Ranking the best launch monitors of 2023 by value and feature set.
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👉 Bushnell Launch Pro: https://www.playbetter.com/products/bushnell-launch-pro-launch-monitor?ghref=7209%3A118076
👉 Mevo+: https://www.playbetter.com/products/flightscope-mevo-plus-portable-personal-launch-monitor?variant=42193349673125&ghref=7209%3A118076
👉 SkyTrak+: https://www.playbetter.com/products/skytrak-plus-golf-launch-monitor-simulator?ghref=7209%3A118076
👉 Rapsodo MLM 2 Pro: https://www.playbetter.com/products/rapsodo-mlm-2-pro-golf-launch-monitor-simulator?ghref=7209%3A118076
👉 Garmin R10: https://www.playbetter.com/products/garmin-approach-r10-portable-launch-monitor-simulator?variant=40211802161317&ghref=7209%3A118076
👉 VoiceCaddie SC4: https://www.playbetter.com/products/swing-caddie-sc4-portable-golf-launch-monitor?ghref=7209%3A118076
👉 Full Swing Kit: https://www.playbetter.com/products/full-swing-kit-2022-golf-launch-monitor-tiger-woods?ghref=7209%3A118076
👉 SC300i: https://www.playbetter.com/products/swing-caddie-sc300i-portable-voice-golf-launch-monitor?ghref=7209%3A118076
👉 Mevo: https://www.playbetter.com/products/flightscope-mevo-indoor-simulator-packages?ghref=7209%3A118076
21 Comments
I think the uneekor mini is better than that if your comparing it to gc3? surly no one is buying that nowadays? i’ll take the mini thanks. Also Remembering the bushnell isn’t available anywhere else in the world but the USA.
Great stuff Gabe! So, I have a Mevo+ and ST. I have both because I absolutely love the data points and ability to cull through the data on the Mevo+, but I just don’t have the room indoors for it come winter…So, got the ST to at least be able to work on basics…So, with all the new stuff out there, which optical device would you recommend to replace both my Mevo+ and ST with one unit that I can use indoors and outdoors that has the ability to view/manipulate data easily…for the record, the ST is one of the worst with its data displays afterwards…awkward, difficult to even find where it is…a real PITA, though some functions are cool like bag mapping…But, if you are testing clubs, like I tend to do a lot, you cannot easily log in two or three different versions of a club, e.g., 3 of the same 9 irons with different shafts, or three different brands of a 7 iron…Mevo+ does it very easily….thanks!
I bought the BLP about a year ago when it was originally going for 3k then unlocked it when the Foresight was having a sale on unlocking the FSX 2020 for 3k. So paid about what GC3 costs now. I had a little buyer’s remorse during the first several months when the software was very buggy (both on PC and iPad and iPhone), the unit would randomly not locate the ball, horrible documentation, etc. but past few months have been rock solid on all devices. It’s allowed me to maintain my swing for the first time in my life through winter, as well as giving me instant access to a driving range whenever I want, which is a luxury with young kids. With all those cameras, it’d be great if they could figure out a way to calculate face to path and face strike location, but I suppose they wouldn’t want to cannibalize the quad in any way.
Mevo plus was very inaccurate indoors……….also difficult to set up
Does the Bushnell require a gaming computer to run simulator
Garmin R10 comes with E6 Connect and 5 or 6 free courses, no subs required.
Awesome stuff as always! Does not matter much what you are demonstrating, I'm watching. This is an all encompassing video of what I have been doing research on for the past 5 months. Which monitor can I use to improve my swing, map my bag, and become a more consistent golfer. Ultimately become better at this, in order to have fun while out on the course. All of the units have descent data. Minor inconsistencies of course, we're not talking about a Top Tier platform like TrackMan. I was a little remised when discussing the Eye Mini, because that system apparently has the ability to add cameras watch your swing, and track your data in a consumable fashion. Too much info overload can make this simple easy game even more difficult and frustrating. Are you able to speak to the add-on features which would help a golfer improve their swing, not just the data outputs?
Do you think the MLM2 Pro would work with aboutGolf simulator balls? They have markings on them for camera system to pick up data. The markings aren't in same pattern as Rapsodo, but they are all over the ball.
Great info on the launch monitors. I would also be interested in how people use this data and if they changed something in the swing.
Of the more budget minded devices, which would you suggest for just swing data and no simulation? I would love to have a simulator but it’s not in the cards at the moment. Really would love to see my numbers so I could make the correct adjustments. Thanks Gabe
S70 is here …CT10 landed yesterday…the R10 is next ….Cheers!
Gabe, You seem to be the only golf YouTube subscriber l follow who really touches on the tech side of the game. Being a teccy/gadget type of person l love this content.
Do rct balls do anything to make the numbers more accurate for the sc4 or will we know that answer once they roll out more firmware updates?
My favorite golf channel!
Even much better if you could put the price tag into the video, so it's much easer to pick based on budget. Anyway, great content… Will prices come down in the future, if competition is heating up?
I thought the Skytrak+ max subscription
It is $199, not $299. Also, Skytrak+ has a $99 plan that allows for 3rd party use.
For the BLP I don’t see the $99 subscription but I do see the $249 basic subscription plan.
How do the BLP and the SkyTrack+ compare using the range? Seems like the skytrak could display all the data on a tablet to see. Does the BLP do something similar? If you are a member at GolfTec you can get the SkyTrak+ for $2695.50, would that change sway you towards it over the BLP? I really like seeing all the data and club data that the skytrack seems to show on a tablet. Trying to really figure out the pros and cons between them. Do you have to use a PC with the BLP for most things?
Do you think Rapsodo will ever offer spin data without the special ball? Love the unit, but lack of spin data when practicing at the range would be a no go for me. Looking at the SC4 in hopes that they get the spin data issues I saw in your other review corrected.
Rapsodo pure class? How much are they paying you?
The website claims you need the gold lackage to use the BLP with simulation, is there a way to do it with the standard lackage?
There are so many reviews of launch monitors on YouTube and I've yet to see a review that focuses on players who are going to use the device primarily on the range and using range balls. We all know range balls are different construction than premium balls, but would love a review that outlines best devices for players using on the range trying to improve and dial in your distances. No one ever discusses which units (if any) have range ball conversion built into the algorithm.