The VTrack lists more club data (9 parameters against 1). Only the Garmin Approach R50 is listed for outdoor use as well as indoors. The VTrack mounts on the ceiling, so left- and right-handed golfers can share it without moving it. The VTrack's listed plan is cheaper ($0/year against $100/year).
Side by side
| Specification | Garmin Approach R50 | VTrack |
|---|---|---|
| Tracking | Camera | Camera |
| Detail | Three high-speed cameras | Two high-speed cameras at 1,800 fps with infrared |
| Placement | Beside the ball | Ceiling, in front of the ball |
| Room depth (FOREference) | 13.5–15.5 ft | 13.5–15.5 ft |
| Stated ceiling | — | 8 ft 10 in minimum, 10 ft ideal |
| Spin | Measured | Measured |
| Ball data listed | 9 | 12 |
| Club data listed | 1 | 9 |
| Indoor / outdoor | Both | Indoor |
| Ball marking | Not required | Not required (any ball) |
| Display | Built-in 10-inch touchscreen; HDMI out to a projector or TV | Windows PC required |
| Subscription | Garmin Golf membership (about $100/year) for Home Tee Hero's 43,000+ courses | None for VTrack Range |
| Weight | 9 lb | 24.6 lb |
| Price seen | $5,000 | $5,000 |
Highlighted rows differ. Figures come from each product's sources; room depth, distances and brightness are FOREference calculations using the same method for both.
Which should you choose?
Garmin Approach R50
Choose the Garmin Approach R50 if you also want to use it at the range.
VTrack
Choose the VTrack if you want club delivery data (path, face, loft) or you want a clear floor or share the room with a left-handed golfer.
Before you buy either
- Check the room: room size calculator and ceiling height calculator.
- Confirm what each seller includes — accessories, software trials and bundles change often.
- Read the limitations on each full reference page.
FOREference compares published specifications; we have not tested these products side by side. How we work · Disclosure