Garmin Approach R10 vs Rapsodo MLM2PRO vs Swing Caddie SC4 Comparison

The new Rapsodo MLM2PRO is set to be available starting March 31. And when that happens, the Garmin Approach R10 will no longer be the only golf launch monitor with simulation for under $1,000. Once the Swing Caddie SC4 joins the game (expected in March), you will have three choices in this category. Let's find out what makes this new Rapsodo lauch monitor a worthy competitor.

Shared Features with Garmin R10 & Swing Caddie SC4

All of these portable launch monitors offer:

• At least the biggies when it comes to metrics.
• Golf simulation and compatibility with third-party software.
• Very good golf app experiences that give you a variety of data visualization and video of your swing with overlay.
• And although they all use Doppler radar-based technology, the 2023 Rapsodo is the only one that integrates two built-in, high-speed cameras to offer more swing analyzation. We also have to imagine this improves accuracy.
• And now, like the SC4 and R10, the new MLM2PRO can be used with iOS and Android devices.
• None of these golf devices support putting.

MLM2PRO Standout Features

• High Speed Cameras + Doppler Radar will likely offer unbeatable accuracy in this category.
• The way you get to see and analyze your swing with this launch monitor is game-changing at this price range.
• Impact Vision uses a high-speed camera that captures 240 frames per second for slow-motion view of your club path and contact point.
• Shot Vision through the second camera allows you to see swing videos complete with shot-tracer for visualization of ball flight. Watch your swings in slow-motion replay and immediately pair the feeling of your swing with the outcome of your shot.
• Get Dual Vision for down-the-line plus face-on swing replay when paired with your device.

• Comes with 3 specially designed Callaway® RPT™ Chrome Soft X® golf balls.

Any Downsides?

• Most expensive of the 3 launch monitors in this category—but that's if we're splitting hairs.
• Requires premium membership for most features beyond basic metrics. First year is free, but after that it will cost you $200/year to get features like spin metrics, Dual Camera, Impact Vision, cloud video storage, slow motion replay, spin metrics, and Rapsodo driving range and courses. That's most of the features, so you'll have to be cool with the yearly subscription.
• No built-in display.

MLM2PRO Price: $699.99

The wow-factor with the 2023 Swing Caddie SC4 is that for only $50 more, Voice Caddie took the highly accurate SC300i, gave it a sleek redesign and added golf simulation and two more metrics. To top it off, it even beat Garmin in the price category. Let's see what you can expect from this golf launch monitor newcomer.

Shared Features with Garmin R10 & MLM2PRO

All of these portable launch monitors offer:

• All the biggies when it comes to metrics.
• Golf simulation and compatibility with third-party software.
• Very good golf app experiences that give you various data visualization and video of your swing with that data.
• Doppler radar-based technology.
• Compatibility with iOS and Android devices.
• None of these golf devices support putting.

SC4 Standout Features

• The only launch monitor in this category that has a display to show your stats and that can be used without the golf app.
• The SC4 has a handy remote control.
• Comes with a free simulator driving range demo.
• Voice output for distance.
• It's the most affordable in this category.
• The app is free—no subscription that we are aware of so far.

Any Downsides?

• Currently, the thrid-party simulation may be limited to the MySwingCaddie app and E6 Connect. But like the Garmin R10, it's likely that more will be added.
• No built-in camera.

Swing Caddie SC4 Price: $549.99

Since mid-2021, Garmin has been adding awesomeness to this super-portable golf launch monitor. As far as simulation goes, they've tacked on compatibility with Awesome Golf and TGC 2019 software. You get a free 5-pack bundle of E6 Connect courses, and while it does have a very affordable premium membership, you get quite a bit out of the free Garmin Golf app.

Shared Features with Swing Caddie SC4 & MLM2PRO

All of these portable launch monitors offer:

• All the biggies when it comes to metrics.
• Golf simulation and compatibility with third-party software.
• Very good golf app experiences that give you various data visualization and video of your swing with that data.
• Doppler radar-based technology
• Compatibility with iOS and Android devices.
• None of these golf devices support putting.

Approach R10 Standout Features

• Offers the most data points of the three, including Club Path metrics and spin.
• Offers the most third-party simulation software compatibility (E6 Connect, Awesome Golf, TGC 2019).
• Pinseeker app compatible.
• Compatible with Titleist golf balls with Radar Capture Technology.
• Only $99/year or $9.99/month for the Garmin Golf app premium membership that gives you Home Tee Hero (Garmin's simulation on 42K+ golf courses), Green Contours data, and video storage.
• But here's what you get free with the app:
  • Upload scorecards from a compatible device
  • Review shot history from a compatible device
  • Review performance stats
  • Participate in weekly leaderboards
  • Create tournaments
  • Save driving range sessions from a compatible device
  • 30-day Garmin Golf membership trial
  • Plus all the R10 data points
• Garmin is constantly updating for this device.

Any Downsides?

• It does still have a membership for premium golf simulation.
• No display or built-in camera.
• Must have the app to use it.

Garmin Approach R10 Price: $599.99

Now that we've covered what's the same, what's different, and what's special about these golf launch monitors/simlators for under $1,000—we hope you have a better understanding of which one would best suit your home golf setup.

Some things to keep in mind are:

• All of these GLMs are radar-based, which for indoor golf, tend to be just slightly less accurate than the more expensive camera-based options like the SkyTrak and the Bushnell Launch Pro. But that it the minor trade-off for making these golf devices more affordable and accessible to everyone.
• It is possible that more third-party simulation software compatibility will be added to any of these devices.
• Neither the Rapsodo MLM2PRO or Swing Caddie SC4 is out yet, and we expect to learn a lot more about them. Sign up for our newsletter, At the Turn, or follow us on social media (in footer) to know when we put out expert reviews, comprehensive buying guides, and more!