The R50 is the simplest premium simulator setup: a camera unit that measures spin and runs the software on its built-in touchscreen. Club data needs stickers on the face, and courses need a $99.99 yearly membership.
Key specs
| Approach R50 | |
|---|---|
| Price | $4,999.99 |
| Technology | Camera with built-in 10-inch screen |
| Where it works | Indoor and outdoor |
| Room depth | About 10 ft |
| Spin | Measured |
| Club data | With face stickers |
| Plan needed | $99.99/yr for courses |
What it measures
The R50 is camera-based and measures spin directly. Club data requires stickers on the club face.
Room and setup
It sits beside the ball, so it suits rooms about 10 ft deep. The 10-inch touchscreen means no PC or tablet is needed.
Subscription and real cost
Home Tee Hero courses need a Garmin Golf membership at $99.99 a year, bringing three-year cost to about $5,300.
This review is based on Garmin's published specifications, independent accuracy testing and owner reports, compared against the other launch monitors we track. We'll add our own hitting notes as our testing progresses.
Questions
Does the R50 need a computer?
No. It runs simulator rounds on its own 10-inch screen.
How is it different from the R10?
The R10 is a $499.99 radar unit with calculated spin; the R50 is a $4,999.99 camera unit with measured spin and a built-in screen.
