The Garmin R50 is REALLY GOOD…but There’s a CATCH! (Full Review & Accuracy Test)
The hype around the new Garmin Approach R50 is pretty intense…BUT there are a few things about the Garmin R50 that you need to consider before buying one.
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Garmin R50 ➡️ https://www.playbetter.com/products/garmin-approach-r50-golf-launch-monitor-simulator?ghref=11569%3A660481
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⏰ Timecodes ⏰
0:00 – Intro
1:07 – What is the Garmin R50?
2:22 – How the Garmin R50 Works
3:25 – Two Things That Make the Garmin R50 Different
5:15 – Garmin R50 Driving Range Overview
6:58 – Garmin R50 Ball and Club Marking Requirements
7:41 – Garmin R50 Golf Simulator Overview
10:35 – Garmin R50 3rd Party Software Integration
13:26 – Setting Up Our Accuracy Test
16:57 – Garmin R50 Accuracy Test
23:32 – Should You Buy the Garmin R50?
26:45 – Final Thoughts
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27 Comments
Garmin is nailling it. Is an apple like business model that just gets you at some point. Ive been using garmin approach watches for the last 7 seven years, Ive tried to use apple watch ultra and Tag Heurer but somehow I always come back to Garmin, its just better in every single feature. I also got the Garmin R10 and I just love it. So, when you are into the garmin ecosystem, paying a $100 USD suscription that you’re gonna use in all your devices is nothing.
Hey is Mike not a petty of this channel anymore?
To be fair I would think the r50 is more accurate then the mevo
I wouldnt buy it unless it can be compared directly to trackman or GC4.
Did the low resolution not look bad from the projector
The things I like:
1. The built in computer
2. The large display
3. The cheap subscription
4. No weird balls
But the price is a bit much.
To me, get rid of that hunking built in monitor and make it the size of a buschnell or gc 3 and make an iPad mount in place of their monitor or you can put an iPad on a tripod at eye level. Keep the UI the same but in iPad app format and processsing still on the r50. Then you can keep the price down to $3,500
Awesome video. What is the mat and enclosure you are using in the video?
Can you see the screen in the bright sunlight outside?
Like a lot of LMs it will be better after one maybe two software updates after initial product launch.
The R50 is definitely the LM which spent rather too much time at the "all you can eat" buffet!
Things I love:
– no subscription fees for the basic club and ball data
– options for temperature and humidity, I love the idea of finding out what a cold day does to my carry distances.
– no need for a PC unless you want to play GSPro or E6 Apex or similar. HTH2 is still a bit cartoonish but very playable.
– Garmin subscription is very reasonably priced
– Software is very customisable
– speed of response
Things I think need improved
– ideally I would like to see a 4K version. 1080p is good but it could be better.
– does not provide descent angle data
– not convinced that the club data is as accurate as it should be – but that is very common issue for new LM
– HTH2 should include course total yardages with each course description
– price
None of the negatives are major other than the price. This is a great device, there could be some interesting integration with other Garmin devices such as their GPS watches, rangefinders etc
Would you go with this or a GC3- struggling to decide which one to go for?
The lent on his shoulder is annoying me
This is the best channel on youtube when it comes to sim reviews.
I'd like to see this up against the Truegolf launch box.
I’m really confused all monitors have a subscription which is more than this? You keep saying hefty like it costs more than GC3, MLM2PRO, etc. 9:53 some other monitors don’t work at all without a subscription. You don’t need to pay the subscription if all you want is all the ball and club data.
11:29 dude GSPRO and others are their own companies. Idk what you’re expecting that Garmin would get you an eternal license for awesome golf, gspro, and E6.
You’re talking like a lot of this stuff isn’t the same as every other monitor on the market.
Didn't notice the R50- that swing of yours is a treat to watch
I really like watching these reviews to follow the technology. I can't afford it, but still like to know what is going on out there.😊
“I’ve got no skin in the game here” but also “follow the link below and use our code” 😂😉
“Alright”
Nothing is different with GSPRO. It only runs on higher level PC period doesn't matter which LM. Another downer the hdmi resolution is the same as the screen 800 x 1280 pixels not very good.
This will be a good buy – assuming it's accurate – in a year or so for $3-3.5k. Not being able to run GsPro out of the box is very disappointing.
If you’re in the position in life where you can afford a $5000 launch monitor, you are most likely not worried about a $10 a month subscription. God do I wish I can get one of these for Chase and myself for when it gets to 100° plus Fahrenheit with 95% humidity. Here in Thailand.
Here is the thing about Home Tee Hero – it is the same app that one could use with the R10, and people complained that the graphics were too much like a cartoon. So is the graphics on that app better, or is it just because on a larger screen it looks more acceptable?
For those of us on the R10, the subscription price isn't that big a deal. And since it is monthly, you can turn it on for the months that you are playing indoors and then turn it off again when the weather gets nice again.
My R50 is on Track, I will Test for myself at the Weekend.
there's no issue.. most golfers who are already using GS Pro already have a pc or if they are running awesome golf.. they will already have an iPad.
I don’t think enough people are talking about this 😂