Pinetree Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I don't currently have one but I do work at a golf course which gives me access to Trackman and a Mevo. As long as I am working there I probably won't be purchasing one. TJ Hall 1 Quote Srixon Driver ZX5 MkII 10.5* Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue 65 - Stiff Srixon 3+ fairway - 13.5* (RH Only) UST Proforce V2 HL 6 - F3(R) Srixon 5 - fairway 18* (RH Only) UST Proforce V2 HL 6 - F3(R) Srixon 4 - hybrid UST Proforce V2 - F3(R) Srixon ZX4 MkII irons - 5 - AW KBS MAX 65 - Regular Cleveland CBX Zipcore wedges 54* and 58* Aerotech SteelFiber fc90cw - Regular Cobra Agera 3D printed putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musicalmedicine Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 Just now, Pinetree said: I don't currently have one but I do work at a golf course which gives me access to Trackman and a Mevo. As long as I am working there I probably won't be purchasing one. You have real world experience comparing the Mevo to the gold standard, Trackman! Any insights you can share with us? Quote G430 MAX 10.5º Fujikura Ventus Blue Velocore+ 6 X G430 MAX 5 Wood Tour 2.0 Chrome 65 S shaft G430 MAX 4 Hybrid Tour 2.0 Chrome 85 S Shaft G430 5i - PW Tour-V S shafts G430 45º & 50º Tour-V S shafts Glide Pro Forged 56º S-10° Dynamic Gold S300 shaft S159 60° H-8° Dynamic Gold S300 shaft DF3 shaft Fujikura Ventus Blue Velocore+ review Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinetree Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 Sorry I have only been the Trackman so I can't really compare. We have both at the course but the mostly only use Trackman now. TJ Hall 1 Quote Srixon Driver ZX5 MkII 10.5* Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue 65 - Stiff Srixon 3+ fairway - 13.5* (RH Only) UST Proforce V2 HL 6 - F3(R) Srixon 5 - fairway 18* (RH Only) UST Proforce V2 HL 6 - F3(R) Srixon 4 - hybrid UST Proforce V2 - F3(R) Srixon ZX4 MkII irons - 5 - AW KBS MAX 65 - Regular Cleveland CBX Zipcore wedges 54* and 58* Aerotech SteelFiber fc90cw - Regular Cobra Agera 3D printed putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EMacK1961 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I currently own the Voice Caddy Swing Caddy 100. I think that this is the most basic one on the market, but I could be wrong. I would love to get one where I can log performance when I change clubs like drivers, 3-woods, etc. I would love to upgrade to one I could plug into my computer. Price, however, is a concern. TJ Hall 1 Quote "It's only rock and roll...but I like it." - Mick Jagger "It is not the will to win that matters-Everyone has that. It's the will to prepare to win that matters." - Paul "Bear" Bryant "If anything is worth doing, it is worth doing with all your heart." - the Buddha What's in the bag: Driver Taylormade Qi10 Standard, 3W Callaway RazrFit Extreme, 5W - Cobra Fly Z XL, Wilson D9 4 hybrid, Heat II Single Length Irons 5-SW, Snake Eyes 60' LW What's on my feet: Squarz/Under Armour Charged Draw 2 Bag Boy Quad XL Push Cart w/Bag Boy CB15 bag Where I play: Baja Country Club - Ensenada, Baja Califorinia, Mexico/Bajamar Oceanfront Golf Resort, Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bama no 1 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 10 hours ago, GolfSpy_APH said: They have become a lot more affordable and a lot more capable in a pretty short time. Devices like the Garmin R10, Rapsodo units and others are all well priced and perform great. Do you own one of these? Or have you stepped up into the Uneekor, FullSwing, Bushnell, Foresight or even Trackman space? What is it you like about yours? What do you wish they had? How do you use yours as part of your normal routine or game? If you don't have one what would you want to buy or put on your wishlist? i do not own one. If I did, it would have to have face to path, attack angle, and launch & spin info. TJ Hall 1 Quote WITB Cobra Radspeed 10.5 driver Cobra 3 wood Nickent hybrid PXG 0311 3-PW Cleveland zip core wedges 52,56,60 Odyssey/Goodwood putters-models works 7 for odyssey and Goodwood custom putters switch out from time to time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xtreme.Golfer Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I have never owned a launch monitor but I would really love one. They are a bit on the expensive side which is the only thing holding me back but for overall improvement on the practice ground and on the course this would be perfect for me TJ Hall 1 Quote J.M.Edwards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickM71 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I got a launch monitor last fall for indoor practice and sim golf, for me and my kids. I started with the Garmin R10 and later upgraded to a Foresight GC3. Pros of the r10: relatively cheap, no required subscription (unless you do awesome golf or something similar), accurate for swing speed, ball speed, carry distance, and spin (if using rct balls - which are pricey), and it just works with little fuss. If you have enough width, you can also use it for righty and lefty golfers without moving it. I found the estimated backspin numbers are close enough for most of my practice that I rarely used the rct balls unless I wanted to see a precise backspin number. It would be easy to transport and use outside (which I never did). Cons of the r10: not precise side spin numbers, as it calculates a guess based on other factors. I'd guess it uses swing path (isn't always precise with single radar) and initial launch direction. It can't account for gear effect of off center hits. It also was not able to consistently pick up short chips and can not read putting. You do need to have space behind and in front, unlike camera based units. I was using the R10 with GSpro. It worked well for that use, except short chipping and putting. If you use the autochip and autoputt setting, it's great. Someone wrote software to use a webcam for putting and when it worked, it was fun. My kids got super frustrated (as did I) with the frequent problems reading putts using the webcam. I decided to splurge and upgraded to a Foresight GC3. From everything I've seen, the Foresight camera based units are the most accurate option for indoor hitting. Some say it is more accurate than Trackman indoors, although I'm not sure how you can know for sure. When I first got the GC3, I realized how inaccurate the Garmin R10 can be on shot shapes, especially on off center hits and larger hooks and slices. The GC3 is fantastic with GSPro for playing sim golf. It just works, with accuracy on all shots from drives, to chipping, to putting. I also regularly use GSPro driving range for practice hitting balls. I won't know until it warms up a little more to see if my indoor shots match real life ball flight. The only downside of the GC3 for me, aside from it being pricey, is that one of my daughters is a lefty and it requires me to move it from side to side when she plays with any righties. I don't have a high enough ceiling for a ceiling mount unit and those are even more expensive. I sometimes think it'd be nice to have a GCQuad for the additional data points and larger hitting area, but I couldn't justify the much higher cost. I more recently got a PRGR to use with The Stack. It seems accurate and is simple to use. It reads swings without ball impact, making it a good choice to use with The Stack. When hitting balls, the ball speed and carry numbers all seem reasonable. Xtreme.Golfer and TJ Hall 2 Quote Rick Driver: Callaway Ai Smoke TD 10.5 Denali Black 60 Stiff 3 Wood: Cobra Aerojet 15 Kai'li Blue 60 Stiff 3 Hybrid: Cobra Aerojet 19 KBS PGI 85 Stiff Irons 5-Gap: Mizuno JPX 923 Forged, Recoil SW 780 Stiff SW: Cleveland RTX3 V-MG 56/11 Putter: Odyssey 2 Ball Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZJeb67 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 1 hour ago, RTH1 said: Want one for indoor use that doubles as a simulator, I will buy one as soon as I can find someone to convince my wife it's way more useful than her dining room. I had no luck getting a re-prioritizing of living space. RTH1 and TJ Hall 2 Quote Driver - Stix Compete 7W - G5 9W - Big Bertha War Bird 5H/SW - Edge 6H - G15 5-PW - MT-86 OS 56 - Kirkland Signature Putter - White Hot Pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moebetta Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I currently own a Swing Caddie 4 - Launch monitor. It’s a great product for its price point and provides all the data I require in addition to capturing all swing’s on video for analysis and review. I was able to compare my launch monitor against Track Man while my son had Cool Clubs Fitting at Grayhawk and found unit was extremely close to data from Track man other than “spin rate” that was off on occasion. Great device for both indoor and outdoor use and extremely usesful for “charting” all clubs in bag in addition to chip/flop shots around the green. With video can then draw “club plane lines” and see how grip, club face alignment is doing throughout the swing etc. The reviews I’ve read would suggest that the Garmin R10 might be more accurate for spin rates etc but this is what I’ve got and enjoying it to date. I can use as golf simulator with E6 software but have not tried this feature as of yet. Great device under $1000. Cheers ZJeb67 and TJ Hall 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troy.pugh Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 Rapsodo MLM2 pro TJ Hall 1 Quote Currently in the Market for a new set of clubs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langstonha Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 No I do not own a launch monitor. I don't have the room for one inside. I'd love to have something that works on the range. TJ Hall 1 Quote Titleist 718, scotty, PXG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZJeb67 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 8 minutes ago, Moebetta said: .. . I can use as golf simulator with E6 software but have not tried this feature as of yet. . . Don't do it! Take that red pill and soon all you'll be thinking about it, "hmmm, I bet I could hit a quick 18 on the sim right after work...." which frequently becomes 36 holes. It's a slippery slope! musicalmedicine and TJ Hall 1 1 Quote Driver - Stix Compete 7W - G5 9W - Big Bertha War Bird 5H/SW - Edge 6H - G15 5-PW - MT-86 OS 56 - Kirkland Signature Putter - White Hot Pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaviBrisco Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I currently have a Foresight GCquad, absolutely love it. I started off with the R10 and a net which actually got me back hooked on golf after a 3 year hiatus. During a hurricane last summer we brought the net inside an buddy brought a screen and cheap projector and on I went down the simulator rabbit hole. Eventually stepped up to a sky track and then hit it with a nice hosel rocket and killed it. Wasn't looking to go as high end as the GCquad but I found a crazy good deal on one and went for it, and im glad I did. Incredibly accurate inside playing with GSPro and I'll take it to the range with me sometimes when trying to sort figure out problems. Having club face data right on a tv screen or iPad is probably the most helpful part for me to correct problem shots. Currently on sim build 4.0 and starting to plan the upgrade for v5.0!! Quote Javi Brisco - some days its JJJavi, some days its HHHavi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slammers480 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I'm in the market for one. I'm curious to which one would the best for outdoor use into a net in the more affordable price range of $500 to 2k. Quote Ping G410 LST Taylormade Sim Rockect 3W Ping G400 7W Taylormade UDI 3i Ping i230 5 - GW Power Spec Ping Glide 4.0 54, 58 Ping Anser 2 Milled Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tylerd360 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I have the Garmin R10 honestly think it's the best money I've spent on golf TJ Hall 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikiB Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 Yes sir, I got a PRGR launch monitor to use with my Rawspeed Golf swing trainer. I did a lot of research (as I always do) and chose the PRGR because of its ability to measure swing speed without the need to actually hit a ball. It's very compact and simple to use and having compared it with a Trackman and a pro's Flightscope, it's accurate enough for my needs. It's also good fun on the range to gauge average distances with individual clubs. Highly recommended TJ Hall and OgDan 2 Quote Cobra Darkspeed X 9o Taylormade Qi10 3 wood 15o Srixon ZX MkII 5 wood 18o Srixon ZX mkII 4 hybrid 22o Titleist T150 irons 4-PW Cleveland RTX 6 Full Face 50o & 56o Evnroll ER2 / Evnroll EV5.2 / Sik Pro C / Titleist Pro V1x / Callaway Chrome Soft / Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Person Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 (edited) I would definitely consider owning one in the future. The recent testing thread on the +MODEL got my attention, especially after the latest updates. But a basic model of any brand would be sufficient too for outdoor use. I don't have the indoor space to swing (and not sure the boss lady would let me!) It would need to have launch numbers, dispersion, as well as distance for my needs of hitting into my large net. Also, a little to no annual fee! Edited April 8 by Rob Person TJ Hall 1 Quote WITB- Driver -Titleist 910D, 3w- Titleist 910F, 5hy/7hy- Titleist 910H, 6-PW - Stix , 52⁰, 56⁰, 60⁰ - Stix , Putter- AI-ONE DB / Lombardi Tour 34 custom Just an old newbie golfer, trying to learn and improve 1 club at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthTakko Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 Yes, I have the OG Rapsodo and the MLM2PRO. I enjoyed the OG but being in Florida and it relying heavily on your iPhone in the hot Florida sun it was best used in cooler months or placed in the shade. I love my MLM2PRO, I use it indoors and at the range. I’m coming up on a full year with it. It did have several software/firmware issues and you still get some occasional mis reads but overall it suits my needs without taking the next step up. Most of the bugs are finally worked out and they’re adding more feature so no real complaints. I get that it doesn’t have the overall accuracy that the GC3 or BLP have but at less than half the price even with the subscription it’s the most affordable option for my needs. I really didn’t get dedicated to learning the game this year and getting lessons too, the dispersion data has really accelerated my game. I was the typical hack shooting over 100. 3 lessons and a ton of range and sim practice, playing every other week and I’m sub 95 Rapsodo_MLM2PRO_98603_13010341export.mov Rob Person and TJ Hall 1 1 Quote Send it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JP Balajadia Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I own (2) - originally got the Swing Caddie SC300 but was frustrated that it was so spotty pick up ball data (radar based tech)...should also be because I am using in the the SF Bay Area where it is often foggy so understand why it would not work perfectly. The current one I use ~once a month is the Foresight Sports GC3 which has been working great (high speed camera based tech). I find it most useful to get my carry data through the bag, but use it most after I have had lessons to see how swing changes alter my numbers for both ball data (speed, spin, launch angle) and club data (club head speed, angle of attack, face to path direction). They were both significant expenses - the GC3 $7k vs SC300 $500...but one that works all the time and provides more data is worth it for me. I golf 2-3 times a week and take a lesson once a quarter so my numbers change through out the year. TJ Hall and Rob Person 2 Quote Dr: TM Stealth Plus 10.5 3W: TM Stealth 3H: TM Sim 4I - PW: TM P7MC 50/56/60: Cleveland RTX Zipcore Putter: Scotty Cameron Special Select 1.5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kknouse23 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I started using the Rapsodo MLM2PRo since December. It's been a great, both inside and outside. We primarily use it in our basement. The numbers are accurate and the simulator feature is incredible. We've also used it outside at the range several times, and it is easy to set up and travel with. On the positive, its inexpensive compared to other devices, while still giving accuracy and loads of features. The only negative is the $199/yr renewal for simulator subscription. TJ Hall and Rob Person 2 Quote Paradym Drijver 10.5* RBZ 3 Wood 14* Hybrid 19* Apex 19 Irons (4-AW) Jaws Chrome Wedges (52,56,60) S-Grind White Hot #5 Putter (33in) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I miss, I miss, I make Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 If I were younger (I'm 75) I might consider if had "serious potential". I also wonder how that data relates between range balls of varying quality and a brand new ProV1x. How do you fine tune launch and spin with your wedges with a ball that the only quality it shares with your gamer is that it is round (ish)? TJ Hall 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshy56 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 100% going to be looking into this into the next year or 2! interested to see what else comes out in that timeframe too or what gets developed, I think the portable yet affordable ones are the game changer now but I think if one definitely has courses you can play too you are on to a real winner! TJ Hall 1 Quote P.J.Marshall PING G425 MAX 9° TaylorMade M2 (2017) 3 wood TaylorMade M2 (2017) 3 Hybrid Stealth Irons 4-PW Callaway Jaws Raw 48,52,58 Odyssey 2 Ball Blade (currently looking at other putters) Either Srixon AD333 or TM Tour Response Stripe Callaway Chev carry and trolley bag Ben Sayers Electric Trolley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffwatt Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I have had the Mevo+ and OG SkyTrak and loved them both! The dream of course would be a GCQuad or Trackman but a BLP would be a middle sweep spot! Quote WITB 2023 Driver- Mizuno STZ-220 Woods: 3w- PXG 0211, 5w- Mizuno STZ Utility- PXG GEN5 Driving Iron 20*, Srixon ZX Utility 23* Irons- Srixon ZX7 6-PW, Modus 120 Shafts Wedges- Callaway Jaws MD5 50, 54, 58 Putter- Taymorlade Spider S Chalk Ball- Srixon Z-Star XV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin W Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I don't but maybe one day I'll find it in the budget. I sure wish prices would drop but not counting on it. Anyway, love to have one. Cheers TJ Hall 1 Quote Kevin WP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donvar Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I owned 2 launch monitors, from PRGR. 1 is the black model, 1 is the red model. Both work well for me, as I'm more concerned with swing speed. I have had both for about 5 yrs, cost was under $100.00 each. They are much cheaper than Garmin, Trackman, or any others on the market. As a life time hacker, I would rather purchase less costly training aides than those seen on TV or internet ads. TJ Hall 1 Quote Enjoy playing golf NOT trying to be a PRO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnabsher Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I have an OG Skytrak and love it. It occasionly has a misread or no read but it is more than good enough for my purposes. The distances are spot on for me also. I do also have an original Rapsodo MLM that confirms my distances but I have thought about selling it since I use the Skytrak much more. I have also paired the Skytrak with GSPro and it is a great setup for th money. TJ Hall 1 Quote Callaway Rouge Driver, XR hybrid, 3W and irons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpaulus Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 Don't own one but would like to . would be a great addition to my hitting net in the back yard. The Rapsodo unit looks very nice at the price point. TJ Hall and Rob Person 2 Quote James Paulus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EHays Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 (edited) FlightScope MEVO+ PXL_20240315_195318126.TS.mp4 Edited April 8 by EHays Photo added SDunne, Rob Person, ShimmyCocoBop and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcmarkham816 Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 I have a skytrak that I’ve been using over the past year and a half. I use it to work on my ball striking consistency. I play rounds on TGC19 also to attempt to account for aiming points with wind variances, not sure how accurate it is but it can’t hurt anymore than not having an initial idea of where to offset and aim as a starting point! I am really happy with it, would like something with club data also at some point! Rob Person 1 Quote Trey Markham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msanagustin Posted April 8 Share Posted April 8 Don't have one but, on a wishlist id probably start with the Garmin or Rapsodo. Ultimately something portable to take to the range as I don't have the set up for a home space with net and all, if I did I would invest in a simulator set-up for what I feel would be better results to all for all phases of the game to be practiced. Hopefully one day after my kids college tuitions are all paid and I have some extra money! Rob Person 1 Quote msanagustin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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