Comparing Strackaline vs. PuttView Yardage Books
If you’re serious about scoring lower in tournaments, you know how important it is to read greens correctly. Even if you hit a perfect approach, misreading the break can turn a birdie opportunity into a disappointing par (or worse).
Not to mention, have a detailed plan for each hole to step on the tee box with Tiger-like confidence. That’s why so many competitive golfers use yardage books to take the guesswork out of green reading.
Two of the most popular options for slope-mapped yardage books are PuttView and StrackaLine. Both provide detailed information to help you off the tee and on the greens.
Comparing Puttview vs. GolfLogix Yardage Book Reviews
In this guide, I’ll compare PuttView and StrackaLine head-to-head so you can decide which one fits your game better. You’ll see how they work, who they’re best for, and which one delivers the most value.
Since 2017 I've competed in 350+ tournament days and my best rounds always happened when I had a plan. This is where yardage books, tournament apps like ShotPattern, and other tools come into play.
Let's compare both yardage books...
PuttView Yardage Books
There are two main ways players use PuttView: through their premium yardage books or their high-tech projection system. Both options allow you to see slope arrows, ideal aim points, and even visual lines that guide your ball into the hole. But most of us aren't dropping thousands of dollars on the goggles, so let's focus on the yardage books.
In my testing, I found the PuttView yardage books incredibly detailed—far beyond a standard yardage book. One huge perk about these books is that they have three different options:
- Yardage only ($29)
- Major slopes + yardage ($39)
- Yardages + green maps ($49)
If you're just getting started in tournament golf, the $29 or $39 is great. But if you want help on the greens specifically, opt for the yardages + green map. These are the ones I use and love. Each yardage book is packed with tour-level details like slope arrows, ideal aim points, and visual lines that help you plan and practice smarter.
In my testing, PuttView books stand out for their clarity and precision. They are perfect for tournament prep and built to last.
✅ Pros
- 30,000+ courses
- Three price points
- Legal in tournament play
- Tour-level detail you won’t find elsewhere
- Helps you actually learn greens and improve long-term
- Pairs perfectly with Wicked Smart Golf III, DECADE Golf, and Arccos
🚫 Cons
- No hi-res aerial imagery like Strackaline
Read my full PuttView yardage book review or watch the video below to learn more now.
StrackaLine Yardage Books
StrackaLine is another popular choice for competitive golfers looking for a legal green map during play. Like PuttView, they offer three options:
- Yardage only
- Greens only
- Yardage and green maps
Additionally, they offer two formatting options too; hi-res aerial imagery and classic drawings (like most yardage books). I'm not sure you need the hi-res imagery ones, but it's a nice touch. Additionally, they also offer the option to personalize your books for an extra $20 (making them $75 total if you opt for the yardage and green maps version).
The other big difference from PuttView is they offer a GPS app (subscription needed to unlock all the tools) which can help you read greens too. Personally, I like to avoid my phone in tournaments so I wouldn't need this feature and important to remember that more information isn't always a good thing.
✅ Pros
- Three price points
- Tournament-legal
- Ability to customize
- Two formatting options
- Easy to use during rounds
- Available for thousands of courses
🚫 Cons
- Expensive for yardage only options
- Might be a little overwhelming for new tournament players
Ultimately, Strackaline are solid books and trusted by NCAA golfers, pros, and elite amateurs. But they're on the more expensive side and might overwhelm new players with so much information.
Closing Thoughts
Yardage books help your game so much! If you don't have them in your bag, it's going to make tournament golf so much more challenging.
Ultimately, both are solid options and will feel like you have a caddy on the bag. But with three price points, I think PuttView is the clear winner. If you prefer using a GPS on your phone, Strackaline might be a better bit. As I always tell my students, make sure you are using technology to help and not your game with overwhelm. G
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