Let's Talk Ceiling Height for Your Garage Golf Simulator
Got dreams of putting a golf simulator in your garage, but wondering if you've got the ceiling height to make that dream a reality? In this article we go over everything you will want to consider with regard to ceiling height in a golf simulator setup and more.
The minimum golf simulator ceiling height is 8.5-9 feet, although, depending on your height and your golf swing, 10 feet is a much more comfortable option.
You need to be able to swing fully and freely with no anxiety about hitting the ceiling. Furthermore, you need to consider the space requirements of all your simulator equipment and your golf launch monitor of choice.
Read on to get all the details you'll want to take into consideration when sizing up your space for your home golf simulator setup.
Table of Contents
What Is the Ideal Garage Ceiling Height for a Golf Simulator?
Things to Consider for Your Garage Golf Setup
Ceiling Height and Space Needed for a SkyTrak Home Golf Simulator
Ceiling Height and Space Needed for a Garmin Approach R10 Garage Golf Simulator
Ceiling Height for a Golf Simulator Using the FlightScope Mevo Plus
Ceiling Height for a Bushnell Launch Pro Garage Golf Simulator
What Is the Ideal Garage Ceiling Height for a Golf Simulator?
In a nutshell, at least 10 feet is the ideal ceiling height in a garage golf simulator. Although, you might get by with 9 feet.
Several factors make a 10-foot ceiling height for your home golf simulator the best choice. First, most launch monitors with simulation require a minimum of 8.5-9 feet. Second, it will depend on your individual height and the height of anyone you might want to play with you in your home golf set up. If you or one of your pals has a high swing, you may be limited.
Another reason is that a lower ceiling could have the effect of causing you to flatten your swing, which would defeat the purpose of practicing to play better at home. It won't do much good to practice and play games on your home simulator if it negatively impacts your golf game. And if you want to be able to go full swing on those power shots with a driverāpart of the justification for having a golf simulator at homeāyou don't want to be limited by your ceiling height. Youāll need the high point of your swing plus 6-12 inches of headroom to make comfortable swings.
Finally, at PlayBetter, we sell sim packages and enclosures for several spaces and the recommended space requirements are as follows:
PlayBetter SIG8 Golf Simulator Package & Enclosure:
- 10' Width
- 16' Length
- 9' Height
PlayBetter SIG10 Golf Simulator Package & Enclosure:
- 12' Width
- 18' Length
- 9' Height
PlayBetter SIG12 Golf Simulator Package & Enclosure:
- 14' Width
- 20' Length
- 10' Height
As you can see, the minimum space requirement for the 2 smaller enclosures is 9 feet, and the large one is 10 feet. If you do have a smaller space, you can certainly make it work, if you don't think you'll be wary of the ceiling and adjust your swing because of your unease.
PlayBetter also offers 2 impact screens (without enclosures) that are more budget-freindly for DIY golf simulators that come in a variety of sizes starting at 7'x7' with varying aspect ratios. To see all the options, check out the
SIG Preferred Golf Simulator Impact Screen with Finished Edges
SIG Premium Golf Simulator Impact Screen with Finished Edges
PlayBetter SIG8 Enclosure Dimensions
PlayBetter SIG10 Enclosure Dimensions
Things to Consider for Your Garage Golf Setup
- How high do you swing? Youāll need the high point of your swing plus 6-12 inches of headroom to make comfortable swings.
- Think about how high your friends who might be joining you swing as well.
- What is the minimum ceiling height recommended for your golf launch monitor?
- The space recommendations for your other simulator equipment, including impact screen, enclosure, and projector with an associated mount.
- How anxious you are about hitting the ceiling with your backswing, or the possiblity of your swing altering because of a low ceiling.
- A ceiling that is too tall could pose problems for mounting your projector.
- The tallest components of your garage golf simulator: your swing, your projector mount, the outer boarder of your golf simulator enclosure.
- How much room do you need to swing fully inside?
- The absolute lowest ceiling height for a garage golf simulator is 8.5ā9 feet, although most will recommend higher. A 10-foot ceiling height allows a more comfortable experience.
- If it's in your budget, will it be worth it to raise your garage ceiling?
- If you have the absolute minimum ceiling height in your garage golf simulator (8.5ā9 feet), you could forego using full swinging with your driver and maximize your practice with fairway woods, irons, and wedges.
- Remember to consider room length and width per your golf launch monitor recommendations. We give you these in the sections below.
- The mounting position of your projector for you golf simulator will need to be positioned out of the way of your swing, in a place that wonāt cast shadows on the screen.
PlayBetter SIG12 Enclosure Dimensions
Ceiling Height for a SkyTrak Golf Simulator
Turn after work, the winter season, or a random sick day into your own golfer's paradise with the SkyTrak golf launch monitor and home simulator. It's 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!
Space Requirements for a SkyTrak Indoor Golf Simulator
Per SkyTrak, 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. (That's because it is camera-based).
An open space that is about 10' x 10' and 9 feet high is recommended.
If you opt for a PlayBetter SIG8 SkyTrak Golf Simulator Package, the enclosure is 10' wide, 16' long, and 9' high. It also comes with a 5'x5' or 4'x7' golf mat and 8'2"W x 8'D of Landing Pad Turf.
In PlayBetter SIG10 SkyTrak Golf Simulator Package, the enclosure is 12' wide, 18' long, and 9' high. It also comes with a 5'x5', 4'x7', or 4'x10' golf mat and 10'7"W x 8'D of Landing Pad Turf.
In PlayBetter SIG12 SkyTrak Golf Simulator Package, the enclosure is 14' wide, 20' long, and 10' high. It also comes with a 5'x5', 4'x7', or 4'x10' golf mat and 12'W x 9'D Landing Pad Turf. So a more than 10-foot ceiling would be optimal for this largest option.
Check out the more budget-freindly SIG Preferred Golf Simulator Impact Screen or the SIG Premium Golf Simulator Impact Screen if you're looking to DIY your garage golf simulator.
For more details about the SkyTrak home golf simulator, check out the features in our golf launch monitor comparison chart below or click on any of the links to the product page. Also, feel free to email us anytime with questions!
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Ceiling Height for a Garmin Approach R10 Golf Simulator
At PlayBetter, we waited for Garmin to throw a serious hat in the launch monitor game. And the Garmin Approach R10 straight blew us away, most notably for its unprecedented price tag of only $600! The golf launch monitor side of it gives you a ridiculous amount of performance data parametersāincluding club path metrics only previously available in much more expensive models that are not realistically affordable for most golfers. Factor in the simulation available through Garmin's Home Tee Hero and E6 Connect, and this very affordable, portable, easy-to-use device is a no-brainer for folks on a budget or otherwise.
Space Requirements for an Approach R10 Garage Golf Simulator
You'll need to place the R10 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.
If you opt for a PlayBetter SIG8 Approach R10 Golf Simulator Package, the enclosure is 10' wide, 16' long, and 9' high. It also comes with a 5'x5' or 4'x7' golf mat and 8'2"W x 8'D of Landing Pad Turf.
In PlayBetter SIG10 Approach R10 Golf Simulator Package, the enclosure is 12' wide, 18' long, and 9' high. It also comes with a 5'x5', 4'x7', or 4'x10' golf mat and 10'7"W x 8'D of Landing Pad Turf.
In PlayBetter SIG12 Approach R10 Golf Simulator Package, the enclosure is 14' wide, 20' long, and 10' high. It also comes with a 5'x5', 4'x7', or 4'x10' golf mat and 12'W x 9'D Landing Pad Turf. So a more than 10-foot ceiling would be optimal for this largest option.
Check out the more budget-freindly SIG Preferred Golf Simulator Impact Screen or the SIG Premium Golf Simulator Impact Screen if you're looking to DIY your garage golf simulator.
For more details about the Garmin Approach R10, check out the features in our golf launch monitor comparison chart below or click on any of the links to the product page. Also, feel free to email us anytime with questions!
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Ceiling Height for a FlightScope Mevo+ Golf Simulator
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.
Space Requirements for a Mevo Plus Home Golf Simulator
Requires a space of at least 16'ā8' from sensor to tee and 8' minimum distance to net/screen. (7' recommended for putting) and 10 feet of height.
If you opt for a PlayBetter SIG8 FlightScope Mevo+ Golf Simulator Package, the enclosure is 10' wide, 16' long, and 9' high. It also comes with a 5'x5' or 4'x7' golf mat and 8'2"W x 8'D of Landing Pad Turf.
In PlayBetter SIG10 FlightScope Mevo+ Golf Simulator Package, the enclosure is 12' wide, 18' long, and 9' high. It also comes with a 5'x5', 4'x7', or 4'x10' golf mat and 10'7"W x 8'D of Landing Pad Turf.
In PlayBetter SIG12 FlightScope Mevo+ Golf Simulator Package, the enclosure is 14' wide, 20' long, and 10' high. It also comes with a 5'x5', 4'x7', or 4'x10' golf mat and 12'W x 9'D Landing Pad Turf. So a more than 10-foot ceiling would be optimal for this largest option.
Check out the more budget-freindly SIG Preferred Golf Simulator Impact Screen or the SIG Premium Golf Simulator Impact Screen if you're looking to DIY your garage golf simulator.
For more details about the FlightScope Mevo Plus, check out the features in our golf launch monitor comparison chart below or click on any of the links to the product page. Also, feel free to email us anytime with questions!
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Ceiling Height for a Bushnell Launch Pro Golf Simulator
Bushnell Golf is entering the personal launch monitor space with the Launch Pro. And they're bringing the big dawgs of golf launch monitor technology with themāForesight Sports. Think about it ... Who's had their golf laser rangefinders in the hands of pros at the PGA Championship? That would be Bushnell Golf. And whose GC Quad launch monitor is often seen with practicing PGA Tour professionals? You guessed it, Foresight's. And these 2 highly trusted golf brands are bringing their top technology to a broader audience that need and want it mostāaverage golfers.
Space Requirements for a Bushnell Launch Pro Home Golf Simulator
Ensure that you have 13 feet of depth to track ball flight, at least 6 feet of width, and enough ceiling height to safely swing your club.
If you opt for to pair your Bushnell Launch Pro with a PlayBetter SIG8 Golf Simulator Package, the enclosure is 10' wide, 16' long, and 9' high. It also comes with a 5'x5' or 4'x7' golf mat and 8'2"W x 8'D of Landing Pad Turf.
In a PlayBetter SIG10 Golf Simulator Package, the enclosure is 12' wide, 18' long, and 9' high. It also comes with a 5'x5', 4'x7', or 4'x10' golf mat and 10'7"W x 8'D of Landing Pad Turf.
In the PlayBetter SIG12 Golf Simulator Package, the enclosure is 14' wide, 20' long, and 10' high. It also comes with a 5'x5', 4'x7', or 4'x10' golf mat and 12'W x 9'D Landing Pad Turf. So a more than 10-foot ceiling would be optimal for this largest option.
Check out the more budget-freindly SIG Preferred Golf Simulator Impact Screen or the SIG Premium Golf Simulator Impact Screen if you're looking to DIY your garage golf simulator.
For more details about the Bushnell Launch Pro, check out the features in our golf launch monitor comparison chart below or click on any of the links to the product page. Also, feel free to email us anytime with questions!
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PlayBetter Golf Launch Monitor & Simulator Comparison Chart
| Garmin Approach R10 | Bushnell Launch Pro | Swing Caddie SC300i | Rapsodo | SkyTrak | FlightScope Mevo | FlightScope Mevo+ | |
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Release |
2021 |
2022 |
2021 |
2019 |
2015 |
2017 |
2020 |
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Metrics |
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Battery |
10 hours |
5ā7 hours |
12 hours |
8 hours |
5 hours |
4 hours |
2 hours |
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Water |
IPX7 |
? |
? |
Not water resistant |
None |
? |
? |
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Game |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
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Compatible |
Yes: Garmin Golf |
Yes: FSX |
No |
No |
Yes: WGT, The Golf |
No |
Yes: TruGolf |
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Track Club |
Yes |
? |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Comp- |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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