Golf Simulator News Roundup — January 2026

Square Golf Omni — $1,599 Indoor/Outdoor Launch Monitor

Square Golf unveiled the Omni at the PGA Show — a four-camera photometric unit at $1,599 with no subscription. Works indoors and outdoors in direct sunlight without marked balls. Built-in display shows instant data including smash factor, club path, attack angle, and face impact location. Pre-orders open via PlayBetter; shipping expected late April 2026.

Source: PlayBetter

Rapsodo CLMPRO — First Overhead Launch Monitor from Rapsodo

Rapsodo unveiled the CLMPRO, a six-camera ceiling-mounted unit for 9-foot ceilings. Expected pricing $5,000–$6,000, dramatically undercutting the $15,000+ overhead segment. Comes with Rapsodo's first native PC simulation software featuring licensed courses scanned to one-centimeter detail. Release date TBD.

Shot Scope LM1 — $199 No-Subscription Practice Monitor

Shot Scope revealed the LM1 at the PGA Show. Doppler radar, 3.5-inch color screen, five core metrics (swing speed, ball speed, smash factor, carry, total distance). No subscription fee. Positioned as a practice tool targeting the sub-$500 market. Retail availability March 26, 2026.

Source: Golf Digest

Uneekor EYE XR — $6,999 Rear-Ceiling Unit Replaces QED

Uneekor featured the EYE XR at PGA Show — a rear-ceiling-mounted unit at $6,999 with dual high-speed cameras, infrared sensors, and Dimple Optix ball tracking. No marked balls or club stickers needed. Single CAT-6 ethernet cable for power and data. Also previewed AIMY (AI swing analysis) and GAME DAY simulation platform.

Source: PlayBetter

FlightScope Mevo Gen2 — Pro Package and Face Impact Now Available

The $1,299 Mevo Gen2 now supports Pro Package and Face Impact Location as optional one-time purchases with no subscription. The Mevo Plus is officially discontinued with remaining inventory at closeout pricing below 50% of original retail.

Source: FlightScope

Square Golf Software V2

Unveiled at PGA Show. Improved course visuals, redesigned menu structure, faster setup. Complements the new Omni hardware.

Foresight Sports Next-Gen Software Preview

Foresight previewed next-generation software for late 2026 under the new Revelyst Golf Technology brand umbrella (Foresight + Bushnell + GolfLogix). Enhanced terrain detail, improved visuals, and better ball-ground interaction physics.

ProTee Golf Core Announced

ProTee announced Golf Core as TGC 2019's successor. TGC 2019 sales have stopped but servers remain operational for existing users indefinitely. Golf Core release date TBD.

Awesome Golf v3.9.2 & v3.9.3 (January 15–16)

Two rapid updates: v3.9.2 updated FlightScope API integration; v3.9.3 fixed iOS 16 and Intel Chromebook issues.

E6 Connect + Foresight Sports Integration

TruGolf announced native integration between Foresight launch monitors (GC3, GCQuad) and E6 Connect. Family-oriented game update planned for February.

FlightScope DSP 1.33 Incoming (February 9)

FlightScope confirmed DSP 1.33 for X3C, Mevo+, and Mevo Gen2 with Windows app v25.3.65, targeting February 9 release. Tracking refinements for Gen2 Pro Package features.

SkyTrak+ Firmware v0.107 and v0.108

v0.108 addressed a spin rate cap issue. v0.107 improved chip shot capture rates and Wi-Fi performance. Automatic update prompt via SkyTrak app.

PGA Show 2026 — Indoor Golf Takes Center Stage

Over 30,000 visitors and 1,100+ exhibitors. Indoor golf simulation occupied more floor space than any previous year. The Indoor Golf Alliance hosted educational sessions and a leaders' luncheon, reflecting the segment's growing organizational maturity.

Source: Golf Business Network

Bushnell Launch Pro Circle B Edition

New cosmetic branding at $2,499 with simplified subscription: Silver $199/yr (ball + club data, 5 courses) and Gold $499/yr (25 courses, third-party API including GSPro).

GOLFZON — US Open Partnership + Unreal Engine 5

GOLFZON became Official Indoor Golf Simulator of the US Open. Demonstrated simulators running on Unreal Engine 5 with drone-mapped courses. Also launched Smart Caddie GPS app on iOS.

Source: USGA

Full Swing KIT Expands to Baseball

Full Swing debuted the KIT as a multi-sport launch monitor at the ABCA convention, tracking 12 baseball metrics including bat speed and exit velocity. Partnership with Marucci announced.

SkyTrak+ Season Opener Sale

Up to $700 off SkyTrak+ units plus $100 off software packages in January promotion.

Foresight GC3 — $750 Off

Retailers offered $750 off the GC3 in January, a notable window for photometric buyers.

FlightScope Mevo+ Closeout

Discontinued Mevo+ inventory now available below 50% of original retail through authorized dealers.