Golf Gear Lab decision guide · UK
Launch monitor subscription vs no subscription: what will you really pay?
Purchase price is only the start for some launch-monitor setups. The useful comparison is what you can do without an ongoing plan, which features require software, and the likely first- and three-year cost for the way you intend to use it.
Quick route: start with the way you will actually use the technology, then compare products. That avoids paying for features that do not solve your problem.
See subscription costsOur dedicated guide to launch-monitor software and ongoing costs.Compare simulator softwareSoftware choice can be a separate recurring cost.Return to launch monitorsChoose hardware after deciding how much ongoing cost you will accept.
Use total ownership cost, not the sticker price
| Cost | Check before buying |
|---|---|
| Hardware | Current UK purchase price from a reliable retailer. |
| Required accessories | Tripod, special balls, hitting mat, net/screen, tablet or computer where relevant. |
| Launch-monitor plan | Which functions remain available without a paid membership? |
| Simulator software | Is third-party software optional, included or an additional subscription? |
| Three-year cost | Add only costs that apply to the way you will actually use the system. |
A low headline hardware price can hide a more expensive ownership path, so add every cost that applies to the way you will use the system.