# Best golf launch monitors under £700 Source: https://pinandyard.co.uk/best/best-golf-launch-monitors-under-700 Publisher: Pin and Yard. Picks are based on what the Amazon listings state, not on hands-on testing. Method: https://pinandyard.co.uk/how-we-pick Personal launch monitors at the lower end of the market vary more than any other golf gadget. Some measure club and ball speed and work out carry from that; others add launch angle and spin, which is what really explains a ball flight. Some need a phone and an app for every shot, others show the numbers on their own screen. A few add simulation, sometimes with a paid tier for extra courses. This guide compares units in this price band on what their listings state: how they measure, which numbers they show, whether spin is included, indoor and outdoor use and what software or app comes in the box. If you mainly want to track speed and carry on the range, a simple radar unit is enough; if you want to fix a slice, look for spin. ## Products ### 1. Voice Caddie SC4 PRO Golf Launch Monitor & 3D Driving Range Simulator for Indoor and Outdoor Use | Portable Golf Swing Analyzer & Golf Tracker with Built-in Screen | No Fees Technology: Doppler radar; Key data: 8 data points incl. apex and launch; Spin: Spin rate, side spin and back spin; Indoor use: Indoor and outdoor; Software: E6 Connect free tier, iOS only The most complete data set at this level from a single box with its own screen: eight measures including spin, a 3D range simulator and voice output. Best overall in this tier. In its favour: - Measures spin, launch angle, launch direction and apex as well as speeds and distances. - Built-in screen and voice output let you practise without staring at a phone. - Free E6 Connect tier includes one course and a driving range. Good to know: - Simulators are iOS only, as the listing notes. - Extra courses need an optional subscription. ### 2. Rapsodo Unisex Mlm2pro Mobile Launch Monitor, Grey Technology: Dual optical cameras plus radar; Key data: 13 metrics, 6 measured; Spin: Spin rate and spin axis; Indoor use: Not stated; Software: Simulation at 30,000+ courses and range Rapsodo's camera and radar unit with measured spin, Shot Vision and Impact Vision replays and course simulation. Suits golfers who want video and spin together. In its favour: - Spin rate and spin axis are among the six measured metrics. - Shot Vision and Impact Vision give two kinds of swing replay. - Comes with a tripod, carrying case and three golf balls. Good to know: - Which features need a membership is not stated in this listing. - Camera units need good light and careful set-up indoors. ### 3. Voice Caddie Sc300I Portable Golf Launch Monitor (2021) Technology: Doppler radar; Key data: Carry, total, speeds, smash, launch, apex; Spin: Spin rate listed; Indoor use: Not stated; Software: App with video analysis A portable radar unit with launch angle, apex and spin as well as speeds and distance, voice output and an app with video analysis. In its favour: - Spin rate, launch angle and apex for a fuller picture than speed-only units. - Voice output and an LCD give instant feedback. - A 2 year manufacturer warranty is stated in the listing. Good to know: - Indoor use is not stated; radar units generally need room for ball flight. - Android app support is marked as to be confirmed. ### 4. Shot Scope LM1 Launch Monitor Technology: Not stated; Key data: Club speed, ball speed, smash, carry, total; Spin: Not listed; Indoor use: Indoor and outdoor; Software: Lifetime session history in app A compact speed and distance monitor with a 3.5 inch colour screen, speed training mode and free session history in the Shot Scope app. In its favour: - Clear 3.5 inch colour display on the unit itself. - Speed training mode for clubs and speed sticks. - Indoor and outdoor use is stated in the listing. Good to know: - No spin or launch angle data is listed for this unit. - Battery is listed at up to 5 hours per charge, so charge before long sessions. ### 5. Rapsodo Mobile Launch Monitor for Golf Indoor and Outdoor Use with GPS Satellite View and Professional Level Accuracy, iPhone & iPad Only Technology: Unit plus iPhone or iPad camera; Key data: Advanced metrics with shot trace; Spin: Not stated; Indoor use: Indoor and outdoor; Software: iPhone and iPad only The original Rapsodo mobile launch monitor that turns an iPhone or iPad into a launch monitor with shot trace and instant swing replay. For Apple users who want video with data. In its favour: - Immediate swing replay with shot trace on your phone or tablet. - Indoor and outdoor use is stated in the listing. - Carrying case and charging cord are included. Good to know: - Works with iPhone and iPad only, so Android users should look elsewhere. - Listed battery life is 6 hours, and the specific metrics are not listed. ### 6. VOICE CADDIE SWING CADDIE Golf LAUNCH MONITOR SC200+ Technology: Not stated; Key data: Carry, swing speed, ball speed, smash; Spin: Not listed; Indoor use: Not stated; Software: None needed, voice output A straightforward unit with carry, swing and ball speed and smash factor, a no-ball swing speed mode and a remote. Suits golfers tracking speed gains. In its favour: - Swing speed mode works without hitting a ball, handy for speed training. - Measuring range of 30 to 320 yards is stated. - Remote control and voice output are included. Good to know: - Listed as not water resistant, so keep it dry on an open range bay. - No spin, launch angle or app based analysis is listed. ### 7. PRGR Portable Golf Launch Monitor Technology: Doppler radar; Key data: Swing speed, ball speed, carry, total, smash; Spin: Not listed; Indoor use: Not stated; Software: No app or wifi needed A very simple radar unit that shows swing speed, ball speed, carry, total and smash factor on its own LCD, powered by AAA batteries. In its favour: - No app, wifi or downloads are needed, so it is ready in seconds. - LCD shows results and a history of shots. - IP54 rating and a 12 month warranty are listed. Good to know: - No spin or launch angle data is listed for this unit. - AAA batteries are not included according to the specs. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.