The Mevo Gen2 is a radar unit that sits behind you; the ST MAX is a camera unit that sits beside the ball. Their prices are close, but their rooms are not.
Side by side
| Mevo Gen2 | ST MAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,299 | $1,695 |
| Technology | Radar + camera | Dual radar + photometric camera |
| Room depth | About 16 ft | About 10 ft |
| Outdoors | Yes | Mat only |
| Attack angle | Yes | No |
| Yearly plan | None | $99.99 Essential |
| Three-year cost | $1,299 | About $1,995 |
The room decides
If your hitting space is less than about 16 ft deep, the ST MAX is the answer, because it reads the ball from beside you. With more depth, the Mevo Gen2 becomes the better value, and it doubles as a range tool.
As a simulator
The ST MAX is the more turnkey simulator, with complete studio packages from SkyTrak. The Mevo Gen2 includes eight E6 courses and needs no plan, but you'll assemble the rest of the setup yourself.
Which should you buy?
You have about 16 ft of depth, want to use it outdoors too, and don't want a yearly plan.
Your room is shallow, or you want a complete simulator package.
Questions
Which is cheaper to own?
The Mevo Gen2, at $1,299 with no plan, versus about $1,995 for the ST MAX with three years of Essential.
