The right rangefinder holder for golf cart use depends on the cart: on a riding cart a magnetic strap (StickIt, Blue Tees, around $20–25) snaps straight to the steel frame, while a push cart needs a clamp-on cradle ($22–36) because most push-cart tubes are aluminum and a magnet has nothing to grab.
This page compares nine holders and mounts by mount style and the cart they fit, from rental riding carts to Clicgear, CaddyTek and MGI push carts. For the strap-by-strap magnet comparison, see our rangefinder magnet page.
Key facts
- Nine rangefinder holders compared, magnetic and cradle types, from around $11 to $75.
- Riding cart frames are steel: a magnetic strap or a built-in magnet (Bushnell BITE, Blue Tees, Precision Pro NX10) is all you need.
- Push carts are mostly aluminum: use a clamp cradle sized for the tube, or a hook-and-loop latch (Frogger Latch-It).
Our picks
Best for riding carts: StickIt Magnetic Rangefinder Strap (around $25). The strap stays on the unit, so it works on any rental cart with a steel frame.
Best for push carts: A clamp cradle sized for CaddyTek and Clicgear tubes (around $36), or the Pro-Grade universal holder ($26–33) for MGI.
Best if your unit is not magnetic: Frogger Latch-It (around $30): hook-and-loop straps that latch to a cart bar or push-cart tube.
Rangefinder holders for golf carts and push carts compared
| Holder | Price band | Mount type | Cart type | Holds the unit how | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| StickIt Magnetic Strap | around $25 | Magnetic strap on the unit | Riding cart frame (steel) | Magnet | Rental riding carts |
| Frogger Magnetic Rangefinder Holder | around $20 | Cart-side magnet | Riding cart bar, push-cart tube | Magnet on the cart | Units with a built-in magnet |
| Frogger Latch-It | around $30 | Hook-and-loop latch | Cart bar or push-cart tube | Strap around the unit (to 9.5 in) | Non-magnetic units |
| Caddie Buddy Cart Mount | around $30 | Cradle, strap plus screw | Riding cart (universal) | Cradle | Your own riding cart |
| Push-cart clamp cradle (CaddyTek, Clicgear) | around $36 | Clamp cradle | Push-cart tube | Cradle | Clicgear and CaddyTek |
| Pro-Grade Universal Holder | $26–33 | Clamp cradle | Push carts incl. MGI, Clicgear | Cradle | MGI owners |
| Rangefinder Base V2 | around $22 | Clamp base | Push-cart tube | Cradle | Budget push cart |
| Cart Tek Rangefinder Holder | $40–75 | Cradle for Cart Tek caddies | Electric remote caddy | Cradle | Cart Tek owners |
| Bushwhacker Magnetic Mount | around $11 | Magnet pad strapped to rail | Riding cart rail | Magnet on the cart | A cart you ride weekly |
StickIt Magnetic Rangefinder Strap — around $25
The simplest holder for a riding cart is a magnetic strap on the unit and the cart’s steel frame. The StickIt is the strap owners name most: oversized bar magnet, fire-button cutout, and a fit for nearly every vertical laser, including units with no magnet of their own such as the Bushnell Tour V4 and Callaway 300 Pro. The watch-out: owners drive off with it still on the cart; the r/golf fix is keys in the empty case.
Frogger Latch-It and Magnetic Holder — $20–30
The Latch-It (around $30) is for golfers who do not trust a magnet: one hook-and-loop strap wraps the rangefinder, one wraps the cart bar or push-cart tube, and they latch together. Frogger lists it as universal for units up to 9.5 inches around with a 12.5-inch strap. The Magnetic Rangefinder Holder (around $20) is the opposite idea: a magnet pad that straps to the cart for a unit that already has a magnet. Watch-out: the Latch-It takes two hands to open.
Caddie Buddy Laser Rangefinder Cart Mount — around $30
A cradle that mounts to a riding cart with both a strap and a screw; Caddie Buddy lists it as universal across cart makers and sized for Bushnell, Callaway and Nikon lasers. It is the pick if you own or lease your cart, since the screw mount stays put all season, and the wrong pick for rentals. Check big units such as the Garmin Approach Z82 against the cradle width first.
Push-cart clamp cradles: CaddyTek, Clicgear, MGI — $22–36
For a push cart the answer is a clamp cradle sized for the tube. Three types cover most carts: a cradle sold for CaddyTek and Clicgear tube sizes (around $36), the Pro-Grade universal holder that names MGI and Clicgear ($26–33), and the Rangefinder Base V2 (around $22) as the budget tool-free clamp. Push-cart owners ask this on the MyGolfSpy and GolfWRX forums, and the answer is a cradle or the Latch-It, because aluminum gives a magnet nothing to hold. Measure the tube first. An open cradle leaves the lens exposed; our golf rangefinder case guide covers clip-on cases that ride on the bag.
Riding cart vs push cart: why the holder is different
A riding cart has a steel frame and roof supports that a neodymium magnet grips, which is why the magnetic-strap category exists and why Bushnell, Blue Tees and Precision Pro build magnets into their units. A push cart is mostly aluminum tube, so a magnet slides off; it also bounces more and gets folded into a trunk, which favors a cradle that comes off in seconds.
Magnetic holder vs cradle: which to pick
- Magnetic strap (on the unit). Fastest to use, travels with you to any rental cart, no cart hardware. Needs a steel surface. If your unit has a built-in magnet (Tour V5 Shift, Tour V6 Shift, Pro X3, Blue Tees Series 3 Max, Precision Pro NX10), skip the strap.
- Cart-side magnet pad. Cheapest ($11–20), but it stays on the cart and the unit still needs a magnet.
- Cradle or clamp. Works on aluminum push carts and holds any unit. Slower to load; an open cradle leaves the lens exposed.
- Latch (hook-and-loop). Universal and magnet-free; takes two hands to open.
How to choose a rangefinder holder for golf cart or push cart
- Start with the cart. Rental riding cart: strap magnet on the unit. Your own cart: strap magnet or screw-mount cradle. Push cart: clamp cradle or Latch-It.
- Measure the unit and the tube. Most golf lasers are 8–9.5 inches around; the Latch-It tops out at 9.5 inches and cradles list a width. Push-cart cradles are sized to a tube diameter, which is why listings name Clicgear or CaddyTek.
- Decide who keeps the hardware. Straps travel with you; cradles and rail pads stay with the cart.
Rangefinder tripod mounts and holding the unit steady
Searches for a rangefinder tripod mount usually come from golfers who cannot lock on the flag. Few golf lasers have a 1/4-20 tripod socket, so check the underside of your unit first. The steadier fix is free: brace both elbows on the cart roof, two hands on the unit, breathe out and press. If it still will not lock, see rangefinder not working; new to the device? Start with how to use a golf rangefinder.
Golf cart rangefinder holder FAQ
What is the best golf rangefinder holder?
For a riding cart, a magnetic strap on the unit such as the StickIt (around $25), because the steel frame is the holder. For a push cart, a clamp cradle sized for your tube ($22–36) or the Frogger Latch-It (around $30). Cart-side magnet pads ($11–20) are the budget option.
Can you put a magnetic rangefinder holder on a push cart?
Only if the push cart has a steel part to grab, and most are aluminum. The practical options in the MyGolfSpy and GolfWRX push-cart threads are a clamp cradle or a hook-and-loop latch; a cart-side magnet pad strapped to the tube is the workaround for a magnetic release.
Do rangefinder holders fit every rangefinder?
Most do, because golf lasers share a vertical shape about 8–9.5 inches around. Straps and the Latch-It adjust; cradles list a width, so check large units such as the Garmin Approach Z82 against it.
What is the 90-degree rule for golf carts?
A course rule, not an equipment one: keep the cart on the path until you are level with your ball, then drive straight to the ball at a right angle and back. Courses use it on wet days to limit turf damage.
Is a rangefinder allowed in golf?
Yes. Distance-measuring devices are allowed under the Rules of Golf unless a committee bans them, with slope switched off in competition; the PGA Tour still bans them in most events by local rule. See are rangefinders legal in golf.
How this page was made. Written by The Golf Rangefinder editorial team from manufacturer specifications, published manuals and aggregated owner reviews. We do not test rangefinders in hand and we never claim to. Last checked: September 2026. Prices change; the retailer page is the final word.
Sources
- Rangefinder Latch-It — froggergolf.com
- Laser Rangefinder Golf Cart Mount / Holder — caddiebuddy.com
- How do you attach your rangefinder to your push cart? — forum.mygolfspy.com
- Push cart rangefinder holder — forums.golfwrx.com
- LPT for magnetic rangefinder users that forget it on the cart — reddit.com/r/golf
- Google Shopping and Amazon listings for cart rangefinder holders, September 2026 (price bands).