stars across roughly 17,500 reviews — is unusually strong, and while we treat retailer volume cautiously, here it tracks with the expert and community sentiment rather than contradicting it.
- Easy-To-Use
- Simple, user-friendly layout features two-button operation: one for measuring, one for rounding.
- Accurate
- Features long range measuring with extreme accuracy and measures distances up to 100 feet to within 1/16 inch. Measures in meters, feet inches, with fractions or decimals.
- Display
- Features a backlit display with large icons that allows measurements to be easily read, even in dark areas. Brighter than its predecessor, the GLM20.
- Portable
- This compact measurer is easy to carry and fits in your pocket.
- Rounding Button
- The button allows users to easily round the measurement result from 1/2 inch up to 1/32 inch.
- Class Ii Laser
- 635 nm; <1 mW
For some reason I was expecting something stud finder-sized. Seems to work well in some quick testing, but we'll see how it does outside.
I have a Bosch 100ft red laser one, but it definitely shows its weaknesses in bright light or outdoors. It seems this one should be a great improvement.
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