8 Reasons to Get the SkyTrak+ Launch Monitor for Indoor Golf (Now $500–$1600 Off!)

I’ve said this in multiple pieces of content, and I’ll stand by it: I don’t think there’s a more fun golf simulator experience than the SkyTrak+.

I’m not saying it’s the absolute most accurate. It’s not the cheapest, either. And it’s not trying to compete with the ultra-elite, five-figure systems.

But fun? For an indoor sim setup that also gives you seriously good data, incredible visuals, and tools that genuinely help you get better? Yeah, the SkyTrak+ launch monitor takes the cake.

SkyTrak has completely reinvented itself in the past couple of years, moving from a “budget launch monitor” to a legitimate, full-featured simulator ecosystem.

And now, with the most recent software updates and course library expansion, this thing feels like the sweet spot of performance, entertainment, and value.

Let’s break down the eight biggest reasons to get the SkyTrak+ for your home simulator setup.

It’s Built for Indoor Golf Excellence

If you’re creating an indoor golf simulator space, the SkyTrak+ is just about as good as it gets in this price range.

Unlike radar-based systems that require long ball flights and open space, SkyTrak+ uses a combination of dual Doppler radar and an advanced photometric camera system to deliver incredibly accurate readings in tight spaces.

You don’t need a 20-foot-long room. Because the SkyTrak+ sits beside the golf ball, you just need enough space to swing comfortably and hit into a screen or net. That’s why the SkyTrak+ has become the go-to option for garage, basement, and office golf simulators.

The setup is simple, too. The hitting zone is roughly 4.5 inches by 4.5 inches, and the device pairs easily with PC, Mac, iPad, or Android. With PlayBetter’s SimStudio packages, you can go from box-opening to hitting balls in the same day.

SkyTrak+ gives you tour-grade feedback, minimal shot-to-show lag, and visuals that make indoor practice feel like a luxury experience instead of a compromise.

Dual Doppler Radar + Photometric Cameras = Unmatched Accuracy for the Price

The magic of the SkyTrak+ launch monitor lies in its dual-sensor technology.

Where the original SkyTrak relied on cameras, the new model adds radar to track club data with extraordinary precision. Combine that with its improved photometric camera system, and you get the best of both worlds:

• Radar-captured club data: clubhead speed, face angle, path, and face-to-path.
• Camera-captured ball data: spin rates, launch angle, carry, descent angle, and side spin.

The result is an all-in picture of what’s really happening at impact. The why behind your ball flight.

And because SkyTrak trained its algorithms using machine learning, the device keeps getting smarter. For less than $2,500, you’re getting accuracy that’s closer to pro-grade models than it has any right to be.

The Software Makes Practice Addictively Fun

Data is only as good as what you can do with it. I don’t know about you, but when I get only a bunch of numbers, putting the puzzle together of what that actually means about my golf swing can feel pretty abstract.

And that’s where SkyTrak absolutely nails the user experience.

The app’s Shot Optimizer is the star of the show. It compares your numbers against PGA-Tour caliber benchmarks and uses a simple red/yellow/green scoring system to show how close you are to optimal launch conditions.

Then there’s Shot Score, which analyzes 20 swings with a given club and predicts your likely score in an 18-hole round based on your performance. It’s shockingly motivating, especially when you’re trying to beat your own “handicap” in the garage.

Add in the Wedge Matrix, Bag Mapping, Challenges, and Skills Assessments, and you’ve got a platform that turns data into progress.

This is where the SkyTrak golf simulator really separates itself from the competition. It’s not just about collecting information, it’s about making practice feel like a game.

You Can Play World-Class Courses from Trackman and Foresight

Through its Course Play membership tiers, SkyTrak+ now offers direct access to simulation courses from both Foresight Sports and Trackman, a first in the industry.

That means you can tee it up at courses like:

• Pebble Beach
• Royal Portrush
• Quail Hollow
• Sebonack
• Le Golf National
• And more than 70 total world-class courses

And the visuals are stunning. These aren’t generic, off-brand renderings. These are the same meticulously mapped environments that Trackman and Foresight use in their own premium software.

Membership tiers start at $299 a year (Core) for Foresight courses, and $599 a year (Elite) for the full Trackman-plus-Foresight library.

This means that golfers can now access truly elite-level course content without spending close to $10,000 on hardware.

That’s a massive win for sim golfers everywhere.

It’s Designed for Serious Game Improvement

The SkyTrak+ isn’t just about pretty graphics or casual fun. It’s a legitimate improvement tool that can change how you practice.

Because it measures both ball and club data, you can pinpoint exactly why your shots do what they do.

The SkyTrak+ launch monitor data points include:

• Ball speed
• Backspin / sidespin
• Launch angle / side angle
• Clubhead speed
• Club path
• Face angle
• Face-to-path
• Carry and total distance

The new Shot Optimizer breaks that data down visually, showing you how your numbers stack up against ideal PGA or LPGA performances.

And because you can review and save every session, it’s easy to track progress over time, whether you’re working on gapping, dispersion, or pure consistency.

It’s everything you’d expect from a professional-grade training system, only at a fraction of the price.

The User Experience is Seriously Refined

From setup to daily use, everything about this launch monitor has been designed to eliminate friction. The device connects via Wi-Fi Direct or network mode, runs smoothly on nearly any platform (PC, Mac, iPad, Android), and automatically saves your shot data to the cloud.

The app interface is intuitive and easy to navigate. You don’t have to dig through endless menus to find what you need. And it’s fast.

You can even mirror your app to a projector or TV with a clean, data-plus-visual layout that looks professional.

Honestly, this is one of those products that makes you want to keep using it. It works exactly the way it should, and everything feels organized in a way that makes sense and is easy to see how it can help you improve.

And that’s not something we can say about every launch monitor in this category.

It Fits Any Budget or Setup Vision

The SkyTrak+ is versatile enough to meet golfers where they are. Whether you want a simple net setup or a full, cinema-style simulator bay, SkyTrak+ scales beautifully.

At its $2,495 retail price, it’s affordable enough to serve as the foundation of a starter studio but powerful enough to anchor a full professional setup.

And since SkyTrak designed its own three-tier membership model, you can control how much (or how little) you spend each year on software access:

• Essential Plan ($129.99 per year) — Unlocks full practice features and challenges.
• Core Plan ($299.99 per year) — Adds Foresight Course Play.
• Elite Plan ($599.99 per year) — Unlocks everything, including Trackman courses and exclusive perks.

It’s nice that you can start small and upgrade later without ever changing your hardware.

And because it works on every major platform, you don’t need a gaming PC to get started — another huge value win for budget-minded players.

So Many Ways to Bring SkyTrak Plus Home

One of the best parts about choosing the SkyTrak+ through PlayBetter is how easy it is to turn your purchase into a complete, ready-to-play golf simulator.

You don’t have to spend weeks figuring out which screen, enclosure, projector, and hitting mat will actually work together. PlayBetter’s turnkey SkyTrak+ golf simulator packages take out all of the guesswork.

Each bundle includes everything you need for a fully functional, professional-quality indoor golf studio. Perfectly matched components, simple setup, and no compatibility headaches.

Whether you’ve got a spare bedroom, a garage bay, or a full basement to work with, there’s a package designed to fit your space and budget. From compact net setups to full-enclosure, projector-equipped studios, these packages make it easy to realize your indoor golf simulator studio dreams.

Here are some of the more classic combinations (and for a limited time, you can get $500 off any SkyTrak+ & $1,600 Off SkyTrak+ SimStudio™ packages!):

• SkyTrak+ with PlayBetter SimStudio™ COMPLETE Package - starting $5,495
  • Package includes the SkyTrak+, a free Protective Case, Enclosure (available in multiple sizes), Impact Screen, 5x5 Premium Hitting Mat, Putting/Landing Turf, Side Barriers, and Optoma ZW350ST HD Projector (upgrade option available).
• SkyTrak+ with PlayBetter SimStudio™ ESSENTIALS Package - starting at $4,995
  • Save some money with the same components as the COMPLETE Package, minus the Putting/Landing Turf and Side Barriers.
• SkyTrak+ with PlayBetter SimStudio™ Build Your Own Package - starting at $5,490
  • This package allows you to choose components from an a la carte menu. The base package includes the SkyTrak+, Protective Case, Enclosure, Screen, andFrame. From there, you can choose to add things like a Projector, Side Barriers, Hitting Mat, Landing/Putting Turf, and other accessories.
• SkyTrak+ with The Net Return Premium Hitting Net Package - starting at $3,994
  • Package includes the SkyTrak+, a Net Return Hitting Net (multiple options to choose from), Hitting Turf, and Side Barriers. There’s also an option to buy just the SkyTrak+ and net only.
• SkyTrak+ with SportScreen Vanish Retractable Golf Studio Complete Package - starting at $8,094.97
  • Alright, this is cool. This package includes a screen and enclosure that you can raise and lower to and from the floor and ceiling so that it’s completely out of the way when you’re not using it. Perfect for situations like a garage where you still need to park the car.
  • Package includes the SkyTrak+, 5x5 Premium Hitting Mat, Putting/Landing Turf, Protective Case, and Optoma ZW350ST HD Projector (upgrade option available).
• Carl’s Place DIY Golf Simulator Enclosure Kit - starting at $1,154.95
  • Another option is to pair your SkyTrak+ with a package from industry leaders Carl’s Place to create a truly premium experience. This Carl’s Place DIY package allows you to choose from options for each of the components involved, including things like the enclosure, impact screen, hitting mat, projector, etc. The SkyTrak+ itself is not included in this package.

Why the SkyTrak+ Might Be Perfect for Your Home Simulator

When you put it all together, the SkyTrak+ hits a rare balance that few launch monitors can manage.

It’s accurate enough for serious improvement. Engaging enough for endless fun. And affordable enough to make true indoor golf accessible to far more players.

It’s the sweet spot between professional-grade precision and everyday playability.

If you love the game — if you want to play Pebble Beach in your garage, work on your short game in your basement, or challenge your buddies online — the SkyTrak+ launch monitor just makes it all happen.

And it makes it ridiculously fun.

About PlayBetter Golf Reviewer Marc Sheforgen

Marc "Shef" Sheforgen is a golf writer whose passion for the game far exceeds his ability to play it well. Marc covers all things golf, from product reviews and equipment recommendations to event coverage and tournament analysis. When he’s not playing, watching, or writing about golf, he enjoys traveling (often golf-related), youth sports coaching, volunteering, and record collecting.