{"product_id":"garmin-approach-r50-golf-launch-monitor-simulator","title":"Garmin Approach R50 Golf Launch Monitor \u0026 Simulator","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBring the Golf Course Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake your golf game to the next level with the \u003cstrong\u003eGarmin Approach R50\u003c\/strong\u003e, an all-in-one launch monitor and golf simulator designed to deliver detailed performance data, realistic virtual play, and convenient portability. Whether you're practicing your swing, analyzing your ball flight, or playing a full round at home, the Approach R50 gives you the tools to make every shot count.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e10\" Built-In Color Touchscreen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Approach R50 features a large \u003cstrong\u003e10-inch color touchscreen\u003c\/strong\u003e that puts your golf data and simulator experience right at your fingertips. Review shot information, watch impact videos, practice on the driving range, or access virtual golf directly from the device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Ball \u0026amp; Club Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet a deeper understanding of every shot with accurate launch monitor measurements. The Approach R50 tracks key ball and club metrics, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall Speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaunch Angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaunch Direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpin Rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpin Axis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarry Distance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Distance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClub Head Speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClub Face Angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClub Path Angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAngle of Attack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApex Height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmash Factor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeviation Distance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eClub Stickers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBall data needs nothing on the ball or the club. To capture club data, place one of the included stickers at the top-center of each club face. You get 250 in the box. Your putter doesn't need one. Replace a sticker when it gets worn or dirty, and keep it away from white markings on the face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThree High-Speed Cameras\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree integrated high-speed cameras capture your swing and impact with detailed visual feedback. Review your impact videos to better understand how you're contacting the ball and identify opportunities to improve your swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePractice \u0026amp; Training Modes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the Approach R50 as your personal golf training station. Track performance across your clubs, analyze shot patterns, and view dispersion data generated using an advanced ball-flight model. Compare sessions over time to monitor your progress and make smarter adjustments to your game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlay More Than 43,000 Golf Courses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn your home setup into a virtual golf experience with \u003cstrong\u003eHome Tee Hero\u003c\/strong\u003e. Play virtual rounds on more than \u003cstrong\u003e43,000 courses\u003c\/strong\u003e, with support for up to four players. Take on familiar courses, challenge friends and family, and enjoy golf regardless of the weather or time of year. Home Tee Hero requires a Garmin Golf membership, explained below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included and What Needs a Membership\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWorks out of the box\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNeeds a Garmin Golf membership\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBall and club data on every shot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome Tee Hero: virtual rounds on 43,000+ courses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDriving range practice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOn Course Practice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTraining mode with club averages and dispersion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeekly tournaments and global leaderboards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpact video review\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShot history in the Garmin Golf app\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Garmin Golf membership is sold separately by Garmin, and you can buy it right on the device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpace and Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e set the R50 about 1.5 ft (0.5 m) to the side of the ball, facing it, at the same level as your hitting mat. It doesn't need to be perfectly level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo space behind the ball:\u003c\/strong\u003e the cameras read the shot from the side, so you don't need the extra room behind the tee that radar units need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e plan for about 10 ft of width, a 9 ft ceiling (10 ft if you're tall), and roughly 10 ft from ball to screen, plus room to swing behind you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick test:\u003c\/strong\u003e swing your driver slowly in the space. If nothing feels close, the room works.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeft-handed golfers:\u003c\/strong\u003e move the unit to the other side of the ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHitting area:\u003c\/strong\u003e the screen shows where to place the ball, and you can shift it within that area as your mat wears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlay on a Projector or TV\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRun an HDMI cable from the R50 to your projector or TV for full-screen play at up to 1080p. You can mirror the R50's display or choose what the big screen shows, then adjust the aspect ratio and center line to fit your impact screen. Pair a Bluetooth speaker for sound. The HDMI cable isn't included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSimulator Software\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSoftware\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRuns on\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome Tee Hero\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe R50 itself\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarmin Golf membership\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGSPro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows PC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE6 Connect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows PC, iPhone or iPad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE6 Apex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows PC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAwesome Golf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows PC, iPhone or iPad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThird-party software connects to the R50 over Wi-Fi. For PC software, plan on a gaming-capable computer: Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit), an Intel i5, 8 GB of RAM, and an Nvidia GTX 1070-class graphics card or better. Need one? See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/golf-simulator-computers-monitors\"\u003egolf simulator computers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndoors and Outdoors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe R50 works in both. A few habits keep the readings clean:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep direct sun off the front of the unit and off the club face. Low sun shining into the unit can cause misreads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid shiny or reflective surfaces in the camera's view.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn the ball's logo toward the unit, especially with matte balls. No special marked balls are needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt handles light spray (IPX3), not rain, and operates from 14°F to 131°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePutting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePutt out in virtual rounds, with settings for green speed and gimme distance. Prefer to skip it? Turn putting off and the R50 adds strokes based on how close your approach finished. Club data isn't recorded on putts, and putting is switched off in weekly tournaments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Practice or Play\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Approach R50 is built to go wherever your golf game takes you. With an internal rechargeable battery providing \u003cstrong\u003eup to 4 hours of use\u003c\/strong\u003e, you can practice at home or take the launch monitor to the range. The included carrying case makes transportation and storage simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpact Videos:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review high-speed footage of your club and ball impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Barometer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps improve carry-distance calculations by accounting for your current location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSession Comparison:\u003c\/strong\u003e Track your performance and compare previous sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobal Leaderboards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compete in weekly tournaments and compare your scores with golfers worldwide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarmin Golf App:\u003c\/strong\u003e Access compatible metrics and activities through the Garmin Golf app.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C \u0026amp; HDMI:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect the device to compatible displays and accessories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth \u0026amp; Wi-Fi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stay connected to compatible devices and services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriving Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practice with detailed performance feedback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePutting Simulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practice putting as part of your simulator experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub Tracking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Save and review statistics for individual clubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePower\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe battery lasts up to 4 hours. For longer sessions, leave the AC adapter plugged in and keep playing. The R50 charges only through its AC adapter; the USB-C port is for software updates. It goes into standby after 20 minutes idle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eR50 or R10?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApproach R50\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApproach R10\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$4,999.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$499.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTechnology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 high-speed cameras\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in 10-inch touchscreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUses your phone or tablet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeside the ball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–8 ft behind the ball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 4 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 10 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the R50 if you want a self-contained home simulator with club data and impact video. Choose the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/approach%C2%AE-r10\"\u003eApproach R10\u003c\/a\u003e if you want an affordable, pocketable monitor for the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarmin Approach R50 Launch Monitor \u0026amp; Simulator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrying Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC Adapter \u0026amp; Power Cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e250 Club Tracking Stickers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e an HDMI cable, a Garmin Golf membership, and third-party software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions Golfers Ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a computer or phone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Everything runs on the built-in touchscreen. A PC, iPhone or iPad is only needed for third-party software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a subscription?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot for launch monitor data, the driving range, training mode or impact video. Virtual rounds and tournaments need a Garmin Golf membership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I have to use the stickers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly for club data. Ball data works without them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much room do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 10 ft of width and a 9 ft ceiling, plus your screen distance. The unit itself needs no space behind the ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it outside?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Keep direct sun off the unit and the club face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work with GSPro?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, over Wi-Fi with a Windows PC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I play while it's charging?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, with the AC adapter plugged in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/golf-simulator-enclosures-impact-screens\"\u003eGolf simulator enclosures and impact screens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hitting-mats\"\u003eHitting mats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/short-throw-projectors\"\u003eShort throw projectors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/golf-simulator-computers-monitors\"\u003eGolf simulator computers and monitors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Complete Golf Simulator in a Portable Package\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom detailed swing analysis to virtual rounds on thousands of golf courses, the \u003cstrong\u003eGarmin Approach R50\u003c\/strong\u003e combines launch-monitor technology, practice tools, and golf simulation into one powerful portable system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA launch monitor and simulator in one unit, with a built-in 10-inch touchscreen. No computer or phone needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree high-speed cameras, 14 ball and club metrics, and impact video on every shot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSits beside the ball, so the device needs no extra room behind you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e43,000+ courses with a Garmin Golf membership, plus support for GSPro, E6 and Awesome Golf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI output for a projector or TV, and up to 4 hours on battery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e010-02542-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasurement technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 high-speed cameras\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.5\" x 10.6\" x 7.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisplay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\" LCD color touchscreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800 x 1280 pixels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVideo output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDMI, up to 1080p\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlayers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal rechargeable lithium-ion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 4 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAC adapter (included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth®, Wi-Fi®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-C, HDMI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIPX3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14°F to 131°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharging temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37°F to 117°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarmin 1-year limited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Garmin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67897520783462,"sku":"GAR-R50","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2231\/4342\/files\/2000000049467-01_pc_0c5ce6e0-0024-4bf8-913d-6c4afb476357.webp?v=1793636392","url":"https:\/\/nartcart.shop\/products\/garmin-approach-r50-golf-launch-monitor-simulator","provider":"NartCart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}