The Bushnell Wingman HD is a portable golf speaker. The large magnet on its back suggests it's designed to be attached to a golf cart, while its built-in touchscreen offers access to a suite of golf-specific features via the Bushnell Golf app, including things like course information. Its display means it's one of the more feature-rich Wingman models in the brand's lineup.
Our Verdict
The Bushnell Wingman HD is passable for listening to music. It doesn't reproduce much low-bass, so genres like EDM and hip-hop lack thump and rumble, though higher-pitched lead instruments still come through fairly clearly. But a dip in the treble range hurts vocal clarity, especially in dense pop mixes. Still, the soundstage is superb because it supports stereo playback, and the 360-degree design means your audio sounds similar regardless of your listening angle. That said, sound customization is limited since it only offers two EQ presets: Indoor and Outdoor.
Superb directivity, so your audio sounds similar from all angles.
Gets loud enough for nearby listening.
The screen is laggy.
Only two EQ presets.
The Bushnell Wingman HD is middling for video use, though it's not really designed for that use. It doesn't reproduce much low-bass, so action scenes and cinematic effects lack thump and rumble, and a dip in the treble means dialogue can sound a bit muffled. Still, its stereo design helps epic soundtracks feel more spacious than a mono speaker. It also has low enough Bluetooth latency on iOS and Android for watching videos without much lip-sync delay, though different apps and devices compensate for latency differently, so your experience may vary.
Superb directivity, so your audio sounds similar from all angles.
Gets loud enough for nearby listening.
Mediocre battery life.
The screen is laggy.
Only two EQ presets.
The Bushnell Wingman HD is decent for listening to podcasts. Its fairly balanced mid-range helps voices sound clear, and the dip in the treble range isn't too important if you're only listening to dialogue-driven content. It also gets loud enough for listening in an average-sized room or out on the course, though don't expect your friends on the next hole to be able to hear your podcast. It's also very portable, and its sound stays fairly consistent from different angles, so you can park your golf cart off to the side of the green without worrying about your audio quality suffering.
Superb directivity, so your audio sounds similar from all angles.
Gets loud enough for nearby listening.
Mediocre battery life.
The screen is laggy.
The Bushnell Wingman HD does not offer voice assistant support.
The Bushnell Wingman HD is decent for use outdoors. It's very portable, feels sturdy (apart from its screen), and is rated IP67 for dust and water resistance, so it'll survive a dunk in a pool or pond. Its Bluetooth range is also outstanding, which is handy if you find yourself deep in the rough after a shanked drive, and its 360-degree design means your audio sounds similar regardless of your listening angle. That said, the battery only lasts a little over six hours, so make sure your game is up to par to be finished in time! And the speaker doesn't produce much low-bass or get especially loud, so it can struggle to fill larger open spaces with sound. But that's probably fine, since you don't want to disturb other golfers.
Impressive IP67-rated build quality.
Superb directivity, so your audio sounds similar from all angles.
Gets loud enough for nearby listening.
Mediocre battery life.
The screen is laggy.
Only two EQ presets.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Bushnell Wingman HD is available in one colorway: Black/Orange. You can see a photo of the label for the model we tested here.
If you come across another variant of this speaker, please let us know in the comments so we can update our review.
Popular Speaker Comparisons
The Bushnell Wingman HD is one of Bushnell's more feature-packed golf speakers. Unlike the Bushnell Wingman 2, which has no screen, and the Bushnell Wingman View, which has a simpler non-touch display, the HD adds a full touchscreen for accessing golf-specific features. In practice, though, the screen is a bit laggy, and since this model also drops the simpler remote-based control scheme of those older speakers, you'll often be better off using the app on your phone. The touchscreen also seems to come at the cost of battery life, though you do get a stronger IP67 dust and water resistance rating.
Outside Bushnell's lineup, the Blue Tees Golf Player+ is the closest alternative if you want another golf speaker with a touchscreen, but you need a subscription to access many of the more advanced golf-specific features. And if you're happy tracking your game using a different app or even (whisper it) a pen and paper, then simpler speakers like the Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 4 offer better audio performance.
For more, check out our recommendations for the best golf cart speakers, the best outdoor speakers, and the best portable Bluetooth speakers.
The Bushnell Wingman HD and Bushnell Wingman View are similar golf cart speakers built around Bushnell's app-based golf features and magnetic cart mounting. The HD is the more advanced model, adding a touchscreen, stronger IP67 dust and water resistance, Auracast Party Mode, and much better directivity thanks to its 360-degree stereo design. That said, the View lasts about twice as long on a single charge, and comes with a remote, which some golfers may prefer to the HD's touchscreen, which can get a bit laggy at times.
The Bushnell Wingman HD and Blue Tees Golf Player+ are similar golf-focused speakers with built-in magnets, touchscreens, and companion apps for on-course features. The Bushnell is the better speaker overall, with a sturdier IP67-rated build, much better directivity thanks to its 360-degree design, and fuller golf features that don't require an added subscription. However, the Blue Tees has a more responsive full-color touchscreen and lasts longer on a single charge, so it may suit golfers who care more about screen usability than speaker performance.
The Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 4 is a better speaker for most use cases than the Bushnell Wingman HD, but it doesn't have any of the Bushnell's golf-specific features. Though both speakers will withstand an accidental drop in a pool, the Ultimate Ears doesn't have an obvious weak point like the Bushnell's touchscreen. The Ultimate Ears also has a much longer battery life and a more balanced sound with deeper bass and a customizable graphic EQ in its companion app. However, the Bushnell is purpose-built for golfers, with magnetic cart mounting, a touchscreen, and app-based golf features, and it gets a bit louder.
The Bushnell Wingman HD and Bushnell Wingman 2 are similar golf speakers. They both offer magnetic cart mounting and come with Bushnell's golf-focused app to help you enjoy your game. That said, the HD is the more feature-rich model, since it offers a built-in touchscreen, has an IP67 rating that means it'll withstand a drop in a lake (it'll even float), and its audio sounds more or less the same regardless of your listening angle. On the other hand, the Bushnell Wingman 2 is smaller and lighter, comes with a detachable remote instead of relying on a touchscreen, and lasts a little longer on a single charge, so some golfers may find it to be the more practical choice.
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