PuttAIM+ is a laser-based compact putt trainer that doesn’t add anything to your club. No weight. No resistance. And, you can use it anywhere, even if you don’t have a putting green setup.

I’m not a golf guy. I’m too much of a brute. I have played several times, though. I have gone to the driving range many times, and I have even been a paid caddy before — which was a lot of fun. But my game is a no-go. That said, I do love to putt, which takes some finesse. That’s funny, considering trainers often say the best way to improve your game is to level up your putting. But whether I play or not, I still know enough about the game to spot a good piece of golfing tech when I see one. Allow me to introduce PuttAIM.

The brand actually has a couple of products in its lineup, including the PuttAIM Mini and the PuttAIM+, which is what this tech blurb is about. Of course, your first question is likely: What does it do? PuttAIM+ is a shot alignment tool, using a laser to help you line up a square shot. This allows you to basically practice putting at varying angles to help line up your clubface. It’s all about repetition and muscle memory. About five to ten minutes of daily practice can significantly improve your game.

How do you use it? You shoot your ball directly into the base of the PuttAIM+. The base is shaped like a hole, and it’s the same size as a regulation course cup. You set the device down where you want to shoot, and it projects a laser. The laser is bright green and visible indoors or in shaded outdoor areas. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, so you can use it anywhere. It comes with a water-resistant carrying case to make it easier to take with you everywhere.

Why are the PuttAIM devices so good for improving your game?

This laser training tool creates a sharp, straight line from the center of the hole. That way, when you take your shot, you can see how the ball deviates based on where your clubhead is facing. As you angle slightly away or towards the center line, it adjusts your shot, which is exactly what would happen on the putting green as you aim towards the hole. In turn, you can fix or train your alignment as you’re lining up a shot. Practicing for several minutes daily and building muscle memory will vastly improve your shots on the real greens.

Plus, the way it’s designed, you don’t need a special setup to use it. It’s great if you have a portable green, a portable hole, or an area in your yard where you can play, but if you don’t, that’s not a problem either. You can set this up anywhere indoors, or in a shaded area outdoors. In your garage, in your office, in your living room, under a tree in your backyard, you name it.

Who is it for?

Golfers, at any skill level, who want to improve their shot and putting game.

Where to buy?

MSRP: $150