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Garmin Approach R50 with PlayBetter SimStudio™ COMPLETE Package | Golf Simulator Studio with Impact Screen, Enclosure, Side Barriers, Hitting/Putting Mats, Projector & Wireless HDMI Transmitter

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 🎄 HOLIDAY SALE! $500 OFF APPROACH R50 SIMSTUDIO™ PACKAGES + FREE WIRELESS HDMI TRANSMITTER 🎅 Don't miss out - Order yours today! 🚨

BUILD THE GARMIN APPROACH R50 HOME STUDIO OF YOUR DREAMS with the PlayBetter SimStudio™ COMPLETE Package. The most advanced golf simulator & launch monitor ever built. Elite photometric ball & club metrics, a gorgeous 10" color touchscreen, HDMI port for instant projector connection (without PC). If you're looking for the best in the game, you've found it.

Package includes: Garmin Approach R50, Wireless HDMI Transmitter (FREE), Enclosure, Impact Screen, 5x5 Premium Hitting Mat, Putting/Landing Turf, Side Barriers & Optoma ZW350ST HD Golf Projector (option to upgrade to Optoma GT2000HDR to allow for keystoning).

Here are some other great Garmin Approach R50 options:

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Garmin Approach R50 with PlayBetter SimStudio™ COMPLETE Package | Golf Simulator Studio with Impact Screen, Enclosure, Side Barriers, Hitting/Putting Mats, Projector & Wireless HDMI Transmitter

Garmin Approach R50 with PlayBetter SimStudio™ COMPLETE Package | Golf Simulator Studio with Impact Screen, Enclosure, Side Barriers, Hitting/Putting Mats, Projector & Wireless HDMI Transmitter

by Garmin
PlayBetter is a trusted Authorized Dealer for this brand. All purchases are eligible for full manufacturer warranty protection.
$8,994.99
$8,994.99 - $9,994.99
$8,994.99
$8,494.99
$8,494.99 - $9,494.99
$8,494.99

Need Help?

Talk with an expert Need expert advice?

 🎄 HOLIDAY SALE! $500 OFF APPROACH R50 SIMSTUDIO™ PACKAGES + FREE WIRELESS HDMI TRANSMITTER 🎅 Don't miss out - Order yours today! 🚨

BUILD THE GARMIN APPROACH R50 HOME STUDIO OF YOUR DREAMS with the PlayBetter SimStudio™ COMPLETE Package. The most advanced golf simulator & launch monitor ever built. Elite photometric ball & club metrics, a gorgeous 10" color touchscreen, HDMI port for instant projector connection (without PC). If you're looking for the best in the game, you've found it.

Package includes: Garmin Approach R50, Wireless HDMI Transmitter (FREE), Enclosure, Impact Screen, 5x5 Premium Hitting Mat, Putting/Landing Turf, Side Barriers & Optoma ZW350ST HD Golf Projector (option to upgrade to Optoma GT2000HDR to allow for keystoning).

Here are some other great Garmin Approach R50 options:

Why Customers Trust PlayBetter.com for Home Golf Simulation

Pair the powerful Garmin Approach R50 with the easy-to-set-up, high-quality, and affordable PlayBetter SimStudio™. Available in 4 sizes and with an optional angled projector upgrade.

PlayBetter SimStudio™ Packages - What's the Difference?
Components DIY Essentials Complete
Enclosure, Screen, Frame ☑️ ☑️ ☑️
5x5 Hitting Mat Customizable ☑️ ☑️
Landing/Putting Turf Customizable ✖️ ☑️
Side Barriers Customizable ✖️ ☑️
Optoma ZW350ST Projector Customizable ☑️ ☑️
Optoma GT2000HDR Customizable ✖️ Optional Upgrade
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Everything You Need for a Garmin Approach R50 & PlayBetter SimStudio™ Home Golf Simulator Package

Everything You Need for a Garmin Approach R50 & PlayBetter SimStudio™ Home Golf Simulator Package

Gone are the days when creating a home golf haven meant breaking the bank. The PlayBetter SimStudio™ offers a fraction of the cost compared to just five years ago, providing you with unparalleled accessibility and enjoyment.

Tailored to Your Space

Worried about space constraints? Fret not! The PlayBetter SimStudio™ ensures a perfect fit for any available area in your home, whether it's the living room, basement, or garage.

Safety Assured, Quality Guaranteed

The PlayBetter SimStudio™ is constructed with high-quality materials, providing a secure environment for your practice sessions.

Projector Options

Powering the visuals is Optoma’s dependable ZW350ST, chosen for bright, HD clarity at a wallet‑friendly price; upgrade to the laser‑powered Optoma GT2000HDR to unlock keystone correction for off‑angle mounts and a 30,000‑hour light engine.

Available in 4:3 or 16:19 Resolution. Please note: Our product images are generated, actual projector dimensions may appear slightly different.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN EVERY PACKAGE?

Garmin Approach R50 Premium Golf Launch Monitor & Simulator

Carrying Case

AC Adapter, Power Cord & Club Stickers

Wireless HDMI Transmitter/Receiver (INCLUDED FREE)

Enclosure, Screen, and Frame

Built-to-last with a sturdy frame and high-impact stretch screen that makes installation easier and fits perfectly in your space

5x5 Hitting Mat

True-turf feel meets durability – cushioned enough for comfort, firm enough for all swing types.

Landing/Putting Turf

Seamlessly embedded for authentic short-game practice and smooth ball roll.

Side Barriers

Perfect addition to your enclosure. Offers 9.8ft in side barrier protection.

Optoma Golf Simulator Projector

Includes Optoma ZW350ST. Upgrade to the GT2000HDR for keystone correction and angled mounting.

Mounting (Floor or Ceiling)

Studio 8' is floor-mounted while the Studio 10', 12' & 13' are ceiling-mounted.

A golfer standing on a golf hitting mat holding a club looking down a the golf ball in front of a PlayBetter SimStudio

Find the Perfect Fit with 4 PlayBetter SimStudio™ Sizes

PlayBetter SimStudio8™ - Compact Powerhouse

  • Dimensions: 8' (Wide) x 7.5' (Tall) x 4' (Deep)
  • Best for: Small rooms, apartments, or tighter garage spaces.
  • Compact but still powerful; fits most standard ceiling heights.

PlayBetter SimStudio10™ - The Perfect Starter Size

  • Dimensions: 10' (Wide) x 8' 6" (Tall) x 5' 4" (Deep)
  • Best for: Garage bays or mid-sized rooms where you need a bit more hitting space.
  • A great balance between compact size and playability.

PlayBetter SimStudio12™ - Bigger Space, Bigger Swings

  • Dimensions: 12' (Wide) x 8' 6" (Tall) x 5' 4" (Deep)
  • Best for: Golfers who want a bit more breathing room for their full swing and side spin shots.
  • Great for larger garages, basements, or bonus rooms.

PlayBetter SimStudio13™ Deep - Full-Scale Golf Studio

  • Dimensions: 13' (Wide) x 10' (Tall) x 10' (Deep)
  • Best for: Dedicated golf rooms, commercial setups, or players who want full freedom of movement.
  • Deep and tall, perfect for simulator users who play with friends and family.

Why shop Garmin Approach R50 & PlayBetter SimStudio™ Home Golf Simulator Package with PlayBetter.com?

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Ships anywhere in USA + Arrives in regular boxes, not pallets!

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No Hassle Returns. Either you love it, or you return it.

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Thousands of happy golfers (and counting). You're in good hands.

The First-Ever Plug-and-Play Golf Simulator

Garmin has just made history (again!) with its new epic, all-in-one Approach R50 golf simulator and launch monitor. 

What’s so EPIC and ALL-IN-ONE about it?

You don’t need to be connected to a PC or mobile device to get data or play simulated golf on the R50. Let us say it a different way: All you have to do is push the power button on, and you can be teeing off at the first hole at Pebble Beach—or whatever course you choose from Garmin’s 43K+ library of real-world golf courses. You don’t even need an internet connection (you will for your initial setup & firmware updates—but that’s it). 

What’s more, this thing’s got a built-in 10-inch color touchscreen display, that is fully customizable, and that you can also play Garmin’s vastly improved Home Tee Hero virtual golf on—right on the device! 

Our golf guy, Marc, says the R50 golf simulator's display is “crisp, responsive, and easy on the eyes, even in bright sunlight.”

Want to get your virtual golf or your customized launch monitor data on a TV or impact screen? It’s as easy as plugging an HDMI cable into the TV or your projector.

Robust, Accurate Golf Launch Monitor Data—Right Out of the Box

First, let’s talk about what you get …

Ball Data:

  • Ball Speed
  • Launch Angle
  • Launch Direction
  • Spin Rate (measured, not calculated)
  • Spin Axis (measured, not calculated)
  • Smash Factor
  • Total Distance
  • Carry Distance
  • Total Deviation
  • Apex Height

Club Data:

  • Clubhead Speed
  • Path Angle
  • Angle of Attack
  • Face Angle
  • Face to Path

Now, let’s talk accuracy …

According to our golf reviewer, Marc, who was one of the first to spend some time with the R50, 

“I gotta say, I was incredibly impressed with the R50. I put it head-to-head against the Foresight Sports GC3, which I know is dead-on accurate. Across the board, the R50 was right there, within a yard or two, a degree or two, and a hundred-or-so RPMs on all of the data points. Very, very impressive!”

And finally, the Garmin R50’s unique data presentation … 

The R50 golf simulator display is fully customizable so you can see your data in multiple ways.

You can choose to see a map, complete with a ball tracer. Or data tiles that you can arrange in whatever order you’d like. You can also get club path, face angle, and spin visuals, showing you exactly how the ball is coming off the clubface for each individual shot. And the R50 automatically records a close-up impact video of each of your shots.

What’s really cool is that you can choose any of these looks as a full-screen display, or any combination of two as a split-screen. And it gets even more impressive when you plug the HDMI into a TV or projector and create even more ways to view your data and play!

Garmin R50’s Golf Simulator Options — Home Tee Hero & Third-Party Compatibility

Let’s zero in on what you can do simulator-wise with this epic golf launch monitor! 

You’ve already learned that you can make it the centerpiece of your home golf simulator setup, or take it anywhere—to the range, a buddy’s, to a net set up in your garage or backyard—and play virtual golf as well.

So, what kind of virtual golf can you get on this thing?

As of right now, you have four fantastic options (it’s possible Garmin will add more options later, like they did with the R10):

  • Home Tee Hero (Garmin’s proprietary sim software)
  • E6
  • GSPro
  • Awesome Golf

It’s important to note that you will need a PC and Wi-Fi connection to play third-party software—i.e., anything not Home Tee Hero. Third-party sim software will also require additional subscription costs.

Exclusively for the R50, Garmin has run its Home Tee Hero software through a technical boot camp, and it has come out the other side with much more realistic graphics and  improved mapping. Translation: it looks far more realistic. This upgrade will not trickle down to the Approach R10. It’s an R50 exclusive! All you need is a Garmin Premium Golf subscription, that is still only $9.99/month or $99.99/year!

Shockingly Easy to Setup! No Extra Materials or Professionals Needed.

Shockingly Easy to Setup! No Extra Materials or Professionals Needed.

You'll receive everything you need to set up your own home golf simulator studio. Plus, our studio can be set up in just a few hours! Compared to other setups that can take days.

No more researching and buying extra hardware. Our patented design snaps together with ease, ensuring you'll be hitting balls into it in no time at all.

Garmin Approach R50 & PlayBetter SimStudio™ Home Golf Simulator Package FAQs

How much is Home Tee Hero?

The improved Home Tee Hero (for R50 only) comes with a Garmin Golf membership. Golfers can compete with each other at over 43,000 virtual courses and participate in a weekly virtual tournament. The membership can be purchased through your profile settings and cost only $9.99/month or $99.99/year—a damn good deal!

Can I play third-party simulation, like GSPro, on the R50?

Yes, however, you will need a PC and whatever subscriptions apply. While connected to a wireless network, you can view all of your recorded shots in detailed, high-definition graphics on your compatible third-party simulator software. Simply select “Connect” on the home screen select the simulator app and follow the instructions.

Can you mirror the Garmin R50 display on an external display?

Yes! You can plug the R50 into a TV or Projector to mirror the display. Once plugged in, simply select “Mirror R50 Display” from the menu.

Can you change the view on the Garmin R50’s display & an external display?

Yes! You can change the view for both the launch monitor's display and a connected external display at any time or change what data appears on the map view. This involves selecting “R50 Display” or “External Display”. NOTE: During a virtual round, you must be connected to an external display to change the view. When connected to an external display, the map view appears on the external display, and you can select another view to appear on the launch monitor display.

Is there a split screen feature with the Garmin Approach R50?

Yes! You can select “Split Screen” for both the R50’s display and an external display, i.e., TV or projector.

Is the Garmin Approach R50 accurate?

Yes! Our in-house golf reviewer was very impressed when he tested it. He put it head-to-head against the Foresight Sports GC3, which is known for its dead-on accurate. Across the board, the R50 was right there, within a yard or two, a degree or two, and a hundred-or-so RPMs on all of the data points.

If I plug into a projector, does the projector control the resolution?

The output on the r50 for the HDMI is 1080p and the projector in the PlayBetter SimStudio™ is also1080p. You could use a 4K projector, but you won’t get a true 4K image (although our projectors have 4K upscaling which makes a 1080p signal a bit better). It is recommended that a user play with all the settings until they get an image they are happy with. Size of the screen and how far the projector is mounted away from the screen are key factors.

How Much Space Do I Need for Garmin Approach R50 & PlayBetter SimStudio™ Home Golf Simulator Package?

You'll want to take into account the ceiling height of your space not just for the enclosure, but to make sure you have enough room to swing a club! The sizes of the enclosures are below:

PlayBetter SimStudio Golf Simulator Bay Golf Enclosure

  • SimStudio8™: 8' (Wide) x 7.5' (Tall) x 4' (Deep)
  • SimStudio10™: 10' (Wide) x 8' 6" (Tall) x 5' 4" (Deep)
  • SimStudio12™: 12' (Wide) x 8' 6" (Tall) x 5' 4" (Deep)
  • SimStudio13™ Deep: 13' (Wide) x 10' (Tall) x 10' (Deep)

As for the length & width of your space - the main consideration is around the launch monitor you choose. Some launch monitors sit behind you (like the FlightScope Mevo+ and Garmin Approach R10) and require a certain amount of distance to the screen. Others (like the SkyTrak+ and Bushnell Launch Pro) sit directly to the side and require a few feet of space width-wise.

If you're unsure - contact our Golf Studio Team (or call 888-738-5527) and they'll be more than happy to help you out!

R50 Design Elements:

  • 10” Color Touchscreen Display
  • 3-Camera System (Photometric Launch Monitor)
  • Highly visible shot indicator light
  • Carry handle
  • HDMI & USB-C ports
  • Rechargeable battery and power adapter
  • Wi-Fi & BLE
  • 17” (H) x 12” (W) x 7” (D)

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