My 10 Favorite Launch Monitors RANKED

[@tkimball811]

I've been dying for someone to put all these head to head, and talk about the subscriptions. This is super helpful! Appreciate all the info!

[@qmccahonlax31]

Love my Rapsodo MLM2PRO! Great video

[@denisvargas4002]

Thank you for all the info. Now I know which one to buy.

[@dontpanic716]

I use my r10 every time I go to the range. I play bandon dunes with a regular bucket most times and it has really helped me practice how I play. No subscriptions at all is a big plus for me

[@boojiboy2275]

Me too. Sanctuary Cove is my favourite. Because of the altitude and the elevated tees I hit some of my longest drives on that course Lol.

[@DanielMuvdi]

I can't believe you mentioned the angle of attack on SkyTrak-it was the most important data I needed. I need to compress the ball more, and I was planning to practice on my own golf simulator. It was one of the key metrics I wanted. I had decided to buy it this weekend and started looking at reviews. Thanks to you, I now know that they do not provide this data. It seems crazy to me, especially at such price point. Thanks, great channel btw!

[@Mike95lude]

What did you end up buying?

[@shekarkrishnamoorthy9413]

Bro you are amazing. You have pretty much single handedly (over months and years of me checking your reviews) finally gotten me to decide on a launch monitor (Rapsodo MLM 2 pro!). Is there any chance you could do a short video on budget golf hitting nets? I really need to pick one up and I'm struggling to figure out a budget one that is worth getting!

[@RichieMaccas]

Loved the video, especially with the information about all the subscriptions that some of the products require

[@mgjcfp]

Great video.... I currently use R10, redid my garage and was gonna upgrade to Skytrak. But the FS/Mevo that you say is #1 really sold me.

[@michael2782]

I think that mentioning the GC3 option from foresight would appeal to many since it includes all the options mentioned for the Bushnell without the penalizing subscription price structure. I have had, and loved, the GC3 for a couple of years now (previously the original SkyTrak) and feel it is the best monitor/simulator for the price especially as the years go by.

[@clw22580]

I have the GC3 as well just wait for the yearly buy one get one sale and there are retailers that will bundle customers so you get one for 50% off

[@jeromebegany1634]

But the GC3 is not under 5k!

[@clw22580]

@@jeromebegany1634 $4250 plus tax during sale

[@michael2782]

@@jeromebegany1634 I bought mine for just under 5K at one of their "special" sales. I think they still happen occasionally. Just checked their webpage and saw they have gone up a $k - haven't done the math on comparable cost to get the same packages over a period of time. When I bought mine it was just past 3 years when you ended up spending more on the Bushnell.

[@michael2782]

@@jeromebegany1634 Mine was - I bought mine on one of Foresights 'specials'.

[@derekwong6865]

What about Square Golf? $699, sits like skytrack, portable. Have you tried it yet?

[@oahujuniorgolfassociationc6656]

I’m tired of trying to understand this industry.

[@uboobly]

Lol

[@madmax52]

There's nothing to understand. They are all in it it get as much of our money as they can with as little work as possible.

[@1averageamerican]

Got my R10 a few years ago for $480. Still love it.

[@mgjcfp]

Me too.. I just use it for practice and it gives me everything I need. I still suck of course. :)

[@boojiboy2275]

Me too! Makes every range session way more interesting and even hitting into a net is fun.

[@boredymcboredface8624]

Got the GSpro and Garmin r10 based on your excellent recommendations- super happy

[@OMG-2]

Given the limitations of time, I think this was a really good rundown of the best launch menders typically found in the consumer market. It does seem to be influenced by a bias against subscriptions & in some cases rightfully so. I think it’s important to note with the radar units, they quote the minimum distances. Things get better if you have more room to let the ball fly.. The good news for me is this review reaffirmed that I made the right choice for myself with the Eye Mini . I got it at a great sale price and I doubt there is a better experience using a launch monitor with GS pro in the list.. The only surprise here was high praise for the sky track plus. As much as I wanted to. I just couldn’t like it And though it wasn’t mentioned here it’s almost impossible to use at the range. If integrated putting is important to you, the Eye Mini blows the sky track away when it comes to putting, and that was another influencing factor in my decision. If you’re short on space and can go the price of an Eye Mini, I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. If your only use will be at home the Eye Mini Lite may be a money saving option but know that it does require power and works better with an attached Ethernet cable but also supports WiFi

[@alanianm]

For the Skytrak+ AoA, as per their email reply from a Technology Specialist to my query about it: "We are planning on adding Angle of Attack at some point, but I am not sure when it will be added."

[@uboobly]

Something tells me it will be faked and baked numbers.

[@mt816]

Thank you for making these reviews, they are extremely helpful. Have you had the opportunity to get your hands on the "GolfJoy Golf Waver Launch Monitor?" I would like to see your review when you do.

[@unclejohn37]

Many of these I would eliminate as a choice. Based on ability to play sim golf with friends and left and right shooters. The Rapsoto and Mevo would be more my pick based on price and user friendly for buddy golfing!

[@bowl816]

Thanks for the video Shawn. I had planned to go with the Garmin, but then measured my room and it’s right at 17’ long. I feel that would be too close for the Mevo+ or the Garmin. I seem to have landed on the Skytrack + , which after watching yours and other reviews, I think I may be ok. Your #2 helps confirm it.

[@michaelhanlon6826]

GC3 from foresight worth a mention. I’ve had it for a few years it’s excellent.

[@cyberbogart]

The Flightscope so far has the best deal since the Old Course at St. Andrews cost $300 alone.

[@jw2par]

Have you reviewed the Square Launch monitor ?

[@davedeboy5726]

the r10 with garmin sensors -you just hit and it changes for you. The distances you hit even come up on the s70 watch. So cool.

[@breakingeighty]

Wait do they really?! I havent tested this and havent heard anyone else talk about it. Gonna need toi try this out for myself.

[@davedeboy5726]

@@breakingeighty The watch tells the r10 which club you're using. The rest of my clubs were out of range for the watch.

[@paulmcmahon99]

Nice review! I think it would have been a good idea to show some pricing for mevo+ in this video as well.

[@breakingeighty]

For sure, wasn't very consistent with my pricing remarks was I. Will do better on the next one!

[@32hothead]

Rainy Wilson? Lol. Great video

[@nic38211]

SC4 for under $390 with your link ... down from $550 when it came out is crazy had to do it

[@MattSwanson]

Consider what it includes, as well as the price structure, the MLM Pro 2 seems to have just sold me as the winner :) If, at some point, I have the ability to turn the garage into a full-on simulator, making the move to something that can project high-quality simulations onto a screen would be the next move, but we're MANY years away from that, so it's just me hitting into a net outside in the meantime. One thing I would say, that you didn't directly cover about the MLM Pro, is that you need to use the proprietary dotted balls. I believe they often are bundled with the monitor, so maybe that's why it's not in there, but it is something to consider, especially if they wear down after a while. Personally, that's just another cost to count, as getting spin numbers is my major priority, since I'll be treating the outdoor net as my "range" and will need to know what's actually happening to the ball :) Really (REALLY) appreciate the breakdown here, and keep up the incredible work!

[@infernoguy9]

Hi, breakingeighty. I really cant find a good review for the GolfZone wave anywhere. This launch monitor intrigues me because of its putting capabilities and technology. I would love to see a review of this product because most launch monitors are not specifically meant for putting.

[@JeffWWhite51]

Shawn, great reviews and great Intel for all things golf Sir. Quick question…have you seen the new Voice Caddie SC4 pro? Would like a review on this as if they have improved accuracy of data from original SC4, well may have a winner here! Thanks, Jeff!

[@woohoot4838]

Surprised the SC4 was considered best monitor under $500. I returned mine because of how inaccurate it is (especially the spin numbers). Picked up the original MLM on a whim at the PGA store for on course ball tracking and tested it against my GC3 using a RCT ball on my sim (new firmware updated.. you should review this) and its extremely accurate. Carry numbers and spin numbers are nearly dead on to my GC3 so for under $500, I would suggest taking a look at the MLM with the new firmware update. Only thing that was slightly off was launch angle but its consistently off by ~2 degrees for me.

[@selzbeard1212]

When can we expect to see the UNEEKER Eye Mini Lite review? Pretty excited about what this might offer

[@raymckigney2118]

It’s the same as the eye mini but indoor only (has no battery or built-in display) and therefore less expensive. Have used both. Own a lite.

[@selzbeard1212]

@ thanks for the reply

[@justinstephenson9360]

At least where I am, launch monitors are a bit of an issue due to space constraints. But the problem is the cost - for something like the Skytrack+ which I really like it is not just the cost of the launch monitor but I would need a PC to run the simulator software, fit out a dedicated space and then still have to pay subscription costs. Alternatively, I have an indoor practice facility 5 minutes down the road where for c.$100 a month I can play using an ultra high end launch monitor twice a week for free with endless numbers of courses (more if I want to pay a bit extra), a lesson with a golf pro every month - and it has a bar to relax in with friends.

[@raymckigney2118]

But what are their hours? How easy is it to book a time? What’s a pint cost?

[@JeremyGWilkinson]

Just ordered the full swing kit. Primarily for outdoor use, but also plan on using it indoors as well. You mentioned that results indoor were inconsistent. Any one metric more off than another? I liked the ease of setup, outdoor accuracy, and convenience of not needing to use stickers for club data. Thanks for the review.

[@EricZuckerman1]

I recently tested a FS Kit along with the Mevo + with Pro Plan against a Trackman 4. It was indoors with plenty of room behind (10 ft for the Kit and 8 ft for the Mevo+). The screen was over 11 ft from from the RCT balls. Outcomes from the indoor test were: 1. Mevo+ error is more random than the FS Kit. FS Kit was consistently short of Trackman, while Mevo+ was sometimes larger, sometimes shorter. 2. Mevo+ was sometimes off by a larger number than the FS Kit was 3. Mevo+ showed the proper shot shape every time (not available on FS Kit) 4. Mevo+ missed only one shot of the over 100 swings taken, FS Kit missed none, and Trackman missed two. 5. Mevo+ is accurate for some short chips, while the FS Kit does not see chips at all. Pretty much need a 35-40 yd shot for the FS Kit to register. Both Mevo+ and FS Kit are awesome. Mevo+ excels at simulation in comparison. FS Kit is so easy to use and gives you just the right amount of info.

[@adarmus1]

Have you tried the new Golfzon with putting skid yet, be interesting to see what you think vs Mevo and sky trak

[@tjy698]

The Mevo Plus seems to rank very high with youtubers with a lot of experience. When you go to reddit/or user groups, there seem to be people who struggle to get it set up right, have poor driver distance numbers, or the putting and chipping is wonky.

[@jeremyflood7856]

2 Questions: 1) Any insights to the experience of using E6 for sim golf on a newer iPhone/iPad? I know it's "compatible" but wondering what the ease of use/graphics quality is like when compared to the PC version - if I can avoid spending money on a PC that'd be great. Also, 2) Can you share a bit more about using the Mevo+ with limited ball flight? I have 8 feet behind and only 8 feet of flight, and I know it recommends 13 feet of flight. I've read about issues with driver shot accuracy with less than 13 feet of flight - any feedback on that? Thanks!

[@Trdonahue7]

I have e6, mevo+, and r10. Quality is good but not great. Still, a really fun experience. The screen fit may be tricky with your iPad. It's a little short on each side but still nice. E6 confirmed it's the iPad and hitting screen but with PC it's not an issue.

[@joniguas]

Hi, what do you think of WAVE, Golfzone ?? Thanks

[@MG-th9sl]

What are your thoughts on the SC300i ?

[@JakeLutka]

Cg3 is the best bang for your buck in my opinion! Amazing unit No subscriptions 👍

[@seanvincent9598]

No mlm2 pro?

[@breakingeighty]

...did you watch the video? haha

[@dustinlittle3099]

lol it was 3rd. I love mine.

[@artbrana]

Whats your opinion on the eye mini lite, no mention of that one, is it that bad?

[@kalindatchev994]

He mentions in the video he hasn't reviewed it yet. I'm sure it will happen since it was shown on screen :)

[@kamikazefireball]

You wear tall hats 🎩

[@ChrisSavage94]

Wheres the BLP? I personally think its the best all around in every aspect from pricing to data

[@tjy698]

BLP was number 4

[@MUTV2]

How come GC quad isnt on this list when its so expensive?

[@dgmessenger]

Mevo+ subscription fee??

[@kiegh]

it still seems like the price point for these are going to be disrupted in the near future. there's no chance in hell any of these individual parts + software should fetch a price north of $500. that being said, I have enjoyed my mlm 2 pro as a range companion since basically it came out. I do not pay for the subscription and still really enjoy it.

[@11patdwhite]

I am so disappointed in the mevo plus. It seems to work fine outdoors at the range, where i can see my ball flight anyway, but indoors it is terrible. I can hit a pure drive with my driver and it shows about 40% less yards than I would ever see on a course. same with every club. I have measured and calibrated and set up over and over. 8 feet from the mevo to where I hit the ball. 8-13 feet to the net. I get the same results when my garage is well lit by sunlight or by the normal garage lighting. I am using Titleist RCT balls. I would return it in a heartbeat but they not make it clear that when you buy the pro package that the software part (the pro part) is non-refundable, so $750 dollars for nothing.

[@davedeboy5726]

the rapsodo 300.00 one melted my friends phone.

[@georgewood715]

*lol* Could you talk a little faster? JK...thorough reviews. Thanks! Reinforced my Mevo+ decision from Jan, 2020. Sometimes I luck out like that.

[@RobEberle-i6g]

The Mevo requires “aluminum stickers” but you did not mention that at all… Seems like a big inconvenience. Are they going on the ball, the clubs or both??

[@DangerousOne326]

This is one of the reasons I went with Skytrak+

[@chrismccannIRL]

Is that not just for indoors. Outdoors I’ve not had an issue with it tracking

[@EricZuckerman1]

Or you can use RCT balls. Most radar devices pick those up balls up better, so worth it for indoor use.

[@boredymcboredface8624]

On the ball - really not an inconvenience at all. Means you can use the same ball brand both indoors and out. It’s easy to do and you don’t used outside balls inside because they get dirty. You also don’t need RCT balls or foil to get pretty darn good data.

[@jasonbourgeois8363]

Rct balls. No stickers

[@clw22580]

GC3 50% off sale is tough to beat

[@lloydjohnson552]

Where

[@chadmichael7794]

And when ?

[@clw22580]

@@lloydjohnson552 foresight just had the b1g1 sale a month or so ago - I got mine a year ago during that same sell thru an online retailer that sells gc3s basically he “bundled” 2 individual customers together it took a lil longer for shipping (had to ship to retailer then he shipped it to me and random customer)

[@clw22580]

@@chadmichael7794 foresight just had their b1g1 sale a month or so ago sign up for marketing emails from them and then when the sale is live find a retailer that will “bundle” you with another customer and boom 1/2 off a new gc3

[@davedeboy5726]

too bad you're 3 days too late. Bought the garmin r10. Would have used your coupon but just missed it by days.

[@ichewtoast111]

I sort them by subscriptions if they have one I won’t buy it haha

[@bubba22a1]

Having tested and used all of these units, I completely disagree with you on these rankings. Give us the rankings of the best units and that should start with BLP/GC3 then go from there.

[@mikeshar852]

This list is by far the biggest joke in the industry. I own or owed 1-6 in his list. 1&2 are laughable. 5- mevo+ 4-ST+ 3-mlmpro 2-eye mini 1- BLP I currently use none on your list, but still own the 5 I just named. My daily sim LM is gcquad, but I do have a protee vx that I use when I have people over. So I don’t have any loyalty to your list. But the mini and blp are in a totally different league than the rest and putting the 2 crappiest units over $2k as 1&2 is shameful. St+ is same price as the blp and has a subscription. So let’s remove money from the comparison. ST+ CALCULATES CLUB DATA!!!! That immediately puts it below blp and mini. St+ can’t hold a candle to the uneekor eye mini! What are you smoking???

[@lanidrac]

Doesn't BLP have a subscription as well? Lower cost up front but more money for subscriptions

[@mikeshar852]

@@lanidrac yes. But the subscription cost for blp includes 25 courses on fsx2020 and fsxplay. It’s also includes fsx pro and the app. But regardless, it’s the only launch monitor on his list that is actually professional grade and has been proven to be of the highest accuracy. It’s literally a gcquad with 4 less club measurements. It’s just as accurate and has the same technology and algorithm as gcquad.

[@itshadouken]

I’ve had an R10 for a couple years, it’s wildly inaccurate and not that useful IMO

[@mikeh7203]

Reading reviews on Amazon of all the sub $500 ones they are all garbage

[@kalindatchev994]

I'm not saying you're wrong but Amazon reviews are notoriously unreliable. I've often read negative reviews of products where it's quite obvious the person was using the product the wrong way and blamed the product. I'd rather watch an independent review or, in case of golf, read some reviews on Golfwrx or similar sites

[@Shaboodle0114]

Just came across this video. Ranking Mevo plus ahead of the EYE mini and the BLP IS questionable to say the least to anyone who has hit on all 3. Ranking Skytrak+ ahead of them really brings question to your credibility in general. That is such a misinformed take. For anyone interested in real life, Eye mini/mini lite is #1, BLP #2. Then a large gap before you get to rest on this list. For a starter unit, grab the Garmin R10 or MLM2pro over the Skytrak + then upgrade to the mini or BLP when you can. If you have 5k to spend, run from the Full Swing kit and run toward the Garmin R50. Or get the mini lite and use the extra money on a nice pc.