SkyTrak+ Review

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    SkyTrak+

    Quick Verdict

    Note: SkyTrak+ new direct units are no longer available from SkyTrak. The SkyTrak+ CPO (certified preowned) is available direct from SkyTrak at $895 (current sale, MSRP $2,495); PlayBetter lists remaining new stock at $1,195. The successor is the SkyTrak ST MAX ($1,695, End of Summer Sale promo, no stated end date; $2,995 list). The SkyTrak+ at CPO pricing is the strongest E6 Connect option under $2,500 — Foresight's compatibility guidance lists Bushnell Launch Pro on Gold/Unlocked plans plus a separate E6 license for E6 (confirm with Foresight before buying for E6). Hybrid camera+radar gives you ball AND club data without club stickers. The catch: no built-in display (needs iPad/PC), 6-month warranty (vs. BLP's 1 year), connectivity issues for some users, and it's discontinued for the ST MAX.

    At a Glance

    Price$895 (certified pre-owned, direct from SkyTrak) / $1,195 (PlayBetter, remaining new stock) — no longer available new direct from SkyTrak
    TechnologyHybrid (Photometric camera + Dual Doppler Radar)
    Best forE6 Connect users — the only sub-$3K camera/hybrid unit with E6 support
    SoftwareE6 Connect, GSPro (unofficial), TGC 2019, SkyTrak Native
    Space requiredSide of ball, 10+ ft depth, 9 ft ceiling
    Editorial Research Score4.2/5ℹ️

    Editorial research score (1–5) based on independent reviews and aggregated owner data. How we evaluate ↗

    Who Should Buy the SkyTrak+

    E6 Connect users. SkyTrak+ supports E6 Connect directly; a SkyTrak membership is required for third-party software access (tier not stated on the membership page — confirm at skytrakgolf.com). Foresight's compatibility guidance lists Bushnell Launch Pro on Gold/Unlocked plans plus a separate E6 license — confirm with Foresight before buying for E6.

    UK and Canada buyers. BLP is US-only. SkyTrak+ works everywhere. For international buyers wanting a camera/hybrid unit, this is the natural choice.

    Golfers who switch clubs frequently. No club markers needed — radar handles club data without any stickers. BLP requires metal stickers on every clubhead.

    CPO deal seekers. At $895 direct CPO pricing with Essential + GSPro, the 5-year TCO (approx. $2,645) is lower than the ST MAX even at its current $1,695 promo price plus the same subscriptions.

    iPad-first users. SkyTrak+ integrates natively with iPad — E6 on iOS, WGT on iOS, SkyTrak app on iOS. No gaming PC needed.

    Key Specs

    SpecValue
    Ball speedYes (camera)
    Launch angle (V)Yes (camera)
    Launch angle (H)Yes (camera)
    Spin rate (total)Yes (camera)
    Back spinYes (camera)
    Side spinYes (camera)
    Club head speedYes (radar)
    Club pathYes (radar + ML)
    Face angleYes (radar + ML)
    Carry distanceYes
    Total distanceYes
    Smash factorYes
    Attack angleNot measured
    Impact locationNot measured
    Dynamic loftNot measured
    Dimensions7" × 8" × 2.75"
    Weight3 lbs (1.36 kg)
    Battery life~4.5 hours
    ConnectivityWi-Fi (5 GHz + 2.4 GHz), Direct Mode, USB-C
    DisplayNone — requires iPad or PC
    PlacementSide of ball (same as BLP)
    Hitting zone4.5" × 4.5" (smaller than BLP's 7" × 10")
    Outdoor useYes — improved over original SkyTrak

    Software Compatibility

    SoftwareCompatibleNotes
    E6 ConnectDirect E6 Connect integration; SkyTrak requires an active membership for third-party software access (tier not stated on the membership page — confirm at skytrakgolf.com)
    SkyTrak Native (Course Play)Course simulation with monthly additions; Core: TrackMan includes Pebble Beach, Bethpage Black, Royal Portrush
    GSProUnofficial via OpenSkyPlus connector — USB-C recommended to avoid ghost shots
    TGC 2019Officially supported, Windows PC only
    WGT by TopgolfiOS only, casual experience
    Ball-only (no app)No built-in screen — requires iPad or PC for ANY data

    What Owners Say

    SourceRating
    Golfstead8.7/10
    MyGolfSpy ForumPositive overall
    Reddit r/golfsimulatorsMixed — accuracy praised, connectivity frustration

    Most Praised

    • Direct E6 Connect integration (active SkyTrak membership required; the E6 subscription itself is paid to TruGolf)
    • No club markers required — radar reads club data with any club instantly
    • Outdoor performance significantly improved over original SkyTrak
    • 5GHz Wi-Fi + Direct Mode (creates device hotspot) — more flexible than BLP
    • Global availability — UK, Canada, international (BLP is US-only)
    • CPO pricing at $895 (direct); PlayBetter's $1,195 new-stock unit is also cheaper than ST MAX at its current $1,695 promo price

    Most Criticized

    • No built-in display — requires iPad/PC for ANY shot data (BLP has built-in LCD)
    • Connectivity/reliability issues documented in long-term owner reviews
    • Smaller hitting zone (4.5"×4.5") vs. BLP (7"×10") — more position-sensitive
    • Only 6-month warranty / 25,000 shots (BLP offers 1 year)
    • Club data uses ML algorithms — less precise than dedicated quad-camera systems
    • GSPro via unofficial connector — ghost shots over Wi-Fi (USB-C fixes it)
    • New units no longer available direct from SkyTrak (CPO only at $895–$2,495, or $1,195 new via PlayBetter); ST MAX ($1,695, End of Summer Sale promo, no stated end date / $2,995 list) is the current flagship
    • Software conflict — must close SkyTrak app before launching E6/GSPro/TGC
    "My Skytrack disconnects constantly network or USB connected. It's like 10ft from the router, no other device in my house has an issue."
    GolfSimulatorForum thread — Sean, Feb 27, 2022

    Pros & Cons

    ProsCons
    E6 Connect support (Foresight compatibility guidance lists BLP on Gold/Unlocked plans + separate E6 license — confirm with Foresight)No built-in display
    No club stickers needed6-month warranty (BLP: 1 year)
    CPO at $895 (direct) — $800 less than ST MAX at its current $1,695 promo priceConnectivity issues reported
    5GHz Wi-Fi + Direct ModeSmaller hitting zone
    Global availability (no region lock)No longer available new direct from SkyTrak (CPO only)
    Side-of-ball placement (less room depth)Essential plan ($99.99/yr) required for any software

    Alternatives to Consider

    SkyTrak ST MAX

    $1,695 (promo) / $2,995 (list)

    Direct successor — similar hitting zone (~4 × 4 in on ST MAX vs 4.5 × 4.5 in on the ST+ — slightly smaller, not larger) and tracking technology as the Plus, plus dual USB-C ports and GOLFTEC Speed Training. The Plus is closing out CPO-only; ST MAX is what new buyers should consider for warranty and support continuity.

    Better accuracy, built-in display, 1-year warranty — but Foresight's E6 compatibility guidance lists Gold/Unlocked ($499/yr) + a separate license for E6 (confirm with Foresight), and it's US-only

    Cheaper, E6 included, no subscription — but needs 16ft+ room depth

    Much cheaper, measured spin, portable — but subscription required, driver issues

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    Where to Buy the SkyTrak+

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    RetailerLink
    SkyTrak Direct (CPO)Buy at SkyTrak Direct (CPO)
    Rain or Shine GolfBuy at Rain or Shine Golf
    PlayBetterBuy at PlayBetter
    AmazonBuy at Amazon

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