Launch Monitors
SkyTrak+ Review
The updated version of the original SkyTrak. Adds radar to the camera system for better accuracy. The most popular all-in-one simulator monitor under $3,000.
Quick Summary
Pros
- +Dual sensor (camera plus radar) improves accuracy
- +Huge software ecosystem with E6 Connect, GSPro, WGT
- +Large community of users for support and tips
- +Works very well indoors without special lighting
- +Reliable shot detection
- +Good resale value
Cons
- −SkyTrak software subscription adds ongoing cost ($199/year for Play+)
- −Club head data requires higher tier subscription
- −Positioned next to the ball, not directly behind, needs alignment
- −New firmware updates occasionally cause connectivity issues
Full Review
SkyTrak built their reputation on the original SkyTrak launch monitor, which was the first sub-$2,000 device to offer genuine simulator-quality data. The SkyTrak+ adds a Doppler radar module to the original camera system. This dual-sensor approach improves accuracy on spin rate and gives the unit better performance in indoor settings where camera-only devices can struggle. The SkyTrak+ is the most commonly recommended launch monitor for golfers building their first serious home simulator. It works with the SkyTrak software (subscription required), E6 Connect, WGT Golf, and GSPro. The software ecosystem is more mature than most competitors at this price.
Specifications
| Technology | Photometric camera + Doppler radar |
| Position | Side-mounted, 12 inches from ball |
| Ball Data | Ball speed, launch angle, launch direction, spin rate, spin axis, backspin, sidespin, carry, total distance |
| Club Data | Club head speed, face angle, face to path (subscription dependent) |
| Connectivity | WiFi, Bluetooth |
| Battery | 5 hours |
| Weight | 1.4 lbs |
| Indoor Outdoor | Both |
| App Compatibility | SkyTrak app, E6 Connect, GSPro, WGT Golf, TGC2019 |
Who Is This For?
The SkyTrak+ is the safe choice for a home golf simulator in the $3,000 price bracket. You get accurate data, a massive software library, and a large user community to help you troubleshoot. If you want the absolute best accuracy at this price, the Bushnell Launch Pro edges it out. But for all-round usability, SkyTrak wins.
Our Verdict
The SkyTrak+ is the safe choice for a home golf simulator in the $3,000 price bracket. You get accurate data, a massive software library, and a large user community to help you troubleshoot. If you want the absolute best accuracy at this price, the Bushnell Launch Pro edges it out. But for all-round usability, SkyTrak wins.
SkyTrak+
Score: 91/100
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