Garmin Approach R50 Portable Launch Monitor
$4,999.99
Ships in 1 to 3 Days
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“After tons of research, the Garmin R50 from Rain or Shine was the obvious call — and it hasn't disappointed. The data is spot-on, setup was easy, and Rain or Shine actually knew what they were talking about when I had questions. Couldn't be happier.”
Derek M · Charlotte, NC
All-In-One Design
THE SIMULATOR IS THE LAUNCH MONITOR
The R50 is the first portable launch monitor to run full golf simulation natively on a built-in 10" HD color touchscreen — no PC, phone, tablet, or extra hardware required. Power it on, drop it down, and you're playing in under a minute. There's nothing else like it.
Direct Measurement
DATA THAT'S MEASURED, NOT ESTIMATED
Three high-speed cameras capture ball and club at impact, delivering 14+ data points through direct photometric measurement — not radar estimation. Ball speed, spin rate, spin axis, launch angle, club path — all of it, straight from what the cameras see at the moment of contact.
Virtual Golf, Built Right In
43,000 COURSES. NO PC REQUIRED.
Home Tee Hero runs natively on the R50 — play full rounds including putting with up to four players, join weekly tournaments, and track scores on a global leaderboard, all from the device itself. An active Garmin Golf membership is required to access courses.
Frame-By-Frame Feedback
SEE EVERY SHOT IN SLOW MOTION
After every swing, the R50 immediately plays back a high-speed video of your impact on the built-in display. You see exactly how your clubface met the ball — not just what the numbers say, but what actually happened at contact. It's the kind of feedback that used to require a coaching setup.
Calibrated Accuracy
ACCURATE WHEREVER YOU PLAY
A built-in barometer measures atmospheric pressure and automatically adjusts carry distances for your altitude and conditions. Whether you're hitting indoors in your simulator room or outdoors at the range, the R50's numbers reflect where you actually play — a feature you rarely find at this form factor.
Scale It Up
ONE CABLE, FULL SIMULATOR EXPERIENCE
Connect the R50 to a projector or TV via HDMI and the unit displays simulation on screen while the touchscreen simultaneously shows your shot data and impact videos. Want even more? Add GSPro or E6 Connect with a gaming PC and the R50 plugs into a full simulator ecosystem. It's designed to grow with your setup — from standalone unit to serious sim room.
Complete the Setup
Build a Full Simulator Around the Garmin R50
The R50 runs standalone right out of the box. But pair it with a SwingBay® enclosure, impact screen, turf, and projector and you've got a proper sim room. Our SwingBay® package is spec'd to work with the R50 from the first shot.
View the R50 SwingBay® Package
The Garmin Approach R50 is a genuinely different kind of launch monitor. Most devices in this price range measure your shot and hand the data off to a phone, tablet, or PC to make something useful out of it. The R50 does all of that internally — three high-speed cameras, a built-in processor, a 10" color touchscreen, and golf simulation software running natively on the device. No external hardware required. Set it down, turn it on, and you're hitting shots into a virtual round in under a minute.
The ball and club data is direct photometric measurement, not estimation — the same fundamental approach used by units that cost significantly more. Carry distance, spin rate, spin axis, launch angle, club path, angle of attack — it's all there, captured at impact by cameras that are looking directly at the ball and club face. The built-in barometer automatically adjusts carry numbers for altitude and atmospheric pressure, so your indoor numbers and your on-course numbers actually match. And when you're ready to expand the setup, a single HDMI cable brings the R50's simulation to a projector or TV, with third-party software like GSPro and E6 Connect supported for golfers who want to go further.
The R50 makes the most sense for golfers who want a complete, low-hassle simulator experience — serious data, real virtual golf, and no stack of devices to configure. Whether you're planning to run it standalone or build a full room around it, our team can help you figure out what that setup looks like for your space. Reach out and we'll talk through it.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The R50 has a built-in processor and 10" HD color touchscreen, so it runs entirely on its own. You can measure shots, review data, watch impact videos, and play full virtual rounds on Home Tee Hero — all without a phone, tablet, or PC. If you want to run third-party software like GSPro or E6 Connect on a larger screen, you'll need a separate gaming PC for that. Our team can help you spec the right machine for your setup — ask us before you buy.
An active Garmin Golf membership ($100/year) is required to access Home Tee Hero's 43,000+ courses and weekly tournaments. Practice mode, shot data, and impact video playback are available without a subscription. If you plan to use third-party platforms like GSPro or E6 Connect, those software licenses are purchased separately through those providers.
The R50 is compatible with Home Tee Hero (built in), E6 Connect, GSPro, and TGC. Home Tee Hero runs natively on the device. E6, GSPro, and TGC require a separate gaming PC connected via the R50's USB-C or over Wi-Fi. We can help you figure out the right PC spec and software combination for your space — get in touch.
Yes — the R50 is designed for both indoor and outdoor use. Outdoors, it works as a portable launch monitor with up to 4 hours of battery life and a display that holds up in daylight. The built-in barometer automatically adjusts carry distances for altitude, air pressure, and temperature, so your outdoor numbers are calibrated to real conditions. The included carrying case makes it easy to take to the range.
The R50 captures club data — including club head speed, face angle, club path, angle of attack, and smash factor — when a metallic tracking sticker is applied to the club face. 250 stickers are included in the box. No ball marking is required. Without the sticker, the R50 still delivers the full suite of ball data points.
The R50 has an HDMI port on the back for direct connection to a projector or TV. One of the R50's standout features is its dual-view output — simulation can display on the big screen while shot data and impact videos remain visible on the R50's own touchscreen simultaneously. If you're planning a full simulator room build around the R50, our team can help spec the right projector and setup.
Requires included metallic tracking sticker on club face
| Tracking Technology | Photometric — 3 high-speed cameras |
| Device Placement | Portable — Side of ball |
| Indoor / Outdoor | Both indoor and outdoor |
| Space Requirements | Enough space to swing your club — no minimum ball flight requirements |
| Ball Marking | Not required |
| Club Marking | Yes — metallic stickers required for club data (250 stickers included) |
| Shot Delay | No shot delay — instant feedback |
| Compatible Software | Home Tee Hero (built-in), E6 Connect, GSPro, TGC |
| Display | 10" built-in HD color touchscreen — on-unit display, PC, and iOS also supported |
| Connectivity | HDMI out, USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Battery Life | Up to 4 hours |
| Dimensions | 16.5" x 10.6" x 7.5" |
| Weight | 9 lbs. |
| Warranty | 1-Year Limited Warranty |
| Standalone Use | No hardware required — built-in processor and HD display run natively on the unit |
| GSPro / E6 / TGC | Separate gaming PC required to run third-party simulator software. Our team can spec the right machine for your software and budget — ask us before you buy. |
| Home Tee Hero Courses | Active Garmin Golf membership required to access 43,000+ courses and weekly tournaments |
| Hardware | Garmin Approach R50 Launch Monitor, Garmin carrying case, AC adapter, power cord, club tracking stickers (250), user manual |
| Software | Garmin Golf App — Home Tee Hero with 43,000+ courses (active Garmin Golf membership required, $100/year) |
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| Tracking Technology | Photometric — 3 high-speed cameras | Photometric — 3 high-speed cameras | Dual radar + photometric cameras |
| Built-In Display | Yes — 10" HD color touchscreen | No | No |
| On-Unit Golf Simulation | Yes — runs natively, no external device needed | No — requires PC or device | No — requires PC or device |
| PC Required for Simulation | Not for built-in software — optional for GSPro / E6 | Yes | Yes |
| Course Library | 43,000+ via Home Tee Hero (subscription req.) | Via FSX Play / FSX 2020 (subscription req.) | Via E6 Connect / GSPro (subscription req.) |
| Ball Data Points | Ball Speed, Launch Angle, Spin Rate, Spin Axis, Launch Direction, Apex, Carry, Total Distance, Deviation | Ball Speed, Launch Angle, Spin Rate, Spin Axis, Launch Direction, Apex, Carry, Total Distance, Deviation | Ball Speed, Launch Angle, Spin Rate, Spin Axis, Launch Direction, Apex, Carry, Total Distance, Deviation |
| Club Data | Yes — Club Speed, Face Angle, Club Path, AOA, Smash Factor (sticker req., included) | Yes — Club Speed, Face Angle, Club Path, AOA, Smash Factor (sticker req., not included) | Yes — Club Speed, Face Angle, Club Path, AOA, Smash Factor |
| Impact Video Playback | Yes — high-speed video on built-in display | No | No |
| Barometric Adjustment | Yes — built-in barometer adjusts carry for altitude and conditions | No | No |
| Indoor / Outdoor | Both | Both | Both |
| Compatible Software | Home Tee Hero (built-in), E6 Connect, GSPro, TGC | FSX Play, FSX 2020, E6 Connect, GSPro | E6 Connect, GSPro, TGC, The Golf Club |
| Warranty | 1-Year Limited Warranty | 2-Year Limited Warranty | 2-Year Limited Warranty |
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Free Shipping
Free standard shipping on all orders to the contiguous US. Orders typically ship within 1–3 business days. You'll receive a tracking number as soon as your order leaves the warehouse.
Fast Delivery
Most launch monitors ship via FedEx or UPS Ground and arrive within 3–7 business days depending on your location. Expedited shipping is available at checkout if you need it sooner.
30-Day Returns
Not the right fit? Return your launch monitor within 30 days of delivery in original condition and original packaging for a full refund. Contact our team to initiate a return — we'll take care of the rest.
Warranty Support
The Garmin Approach R50 is covered by a 1-Year Limited Warranty through Garmin. If you run into any issues, our team will help you navigate the warranty process — we don't leave you to deal with it alone.
Authorized Dealer
Rain or Shine Golf is an authorized Garmin dealer. Every unit ships factory fresh, direct from Garmin's distribution — full manufacturer warranty intact, no gray market risk.
We're Here After the Sale
Questions about setup, software, or what to pair with your R50? Our team of simulator specialists is here — not a call center. Reach out anytime.
WHY BUY FROM RAIN OR SHINE GOLF
Simulator Specialists, Not a Box Mover
We sell golf simulators and nothing else. Every person on our team has hands-on experience with the products we carry — we can tell you what actually works and what to skip without trying to upsell you something you don't need.
Free Shipping on Every Order
Every product ships free to the contiguous US. No minimums, no thresholds, no surprises at checkout. Expedited options are available if you need your gear faster.
30-Day Returns, No Runaround
If it's not right, send it back. 30 days, original condition, no lengthy approval process. We want you to be confident in your purchase — not locked into something that doesn't work for your space.
Authorized Dealer — Full Warranty Protection
We're an authorized dealer for every brand we sell. Every unit ships factory fresh with full manufacturer warranty intact. No gray market risk, no voided coverage.
Real Advice Before You Buy
Not sure if the R50 is the right call for your space and budget? We'll tell you honestly — including if something else is a better fit. Consultations are free and there's no pressure. Talk to our team.
Support After the Sale
Got a setup question six months in? We're still here. Whether it's software troubleshooting, a warranty claim, or adding something to your room, our team doesn't disappear after the order ships.
Build Out Your Sim Room
Everything you need to turn your launch monitor into a full simulator experience. Pick your components, build your way — or let us configure the perfect setup for you.
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Our Commitment to You
We Stick With You After the Sale
We're not just here for the transaction. Our team stays with you through setup, installation, and every swing after — because a great simulator room doesn't end at checkout.
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SimSquad SupportAvailable Mon–Fri 9AM–7PM EST via phone, chat, and email
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Nationwide Install ProgramWe'll physically set up your simulator anywhere in the US
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Price Match GuaranteeFind it cheaper at any authorized dealer — we'll match it
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Authorized DealerFull manufacturer warranty on every product we sell