Bushnell Launch Pro Circle B Edition Launch Monitor and Golf Simulator

The Launch Pro and LPi Circle B Edition use the same triscopic high-speed camera system and deliver identical photometric accuracy. The differences are form factor and data depth: the Launch Pro ($2,499) includes a rechargeable battery, built-in touchscreen display, HDMI output, 16 ball data points, and 8 club metrics. The LPi ($1,499.99) is plug-in only with no display, 12 ball data points, and 4 club metrics -- designed for golfers who will use it exclusively indoors connected to a PC. If your unit lives in a sim room and you do not need the extra data or portability, the LPi saves you $1,000.

The Launch Pro measures 16 ball data points: ball speed, carry distance, total distance, total spin, back spin, side spin, spin axis, spin tilt axis, vertical launch angle, horizontal launch angle, apex, descent angle, offline, ball curve, hang time, and landing angle. With the included club markers and an active subscription (or one-time club data purchase), it also captures 8 club metrics: club speed, smash factor, club path, face angle, face to path, angle of attack, dynamic loft, and impact point.

Yes. The Launch Pro requires at least a Silver subscription ($199/year) to unlock ball and club data and simulation capabilities. Without a subscription, the unit has limited functionality. The Launch Pro includes a 14-day free Gold trial so you can experience the full platform before choosing a tier. Silver gives you full data and 5 courses. Gold ($499/year) adds 25 courses, FSX Pro analytics, and GSPro compatibility (GSPro license sold separately).

Yes. The Bushnell Launch Pro is built on Foresight Sports technology and uses the same core camera engine as the Foresight GC3S. The primary differences are branding, software ecosystem, and pricing. Both deliver the same level of ball-tracking accuracy using photometric camera technology. The Launch Pro connects to Bushnell's FSX platform, while the GC3S uses Foresight's native software.

Yes. The Bushnell Launch Pro is designed for both indoor and outdoor use. The built-in transflective LCD touchscreen remains fully readable in bright sunlight, and the rechargeable battery means no power outlet is required for outdoor sessions. Use it in your sim room, at the driving range, or on the course. The device requires a U.S. internet connection at least once every 45 days to maintain full functionality. If you only plan to use it indoors and want to save $1,000, consider the Bushnell LPi Circle B Edition ($1,499.99).

We recommend a minimum of 12 feet wide x 9 feet high x 12 feet deep for a comfortable golf simulator setup. The Launch Pro sits beside the ball (not behind it), so you do not need extra room depth behind the hitting area like radar-based units require. Exact space requirements vary depending on your enclosure and mat choice. Call us at 1-888-871-6110 for help planning your layout.

Minimum requirements: 64-bit Windows, 7th Gen or newer Intel i5/i7/i9 processor (AMD CPUs not recommended), 8 GB RAM (16 GB+ recommended), and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 or better (RTX 3070 Ti/3080/3090 recommended for optimal performance). AMD GPUs and Nvidia Quadro cards are not supported. iOS and Linux are not supported. The Launch Pro also supports HDMI output for direct display without a PC. Need a sim PC? Check out our SurfThing simulator computers -- purpose-built for golf sim software.

Club stickers are required only for club data (club speed, smash factor, club path, face angle, face to path, angle of attack, dynamic loft, impact point). Ball data does not require stickers. The Launch Pro includes a 48-piece club marker pack in the box. Apply one marker per clubface -- they are designed to stay in place through many sessions.

The Launch Pro works with FSX Play (included with Silver or Gold subscription) for realistic round play with 3D ball flight and course graphics. FSX Pro (included with Gold) provides advanced performance analytics for practice and club fitting. With a Gold subscription, you can also connect GSPro (sold separately, $250/year) for access to 200,000+ community-built courses and online multiplayer. Additional 1st and 3rd-party software options are available through the Gold tier.

Both are camera-based launch monitors near the same price point. The key differences: the Launch Pro ($2,499) captures 16 ball data points and 8 club metrics versus the SkyTrak+ ($2,495) with 12 ball data points and 4 club metrics. The Launch Pro sits beside the ball (side-of-ball placement) while the SkyTrak+ sits behind it. Both work indoors and outdoors with rechargeable batteries. The Launch Pro includes a built-in touchscreen display and HDMI output; the SkyTrak+ does not. The SkyTrak+ does not require a paid subscription for basic data, while the Launch Pro requires Silver ($199/yr) or Gold ($499/yr). If you want the deepest data set and a built-in display, the Launch Pro wins. If you prefer no subscription costs, the SkyTrak+ is the better choice.

Year 1: $2,499 (device) + $0 (14-day free Gold trial included). After the trial, choose Silver at $199/year or Gold at $499/year. Year 1 total with Gold: $2,998. Year 1 total with Silver: $2,698. Each subsequent year costs $199 (Silver) or $499 (Gold). If you want GSPro access, add $250/year (requires Gold). Club data unlock is included with any subscription, or available as a one-time $1,500 purchase (permanent unlock). A gaming PC is also required if you do not already own one -- see our SurfThing computers for purpose-built options.

The Launch Pro ships with: Bushnell Launch Pro Circle B Edition Launch Monitor, 48-piece club marker pack, USB-C cable, Ethernet cable, alignment stick, A/C power adapter, quick start guide, and a 14-day free Gold subscription trial. Not included: gaming PC (required to run simulator software), Silver or Gold software subscription (required for ball/club data and simulation), and GSPro license (sold separately, requires active Gold subscription).

The Silver subscription includes 5 pre-selected courses. The Gold subscription includes 25 courses: Beaver Hills Country Club, Blue Bayou, Butterfield Country Club, Broken Tree Golf Course, Linfield National, Willow Crest, Tall Pines, Teton Pines, The Farms Golf Club, Kinsale Golf & Fitness, Awbrey Glen, Barren Boulders Executive, Black Rock, Detroit Country Club, Glen Flora, Greencastle, Meadowbrook, Mill Creek, Potter's Park, Prairie Bluff, Sunnyside Golf & Country Club, The Bedens Brook Club, Twin Run, Wellington National, and Tropical Paradise Executive. Additional courses available through GSPro (sold separately).

Yes. Top Shelf Golf offers financing through Affirm with flexible monthly payment options. Select Affirm at checkout to check your rate -- it takes seconds and won't affect your credit score. 0% APR options may be available depending on eligibility.

Bushnell Warranty: Your Bushnell Launch Pro is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for one year after the date of purchase. In the event of a defect under this warranty, Bushnell will, at their option, repair or replace the product, provided that you return it postage prepaid. This warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, improper handling, or non-authorized repairs.

Return Policy: Launch Pro device returns accepted within 30 days of shipment, subject to a 20% restocking fee. For additional details, see our Return Policy.

The Launch Pro uses high-speed cameras (photometric) to directly photograph the ball and club at impact, while radar units like the Garmin R10 ($600) and FlightScope Mevo+ ($2,000) use Doppler radar to track the ball in flight. Camera-based systems are generally more accurate for spin and club data because they measure at impact rather than estimating from flight. Radar units require more room depth (8-10 feet behind the ball) while the Launch Pro sits beside the ball. The trade-off: radar monitors like the Mevo+ do not require subscriptions for basic data, while the Launch Pro requires at least a Silver subscription ($199/year).

The Launch Pro uses the same Foresight GC3 triscopic camera system trusted by PGA Tour club fitters worldwide. It captures ball and club data at the moment of impact using three high-speed cameras with infrared -- no estimation, no algorithms, no radar interpolation. Independent testing consistently ranks Foresight photometric systems among the most accurate consumer launch monitors available, particularly for spin measurements. The Launch Pro delivers the same photometric accuracy as the $3,799 Foresight GC3S at a lower price point.

The Launch Pro's rechargeable battery provides approximately 4-5 hours of continuous use on a full charge -- enough for a full range session or multiple rounds of simulator play. For permanent sim room setups, the included A/C adapter lets you run the unit plugged in indefinitely. Charging is done via the same A/C adapter when the unit is powered off.

The Launch Pro connects to Bushnell's FSX platform (FSX Play and FSX Pro) and is compatible with GSPro via a Gold subscription. E6 Connect compatibility is not officially supported through the standard Bushnell software ecosystem. If E6 Connect is a priority, consider the Foresight GC3S, which connects to E6 through Foresight's native software.

Yes. With the 8 club metrics (club speed, smash factor, club path, face angle, face to path, angle of attack, dynamic loft, and impact point), the Launch Pro provides the data professional fitters need. This is the same Foresight camera system used in tour-level club fitting worldwide. The Launch Pro's one-time club data purchase option ($1,500) is ideal for fitting studios that want permanent access without recurring subscription costs for club data.