Thanks David! Based on all of this, my best pick would probably be the Garmin R50. It’s the only one of all of those that has the driving range (or their sim software) right on the screen.

The user interface is fantastic, and it’s arguably the most fun to actually use in this price range.

Downside is the app isn’t great. So if you’re really wanting to analyze and dig into data between sessions and over long term, it’s not as good for that as say the gc3s, uneekor eye mini, or skytrak+.

But based on the info I have, I think you’d be really happy with r50.

I wanted to get your advice on my situation. I want to build a launch monitor setup in my backyard, with a net and hitting mat.

I don’t have much room between the net and the mat, so I think a camera-based launch monitor would be the way to go.

I’m not so worried about having an advanced PC set up, playing courses, or high-end graphics.

A camera-based launch monitor, that gives accurate data, has a driving range feature on the launch monitor screen or on my iPhone/iPad, has no/minimal subscription, and is preferably under $5,000 or under would be perfect for me.

Based on this information, what would be your top choice?

Appreciate any help you can offer!

I’ve watched your videos on the Uneekor Eye Mini, and greatly appreciate your insights and comments.

I live in Australia, and at this time I can buy a Uneekor Eye Mini Lite for $5,500. I understand that the Lite version doesn’t have a built in screen, which isn’t a problem because we’ll be using it in our home simulator, and doesn’t provide all of the metrics to match a couple of the photographs provided of the face angle etc. It also isn’t portable.

I also understand that the Lite uses the same processor as the Eye Mini, so I am satisfied with the reported quality of the processor, the data points and the visuals.

So, I’m wondering if you’ve had any exposure to the Lite version, and if so, what your opinion is as a monitor that will be used for game improvement and simulated golf.

Thank you & best wishes
Pete

1. I’m left-handed and my son is right-handed.
2. We have a small footprint to put this up.
3. We’re an Apple house. So all macs. I do have a MacMini M1 that I was hoping to use.

So what would you suggest? I understand that moving the LM back and forth from left to right could be a hassle, but then I think it saves on space by not having to have the LM behind us.

Thanks for the response. Right now I’m leaning towards the R10 with Awesome Golf as you suggest, as it does appear that we can each use the R10 with our own accounts if we want. Seems like if you’re using the special balls with either unit, the key benefit to the MLM2PRO is really the ability to view the cameras, etc, and if this doesn’t work for multiple users, R10 probably makes the most sense (from a cost perspective, too)

Honestly, it depends a bit on how you intend to use it. Most of the devices under $1k are geared towards a single user at a time when using the built in software. That said, if you use 3rd party software like e6 or Awesome Golf, it makes it much easier to have multiple users at a time. So while I haven’t tested with 3rd party options outside of e6, I think the MLM2PRO would still be good fore that. The R10 with Awesome Golf is another one I’d consider for sure.

The confusion is real on making a choice. And it seems to only get worse the more I look. So any help would be a god-send. What I would like may not be possible with a limited budget, but here is my wish list.

1) At this stage of my game some of the numbers are just numbers, some without a lot of meaning. So accuracy is not as important at this point. Can’t say I consistently hit anything the same way twice anyway.
2) Back yard is the only option at this time. No indoor space tall enough or big enough.
3) I have just purchased (came today) a 10x10x10 hitting net with the hopes of adding a sim before it or myself falls apart. I hope to get it together later this weekend and start getting in some swings. lol.
4) Most importantly, I want to (must) be able to play multi-player with my children and grandchildren. I’ll play solo when I have too.
5) I have a laptop PC that should be able to handle most of todays software and open to purchasing an iPad if necessary.
6) At this stage of my game, a limited number of courses will be fine for the (fore)seeable future. The way I play I’ll see a different part of the course every round for quite some time.
7) If I can talk my 2 sons into sharing the cost… might could stretch the budget a little. So a good and better option would be great.

I hope this is enough information to at least narrow down the choices a bit. With the main goal being entertainment, my game will have to improve from the practice. Won’t it?

Thanks for any insight you can provide.

Appreciate your site and your channel. I enjoyed your video/analysis of the best launch monitors under $1000 but wanted to add a wrinkle and get your thoughts.

I’m interested in buying one of these for the family to use. MLM2Pro was my first choice, but further research is showing that this is really geared towards a single user. Do you have a recommendation for multi-user launch monitor?

The SC200i is certainly good enough for casual sessions. But I’d splurge and go for the SC4, everything is better than the SC200, plus loads more features.

The Rapsodo MLM will do this at the lowest price. Hitting into a net, wont provide the best accuracy though. I’d consider spending a little more and going with MLM2PRO or SC4.