Best Affordable Home Golf
Simulators and Packages on PlayBetter

It's no secret ... at PlayBetter, we love the Garmin Approach R10 for many reasons, most notably for its unprecedented price tag of only $600! Unheard of for a portable golf launch monitor and simulator! The golf launch monitor side of it gives you a ridiculous amount of performance data parameters—including club path metrics only previously available in much more expensive models that are not realistically affordable for most golfers.

But this is a simulator article. If you would like to check out the launch monitor side of this amazingly pocketable golf gadget about the size of a deck of cards, jump over to our Approach R10 features article, our Approach R10 FAQ page, or look over our numerous R10 comparison articles on the PlayBetter Blog!

Now, let's get down to the simulator side of things with this personal golf simulator!

Approach R10 Simulator Features

• The Virtual Driving Range tracks detailed stats on every shot for your review and analysis. You can even record videos of you swings for playback.
• Easily change between a birds-eye view and a player's point of view.
• Includes game modes with rich visual graphics and multiplayer games and challenges.
• The Garmin Approach R10 setup is done in 3 simple steps!
• Setting up and connecting to the Garmin Golf app is super easy (all simulation and R10 operation is done through the free app).
• Compatible simulation software includes the Garmin Golf app with Home Tee Hero and TruGolf E6 Connect.
• Comes with a 30-day free trial of Home Tee Hero, Garmin's native in-app premium simulation software, and 5 free golf course for TruGolf E6 Connect (iOS only).
• Play Garmin's native simulation software, Home Tee Hero, through the Garmin Golf app ($9.99 a month or $99 a year). Play a round on one of the world's greatest golf courses—or one right down the street! You can choose from more than 42,000 courses in all and invite friends to play along! Select tees and wind conditions, as well.
• This unit does not do any sort of putting. In the simulator, once you hit the green, depending on which ring you land in, that determines the number of putts you'll be given—generally 1-2 putts.
• You can see the metrics of each shot in Home Tee Hero.
• Use the R10 simulator through your mobile device, cast it onto a smart TV, or project it onto an impact screen through a connection between your mobile device or computer and projector.
• E6 Connect is only available for the Approach R10 through the free Garmin Golf app. With E6 Connect, you can easily play their photorealistic courses whenever you want.
• Currently, E6 Connect for the Approach R10 is available through an iOS mobile device (no Android) or PC (no Mac computers). To learn more about subscription options and how to connect to you mobile device, jump over to our Easy Guide to E6 Connect and the Garmin Approach R10.
• This Garmin golf launch monitor and simulator gives you an impressive 10 hours of battery life.

Approach R10 Home Setup Requirements

You'll need to place the unit 6-8' behind you and allow for 8'+ of space in front for ball flight measurements for a total minimum of 14' in an indoor space.

Get Started on Your R10 Home Setup

Find full descriptions of our PlayBetter complete SIG simulator studio packages in the section below or go directly to our Garmin R10 packages page.

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The unique FlightScope Mevo+ portable golf launch monitor, designed for serious golfers, adds simulation to the mix and doubles the data parameters of the Mevo. Conveniently portable (6.8" x 1.2" x 4.6"), this home launch monitor and simulator comes in at just under $1,999.00. Not only do you get 16 top-of-the-line, proven data parameters on the launch monitor side, but the Mevo+ offers simulation and gamification features to give you a robust home golf simulator experience.

This is straight-up simulation article, so to learn more about the FS Mevo+ personal launch monitor side, jump to our Mevo comparison article or check out this golf launch monitor FAQ! Otherwise, let's find out what this tiny titan can do for your indoor golf simulator setup!

Benefits of a Mevo+ Home Golf Simulator

• The Mevo+ is compatible with multiple simulator software options, including TruGolf E6 Connect for (iOS package for mobile devices or PC packages), the Golf Club (PC only), Creative Golf 3D (PC only), and Awesome Golf for iOS and PC (be sure to check specs for PC!).
• It comes with ownership of 5 golf courses—Aviara, Stone Canyon, Wade Hampton, Sanctuary, Belfry (iOS only).
• No subscription fees—Myflightscope.com is FlightScope's online cloud that allows users to view, store, and review each practice session. You will be able to store three videos per month free of charge. If you wish to store more videos each month, you can purchase more storage. All FlightScope Mevo+ data parameters will always be available free of charge.
• It comes with 17 practice ranges.
• Mevo+ is super easy to set up.
• It has a Wi-Fi hotspot to ensure a reliable connection.
• It works with your phone with the free FS Mevo Golf app.
• The Mevo+ unit has a built-in camera for alignment, but can also be used for screen recording! It works with the FS app where you can choose to use the radar as a camera. You can also record shots using your phone—from any position— and get overlaid data.
• Easily share your videos online!
• QR code on the back of the Mevo+ unit allows for easy connecting to simulation apps!
• Mevo+ is compatible with the FS Skills and FS Golf app available on iOS and Android.
• A smooth surface is highly recommended for simulation putting—and yes, the Mevo+ has putting!
• For golfers with higher balls speeds, a longer space from ball to net/screen is recommended (11'-12').
• Can work brilliantly with unique spaces and setups; may require experimenting with distances of the unit to the tee, after trying recommendations.
• Metallic dot should be used to get accurate ball spin on full, indoor swings. No dots for putting!
• Rechargeable battery provides up to 3 hours continuous use.

Mevo+ Home Setup Requirements

• Outdoor:  Requires 7'-9' from sensor to tee and unrestricted ball flight distance. If you are hitting into a net outdoors, you will need at least 8 feet of ball flight.
• Indoor: Requires a space of at least 16'–8' from sensor to tee and 8' minimum distance to net. (7' recommended for putting).
• Simulator Setup:  Requires 7' from sensor to tee and 8' minimum distance to net/screen.

Get Started on Your Mevo+ Home Setup

Find full descriptions of our PlayBetter complete SIG simulator studio packages in the section below. Or go to our FlightScope Mevo+ golf simulator packages page.

Just want the best golf practice net to use with your mobile device, flatscreen, PC, or golf impact screen? Jump to the Net Return section below for all the details!

The SkyTrak golf launch monitor and home simulator is the first affordable practice, play, and entertainment simulator that provides realistic results that compare accurately to your actual shot-making ability. This ultimate at-home golf system connects easily and quickly to compatible iPads, Androids, and PC's via its built-in Wi-Fi hotspot!

Once again, this article is all about the sim! If you want details about the SkyTrak launch monitor's amazing numbers and features, bounce over to our PlayBetter SkyTrak golf launch monitor and simulator FAQ or our best golf launch monitors FAQ!

Here's how you can turn after work, the winter season, or a random sick day into your own golfer's paradise!

Benefits of a SkyTrak Golf Simulator System at Home

• The SkyTrak integrates with several simulator plans for iOS and PC, including: TrueGolf E6 Connect and WGT Golf for iOS and The Golf Club 2019, TrueGolf E6 Connect, Creative Golf, Fitness Golf, and ProTee Play for PC.
• Top 3 simulation software for SkyTrak are WGT (iPad only)—$199/year; E6 Connect (iPad and PC)—$300/year, $600/year or $2500 one-time payment; and TGC 2019 (PC)—$479/year or $879 one-time payment.
• Shot-Tracer provides views from two camera angles for enhanced feedback and better information than you would get at the course.
• Multi-Color Shot Tracers separate different clubs by unique shot-tracer color, allowing you to easily see shot dispersions with different clubs.
• The SkyTrak is known to have proven, excellent accuracy.
• Get fun challenges like Closest to the Pin, Long Drive, and Target Practice.
• The SkyTrak measures putting!
• Customize you SkyTrak experience by inputting a series of desired variables and environmental factors such as weather and course conditions.
• Driving Range lets you hit and view live shots—at home!
• SkyTrak provides up to 5 hours of rechargeable battery life.
• SkyTrak has been around a while now and has been through several firmware updates that make it a rock-solid launch monitor and simulator!

SkyTrak Launch Monitor Home Setup Requirements

• Indoor/Outdoor: Technically, as long as you have enough room to safely swing a golf club, you have enough room to use your SkyTrak system. This is an advantage over some other professional devices that require more space.

  An open space that is about 10' x 10' and 9 feet high is recommended.

Get Started on Your SkyTrak Home Setup

Find full descriptions of our PlayBetter complete SIG simulator studio packages in the section below. Or go directly to our SkyTrak golf home simulator packages page.

Just want the best golf practice net to use with your mobile device, flatscreen, PC, or projector? Jump to the Net Return section below for all the details!