Room size: will the SkyTrak ST MAX fit?
The SkyTrak ST MAX sits on the floor beside the ball, facing the golfer. Camera units read the ball at impact, so the room depth only has to cover the golfer, safe ball-to-screen distance and a gap behind the screen.
| Dimension | What to plan for | How it's worked out |
|---|---|---|
| Depth, screen to back wall | 13.5 ft minimum · 15.5 ft comfortable | 1 ft screen gap + 8–10 ft ball to screen + 4.5 ft behind the ball for the backswing |
| Width, right-handed only | 11 ft minimum · 13 ft comfortable | Swing arc on both sides of the golfer plus the unit beside the ball |
| Width, left- and right-handed | 13 ft minimum | Centered hitting area so either stance fits |
Ceiling height for a full driver swing
| Golfer height | Estimated ceiling needed | Working |
|---|---|---|
| 5′6″ | 8′ 10″ | 66 in + 45.5 in × sin 45° + 1.5 in mat + 6 in margin |
| 5′10″ | 9′ 2″ | 70 in + 45.5 in × sin 45° + 1.5 in mat + 6 in margin |
| 6′2″ | 9′ 6″ | 74 in + 45.5 in × sin 45° + 1.5 in mat + 6 in margin |
| 6′5″ | 9′ 9″ | 77 in + 45.5 in × sin 45° + 1.5 in mat + 6 in margin |
FOREference calculationEstimated ceiling = golfer height + driver length × sin 45° + mat height + a safety margin. Steep, upright swings need more; test with a practice swing before you buy. Run your own numbers.
What it measures, and how
The listing shows 9 ball parameters and 6 club parameters. Spin is read directly from the ball, which matters most for wedges and curved shots.
| Group | Parameters listed by the seller |
|---|---|
| Ball data (9) | Carry distance, Total distance, Ball speed, Back spin, Side spin, Descent angle, Side angle, Launch angle, Shot shape |
| Club data (6) | Clubhead speed, Smash factor, Club path, Face angle, Face to path, Face to target |
- Ball marking: Not required
- Club marking: Not required
Software, subscriptions and five-year cost
Software listed: SkyTrak app and Virtual driving range. No third-party simulator platform is named in the listing.
Seller or manufacturer claimSubscription terms listed: Launch monitor is bundled by some sellers with one year of Core membership; course play and third-party connections depend on the membership tier.
| Cost item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Hardware (listed price) | $1,695 |
| Subscription | Not stated in the listing — check before buying |
FOREference calculationFive-year total = listed hardware price + 5 × the listed annual plan. Excludes tax, a PC, the screen and enclosure. Build your full five-year budget.
Practical noteStated PC requirement: Windows PC (Intel Core i5 or equivalent, 4 GB RAM minimum) for PC play. See simulator PCs.
Building a simulator around it
Side-of-ball units sit on the golfer's facing side, so left-handed golfers must move the unit to the other side of the ball — plan a hitting area and mat that leave room on both sides.
What else a full simulator needs
- An impact screen and enclosure (or a net for practice without course play) — see enclosures & screens
- A short-throw projector matched to your screen shape — see the throw calculator
- A hitting mat whose surface sits level with the unit, since it reads the ball from beside the tee — see mats & turf
Packages built around the SkyTrak ST MAX
18 specialist-retailer packages in our catalog include this launch monitor, from $2,050 to $6,795.
Shop Indoor GolfSkyTrak ST MAX Net Practice Bundle
Listed from $2,050
SporniaSkyTrak ST MAX Complete Studio BundleListed from $2,325
PlayBetterSkyTrak ST MAX Golf Launch Monitor Home Net Studio with The Net Return Premium Hitting Net PackageListed from $2,390
Shop Indoor GolfSkyTrak ST MAX SIG DIY Golf Simulator Studio PackageListed from $2,620
Rain or Shine GolfSkyTrak ST Max Practice BundleListed from $2,849
Shop Indoor GolfSkyTrak ST MAX Garage Golf Simulator PackageListed from $3,850
How it compares
| Model | Tracking | Placement | Spin | Room depth | Price seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SkyTrak ST MAX | Radar + camera | Beside the ball | Measured | 13.5–15.5 ft | $1,695 |
| Square Golf Omni | Camera | Beside the ball | Measured | 13.5–15.5 ft | $1,599 |
| Ernest Sports ES Tour Plus | Radar + camera | Beside the ball | Measured | 13.5–15.5 ft | $1,795 |
| SkyTrak+ (ST+) | Radar + camera | Beside the ball | Measured | 13.5–15.5 ft | $1,995 |
Room depth uses the same FOREference method for every model, so the column is comparable; prices are the lowest listed by the lead seller on the date shown.
Fit check: SkyTrak ST MAX
Worked out from the seller's published figures and our stated room method. Confirm against your space.
✓ Required? Check firsti Good to know
- ✓Room depth13.5 ft minimum, 15.5 ft comfortable (1 ft screen gap + 8–10 ft ball to screen + 4.5 ft behind the ball for the backswing).
- iDisplay devicePC, iOS or Android
- ?Balls & markersNot required; club: Not required
- ?Simulator softwareNo third-party platform named. Launch monitor is bundled by some sellers with one year of Core membership; course play and third-party connections depend on the membership tier.
- ?Left-handed golfersSide-of-ball units sit on the golfer's facing side, so left-handed golfers must move the unit to the other side of the ball — plan a hitting area and mat that leave room on both sides.
- iOutdoor useListed for indoor and outdoor use.
Specifications
Each figure is labelled with where it comes from. Numbered references link to the source list below.
Manufacturer storeRetailer listingFOREference calculationNot verified
Published specifications
| Tracking technology | Photometric cameras with Doppler radar[S1] | Retailer listing |
|---|---|---|
| Placement | Floor unit beside the ball, facing the golfer[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Indoor / outdoor | Indoor and outdoor[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Ball marking | Not required[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Club marking | Not required[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Spin | Measured directly[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Shot delay | About 1 second[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Display | PC, iOS or Android[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Software | SkyTrak app, Virtual driving range[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Subscription | Launch monitor is bundled by some sellers with one year of Core membership; course play and third-party connections depend on the membership tier[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Dimensions | 7 × 8 × 2.75 in[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Weight | 3 lb[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Warranty | 1-year[S1] | Retailer listing |
| PC requirement | Windows PC (Intel Core i5 or equivalent, 4 GB RAM minimum) for PC play[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Ball data listed | Carry distance, Total distance, Ball speed, Back spin, Side spin, Descent angle, Side angle, Launch angle, Shot shape[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Club data listed | Clubhead speed, Smash factor, Club path, Face angle, Face to path, Face to target[S1] | Retailer listing |
FOREference calculations
| Room depth (FOREference method) | 13.5 ft minimum · 15.5 ft comfortable | FOREference calculation |
|---|---|---|
| Ceiling for a 5′10″ golfer (driver) | 9′ 2″ | FOREference calculation |
Alternatives worth comparing
Square Golf OmniCamera, beside the ball, spin measured; $96 less
Ernest Sports ES Tour PlusRadar + camera, beside the ball, spin measured; $100 more
SkyTrak+ (ST+)Radar + camera, beside the ball, spin measured; $300 more
Bushnell Golf Launch Pro i (LPi)Camera, beside the ball, spin measured; $304 more
Where to buy
7 specialist sellers list this exact product. Prices were observed on 30 Sep 2026; confirm the current price, stock and included items before ordering.
| Seller | Listed price | Type |
|---|---|---|
| SkyTrak | $1,695 | Manufacturer store |
| Rain or Shine Golf | $1,695 | Specialist retailer |
| PlayBetter | $1,695–$2,143.99 | Specialist retailer |
| Shop Indoor Golf | $1,695 | Specialist retailer |
| Golf Bays | $1,694 | Specialist retailer |
| Golf Simulators Direct | $1,995 | Specialist retailer |
| Spornia | $1,695 | Specialist retailer |
$1,695SkyTrak listed price · seen 30 Sep 2026
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Questions buyers ask
Does the SkyTrak ST MAX work with GSPro?
GSPro is not named in the listing we used. Check with the seller before relying on it.
How much room does the SkyTrak ST MAX need?
Using the FOREference method, about 13.5 ft of depth at minimum and 15.5 ft to be comfortable, 11 ft of width for right-handed play (13 ft if left- and right-handed golfers share it), and roughly 9′ 2″ of ceiling for a 5′10″ golfer swinging a driver.
Does the SkyTrak ST MAX need a subscription?
Launch monitor is bundled by some sellers with one year of Core membership; course play and third-party connections depend on the membership tier
Does the SkyTrak ST MAX measure spin?
Yes — the listing states spin is measured directly.
Can left-handed golfers use the SkyTrak ST MAX?
Side-of-ball units sit on the golfer's facing side, so left-handed golfers must move the unit to the other side of the ball — plan a hitting area and mat that leave room on both sides.
Can the SkyTrak ST MAX be used outdoors?
Yes — it is listed for indoor and outdoor use.
Sources and verification
- Rain or Shine Golf — SkyTrak ST Max — product page and specifications Retrieved 30 Sep 2026
- SkyTrak — SKYTRAK ST MAX Launch Monitor — product page Retrieved 30 Sep 2026
- PlayBetter — SkyTrak ST MAX Golf Launch Monitor and Simulator — product page Retrieved 30 Sep 2026
- Shop Indoor Golf — SkyTrak ST MAX Launch Monitor — product page Retrieved 30 Sep 2026
- Golf Bays — Skytrak ST MAX Golf Launch Monitor , (includes 1 year FREE Core software) — product page Retrieved 30 Sep 2026
- Golf Simulators Direct — SkyTrak ST Max Launch Monitor — product page Retrieved 30 Sep 2026
- Spornia — SkyTrak ST MAX Launch Monitor — product page Retrieved 30 Sep 2026
FOREference has not tested this product hands-on. This reference is compiled from the sources above; our calculations are labelled and show their working. Last verified 30 Sep 2026. How we work