The simple design is a great plus. My brother and I were able to figure out the features in just a few minutes, without reading the instructions. (I had read negative reviews about the complicated menus on another brand's rangefinder, which was one reason I chose this NIkon.) I also like the clear view.
It's not heavy and so carries well in the pouch on your belt.
We also set up targets at 25, 100 and 200 yds, measuring the distances with a tape measure. The rangefinder indeed gave dead on ranges (within it's 0.5 yd precision).
This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.