SkyTrak Plus Review -- best suited for Most home builds, fixed indoor bay. Available for ~$1,995. Skip it if outdoor range use is priority.
The SkyTrak Plus is the default recommendation for most home simulator builds and it earns that position clearly. At ~$1,995 on clearance pricing, it delivers measured spin, accurate ball data, and compatibility with every major simulator platform at a price point that used to get you a mid-range radar monitor. The ST MAX has replaced it at full retail, but SkyTrak Plus units are still widely available and represent exceptional value.
It's a camera monitor that measures at impact — which means it works in 12ft rooms where radar monitors don't, produces consistent indoor results regardless of room depth, and doesn't require careful alignment each session. For homeowners building a fixed indoor bay, the workflow is straightforward: position it, calibrate once, and it works reliably session after session.
Who should buy this
Buy this if
- Room depth is 12–16ft — camera monitor is the right technology
- Budget is $1,500–$2,500 for the monitor
- You want compatibility with GSPro, E6, TGC, and other platforms
- Indoor-first setup — this is what it's designed for
- You want measured spin, not estimated
Skip this if
- Outdoor driving range use is your primary need — poor outdoor performance
- Budget stretches to $3,499 and you do coach work — get Bushnell Launch Pro
- Room is 16ft+ and you want no subscription — consider Mevo Gen 2
Plain English verdict
The SkyTrak Plus hits the sweet spot for serious home simulator builders who aren't doing professional coaching or fitting work. It gives you measured ball data including spin, connects to all the software you'd want, and works reliably in the short rooms that dominate home builds. The clearance pricing makes it significantly better value than it was at full retail.
The subscription is the only real friction. At $199–$699/year depending on your software tier, over five years you're spending $1,000–$3,500 on top of the hardware. The Mevo Gen 2 at $1,299 with no subscription is worth comparing if your room is 16ft+ and software cost matters to you. But for 12ft rooms, the SkyTrak Plus has no direct competition at this price.
Performance scores
- Ball data accuracy
- Club data accuracy
- Indoor consistency
- Software ecosystem
- Setup ease
- Value for money
Full specifications
| Technology | High-speed camera (photometric) |
| Ball metrics | Ball speed, launch angle, launch direction, spin rate (measured), spin axis, carry, total distance, apex, curve |
| Club metrics | Club head speed, smash factor — basic only (estimated) |
| Min room depth | 12ft from screen face to hitting position |
| Outdoor use | Poor — camera struggles in direct sunlight |
| Compatible software | GSPro, E6 Connect, TGC 2019, WGT, Creative Golf, Awesome Golf |
| Annual subscription | $199–$699/yr depending on software tier |
| PC/tablet required | Yes — iPad or Windows PC |
| Connectivity | WiFi |
| Status | Clearance — replaced by ST MAX at full retail |
| Warranty | 1 year limited |
SkyTrak Plus vs Bushnell Launch Pro
The most common comparison at this price tier. Both are camera-based, both work in 12ft rooms. The key difference is club data quality:
| Feature | SkyTrak Plus | Bushnell Launch Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$1,995 (clearance) | ~$3,499 |
| Club data | Basic (estimated) | Excellent (measured) |
| Ball data | Excellent | Excellent |
| Software options | More flexibility | Good, Foresight ecosystem |
| Annual cost | $199–$699/yr | $150–$600/yr |
| Verdict | Best overall value | Better for coach work |
For recreational practice and simulator golf, SkyTrak Plus is the better value. For structured coaching or fitting work where face angle and dynamic loft matter, Bushnell Launch Pro is worth the premium.
SkyTrak Plus vs Mevo Gen 2
| Feature | SkyTrak Plus | Mevo Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$1,995 | ~$1,299 |
| Technology | Camera | Radar + camera |
| Min room depth | 12ft | 16ft |
| Subscription | $199–$699/yr | None |
| Outdoor use | Poor | Excellent |
| Verdict | Short rooms, full software | Long rooms, no subscription |
Frequently asked questions
- Is SkyTrak Plus being discontinued?
- It's on clearance pricing as SkyTrak has moved to the ST MAX as their current flagship. SkyTrak Plus units are still widely available and fully supported. The clearance pricing makes it significantly better value than before — this isn't a reason to avoid it, it's a reason to buy it now while stock lasts.
- What's the minimum room I need?
- 12ft from the screen face to your hitting position. The SkyTrak Plus measures at impact using its camera, so room depth doesn't restrict it the way radar monitors are restricted. Ceiling height should be 9ft minimum at your hitting position.
- Do I need GSPro or E6 — which software should I use?
- Both work well with SkyTrak Plus. GSPro has a much larger community course library (200,000+ user courses) at ~$250/year. E6 has better official course licensing (Pebble Beach, Augusta) at up to $500/year. Most serious users end up with both. Start with GSPro if you're undecided.
- How does the subscription work?
- The SkyTrak Plus hardware works standalone for basic ball flight data. The subscription unlocks simulator software integration and additional features. The annual cost varies by tier — budget $200–$700/year depending on which software you want to run. This is in addition to any third-party software (GSPro, E6) subscription costs.
- Should I buy SkyTrak Plus or wait for ST MAX?
- At clearance pricing the SkyTrak Plus is better value than the ST MAX at full retail. Unless you specifically need the features added in the ST MAX (improved club data, updated hardware), the Plus at clearance price is the smarter buy right now.