Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Approach R10 Portable Golf Launch Monitor with Built-In Bluetooth - Black
Average customer rating
4.2
(607 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 607 reviews
5 Stars
343
4 Stars
126
3 Stars
78
2 Stars
29
1 Star
31
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Approach R10 Portable Golf Launch Monitor with Built-In Bluetooth - Black
Customer Rating
4
on March 31, 2024
Posted by: Anonymous
Works as expected. Using for a home golf simulator.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Exceeded expectations
on March 29, 2024
Posted by: Jolie F
I was a little worried about getting this because it is a few years old and thought it might not have the best technology. But I have been very impressed with the accuracy and consistency of this product. I would definitely recommend of you are on the fence. The app is not the greatest but there are several other simulation software programs available to use
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Fits the bill for my @ home training and fun.
on March 28, 2024
Posted by: clevelandgolf
I've had this a little over a month and It definitely does what I need. I primarily bought it for driving range like practice and simulator fun in my garage. Primarily to keep my swing in shape and to give me and my boys some fun things to do. I took it to my local Trackman to test its accuracy and it was mostly spot on. The distances were within 1-3 yards. Let and right it was a little different but definitely close enough I can see an accurate shot shape. I'm looking forward to using it on a real range this summer and think its going to help me dial in what I need to work on. Glad I bought it...100%
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 1, 2024
Thank you for your review.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Accuracy and consistency?
on March 28, 2024
Posted by: DWP-Golf
Not sure how accurate it is. I've used it now for about three weeks and keep getting different readings. at times it won't record my shot. it's pretty touchy.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 1, 2024
Thank you for your review.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Excellent Value
on March 26, 2024
Posted by: Gettin' Better
First a bit about me, I'm an 11 handicap player who has taken a couple of lessons. I play at least 2-3 times a week and at the range at least 2 days.
When I decided to put a practice net in the backyard I knew I was going to have to get a launch monitor and thus started my research. I had narrowed it down to the R10 or the Rapsodo, and decided to go with the R10 and I'm happy I did. First, in order to get good numbers I recommend the Titleist RCT balls, I found they were much more accurate. For me, the distance was spot on, whereas the Rapsodo was off by 20yds or more. I was most interested in the ball flight path and when I started using the RCT balls and kept the monitor at 8' it worked very well. The amount of stats it records is staggering and for me they were pretty spot on. That is, except for club head speed, there's no way I'm swinging at 110mph and my son at 135mph. Definitely an issue there but the rest of the numbers look good. The other issues, the case is enormous and definitely a negative. Garmin, please make a secondary case that just hold the R10 and the stand, it would be nice and compact and much easier to carry in the bag. Also, the R10 only comes with a one month trial whereas the Rapsodo has a one year trial. That would've been a nice perk for sure.
Overall, for the price you can't go wrong.
When I decided to put a practice net in the backyard I knew I was going to have to get a launch monitor and thus started my research. I had narrowed it down to the R10 or the Rapsodo, and decided to go with the R10 and I'm happy I did. First, in order to get good numbers I recommend the Titleist RCT balls, I found they were much more accurate. For me, the distance was spot on, whereas the Rapsodo was off by 20yds or more. I was most interested in the ball flight path and when I started using the RCT balls and kept the monitor at 8' it worked very well. The amount of stats it records is staggering and for me they were pretty spot on. That is, except for club head speed, there's no way I'm swinging at 110mph and my son at 135mph. Definitely an issue there but the rest of the numbers look good. The other issues, the case is enormous and definitely a negative. Garmin, please make a secondary case that just hold the R10 and the stand, it would be nice and compact and much easier to carry in the bag. Also, the R10 only comes with a one month trial whereas the Rapsodo has a one year trial. That would've been a nice perk for sure.
Overall, for the price you can't go wrong.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 1, 2024
Thank you for your review.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
The right tool
on March 24, 2024
Posted by: J23amie
Glad I went with the Garmin Approach R10. It provides great insight into my ball striking. It also allows me to practice more efficiently indoors. I would recommend it to someone who is trying to get better. It easily integrates into a indoor sim, while being a good feedback tool on the range.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 1, 2024
Thank you for your review
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Highly recommend it.
on March 23, 2024
Posted by: Lester S
Very good product. I use it on the range and hitting it into my net at home. I would recommend this product. I haven't had any issues with it thus far. Everything worked great.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Game improver
on March 16, 2024
Posted by: Mjwashere
I've had mine a couple of years and it still works great. My game has improved so much since purchasing the R10. I have it set up in my garage so I can practice or play year round. I love the selection of courses it offers. All of my local courses are available. It is actually quite accurate.
Now if I had one that includes putting that would be the total package.
Highly recommended.
Now if I had one that includes putting that would be the total package.
Highly recommended.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, March 18, 2024
Thank you for your review.
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