Rated 1 out of 5
Mar 13, 2025
Started Great but just stopped working
This was a lifesaver for measuring for me until one day it just could not get a reading regardless of lighting. Then it simply would not turn on, even with new batteries. Great while it works, but not durable.
unclejimmy
Rated 1 out of 5
Feb 20, 2025
Brand new device not working
Bought this device a few weeks ago and I am still unable to use it. I continue to get an image error as soon as turn it on and then it proceeds to shut off, even with a new set of batteries. Quite the disappointment!
Joel23
Rated 5 out of 5
Jan 7, 2025
Workhorse with great features
I bought this a long time ago and have used it for countless construdtion as-builts and remodels. Always tough and dependable. With a 10 memory capacity I am able to take the measurements then enter them in a laptop, I never have to go back for missed measurements. Buying a new one with bluetooth enabled. Bosch lives up to it's name!
DrafterGirl
Rated 1 out of 5
Jan 2, 2025
Stopped working after two years of light use
As others have pointed out, product works great while it works, but no durability over time even with extremely light use and proper care and storage. Mine also started showing 0’ 0”, then - - - - as it attempts to register a measurement before showing Error. Swapped batteries and no change. Paid a premium for the Bosch name but this is the second Bosch product that has failed me within 2-3 years of ownership. I think I’ll take my business elsewhere, unfortunately.
Pat B
Rated 1 out of 5
Dec 17, 2024
Purchased the Bosch GLM165-40 laser measure with the expectation it would be accurate and reliable…boy was I wrong. During the third time I used it, the power suddenly went off and would not come back on. Thinking it was the batteries, I replace them with a new set but it would still not turn on. I checked for corrosion, but the terminals are perfectly clean.
A big disappointment .
Jlow
Rated 1 out of 5
Dec 8, 2024
Tool stop fonctionning after 3-4 uses
Bosch as a great reputation overall but with this tool i am extremely desapointed. The price of it compare to the quality of the product i have in hand is wrong.
QuebecHomeowner
Rated 2 out of 5
Jul 18, 2024
Worked fine until it didn't
After light use (which I was happy with the features and performance of), my laser won't work after only 19 months of ownership. I probably used it 10 times.
The symptoms:
When I power it on (with fresh alkaline batteries):
1) the laser dot blips on for a split second and then remains off
2) The display shows 0' 0" and doesn't change values
3) The "real time measurement" icon flashes but no measurements are made
4) After 10 seconds, the display goes blank but the backlight remains on
5) Pressing buttons will cause a beep but the buttons otherwise don't do anything, whether momentary presses or holding. Nothing changes.
This matches exactly the behavior reported by other reviewers here. I expected better longevity from the Bosch brand.
Bobby27
Rated 3 out of 5
Jul 17, 2024
The laser not working after couple use
Where can i get it fixed in north york, Toronto, canada (word trying to make it longer)
Max636
Rated 3 out of 5
Feb 22, 2024
Great but I was looking for something else.
It is fine, it does what it is for. But I am desperately looking for a Laser measure device that has the capability to round down to 1/8" ... I really don't see any use for 1/16" and less for 1/32" and least of all 1/64".... it is ok if somebody needs them, but why it doesn't have the capacity to round to whatever I want?
Pro-Drapery-Guy
Rated 4 out of 5
Sep 2, 2023
Love it for masonry layout!
This has been a great addition to my toolbox it makes pulling layout measurements easier, checking the guys wall heights so much easier and no more pulling a 100’ tape on elevator shafts. The stored memory is a huge plus my only complaint would be that it measures in 1/32 and it would be very nice to have the choice to make that 1/16 or 1/8 but overall it’s my favorite new tool !
Sebastian
