Garmin Approach R50 Launch Monitor - NEW OPEN BOX
By Garmin Golf
This item is brand new and has not been used, but the original packaging has been opened and the item was returned. Elite Sim Golf has inspected the product to confirm it is complete, unused, and in proper working condition.
Includes all original accessories, manuals, and packaging unless otherwise noted on the product page. Open box items may show minor packaging wear, but the product itself is unused and still includes the full manufacturer warranty.
All-In-One Golf Simulator Built for Serious Practice
The Garmin Approach R50 brings launch monitor data, built-in simulation, a large touchscreen display, and portable practice into one premium unit. No tablet is required for the core experience — set it down, power it on, and start practicing or playing with a cleaner, more self-contained simulator setup.
The First Garmin Built for a True Self-Contained Simulator Experience
The Garmin Approach R50 is designed for golfers who want more than a basic launch monitor. It combines a premium camera-based launch monitor with a large onboard display, built-in practice modes, virtual golf features, impact video, and the ability to connect to an external display using HDMI.
For home simulator owners, that means fewer moving pieces. For practice-focused golfers, it means fast access to useful data. For players who want to take their setup between the garage, indoor bay, backyard net, or driving range, the R50 offers a portable format with serious simulator capability.
Built-In Display
The integrated 10" color touchscreen lets you view data, run practice sessions, and play virtual golf directly from the unit without relying on a phone or tablet for the core interface.
Camera-Based Tracking
A three-camera system captures detailed club and ball information, giving golfers a cleaner indoor experience compared to radar units that can be more space-sensitive.
Simulator Ready
Play, practice, and train with built-in Garmin simulator features, or connect to compatible third-party simulator software when you want a larger software ecosystem.
Play More Than 43,000 Courses with Home Tee Hero
With an active Garmin Golf membership, the Approach R50 gives you access to Home Tee Hero virtual golf with more than 43,000 courses rendered in 3D. It is built for golfers who want to move beyond range numbers and actually play rounds, practice on course, and compete in weekly tournament-style formats.
You can also connect the R50 to an external display or projector using HDMI for a larger simulator view. For dedicated golf simulator rooms, that makes the R50 a strong fit for players who want a more complete experience without building everything around a separate tablet.
Virtual Rounds
Play full courses, front nine, back nine, or custom hole selections depending on how you want to practice or compete.
On-Course Practice
Practice specific shots in a course-style environment instead of only hitting balls on a standard driving range.
External Display
Use HDMI output to send the R50 display to a TV, monitor, or projector for a more immersive simulator setup.
Garmin Golf App
Sync shot data, review practice history, and keep your Garmin golf ecosystem connected through the Garmin Golf app.
Club & Ball Data That Helps You Practice with Purpose
The R50 is built to give golfers the feedback they need to understand ball flight, strike quality, club delivery, and shot shape. For best club data, Garmin uses club stickers applied to the face of the club, allowing the camera system to capture additional club delivery information.
Ball Flight Feedback
View key ball flight data such as speed, launch, spin, direction, carry, and shot outcome so you can understand what the ball is doing and why.
Club Delivery Feedback
Add Garmin club stickers to capture club delivery metrics that can help identify path, face, and strike tendencies during your practice sessions.
ESG Setup Note: For club data, apply the included Garmin club stickers as directed. Proper placement, clean stickers, good lighting, and correct unit alignment are important for the most consistent readings.
Built for Simulator Rooms, Practice Bays, and Portable Training
The R50 works well for golfers who want a clean simulator build without permanently mounting an overhead unit. Place it beside the hitting area, connect power or use the built-in battery, align the unit, and start training.
Home Simulator Rooms
Pair the R50 with an enclosure, impact screen, hitting mat, projector, and PC when needed for a full simulator experience.
Garage & Flex Spaces
A strong fit for golfers who want a premium simulator experience but still need the flexibility to move or store equipment.
Portable Practice
The built-in battery and onboard screen make the R50 easier to use in multiple locations than systems that depend on a fixed room setup.
Why Buy the Garmin Approach R50 from Elite Sim Golf?
Elite Sim Golf helps you do more than pick a launch monitor. We help you build the full environment around it — enclosure, projector, hitting mat, screen, software, and room layout. That matters with the R50 because the right setup can make the difference between a basic practice station and a polished indoor golf simulator.
Authorized Dealer Support
Purchase with confidence from a simulator-focused dealer that understands Garmin launch monitors and complete indoor golf builds.
Simulator Package Help
Need the right screen, mat, enclosure, projector, or landing turf? We can help match the R50 to your actual space and goals.
Real Setup Guidance
We focus on practical simulator advice before and after the sale, so you are not left guessing on fitment, layout, or equipment pairing.
Garmin Approach R50 Key Specifications
| Product Type | Premium golf launch monitor and golf simulator |
| Tracking Technology | Three-camera photometric tracking system |
| Display | 10" color touchscreen |
| Simulator Features | Practice sessions, virtual rounds, on-course practice, Home Tee Hero with Garmin Golf membership, and compatible third-party simulator connection |
| Course Access | More than 43,000 courses available through Home Tee Hero with Garmin Golf membership |
| External Display Output | HDMI output with maximum output resolution of 1080p |
| Club Data | Club metrics require Garmin club stickers applied to the club face |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI, and USB-C |
| Battery | Rechargeable built-in lithium-ion battery with up to 4 hours of battery life |
| Water Rating | IPX3 |
| Use Case | Indoor simulator rooms, garage bays, practice nets, studios, and portable range sessions |
Who Is the Garmin R50 Best For?
The All-In-One Buyer
Perfect for golfers who want a launch monitor and simulator experience in one device without needing to build everything around a phone or tablet.
The Home Simulator Builder
A great option for players who want strong data, built-in simulation, and easy HDMI output to a projector or large display.
The Flexible Space Golfer
Ideal for garages, multipurpose rooms, and practice spaces where a permanent overhead launch monitor may not be the right fit.
Not sure if the R50 is right for your simulator? Contact Elite Sim Golf before ordering. We can help review your room dimensions, screen size, projector needs, hitting position, and complete package options.
What’s Included
Package contents may vary by listing or bundle configuration. Standard Garmin R50 packages commonly include the Approach R50 unit, carrying case, power components, and Garmin club stickers. Review the product options above for the exact included items with this listing.
Build Your Garmin R50 Simulator with Elite Sim Golf
Pair the Garmin Approach R50 with a premium enclosure, projector, hitting mat, impact screen, and landing surface to create a complete indoor golf simulator setup built around your space.
