Quick Overview
St Andrews Old Course is available on GSPro (free), E6 Connect (officially licensed), TGC 2019 (community), and TrackMan (premium). Each platform offers a different experience. For platform-specific guides, see our St Andrews on GSPro, St Andrews on Awesome Golf, and best courses on GSPro guides.
Platform Comparison
| Platform | St Andrews Availability | Cost | Quality | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSPro | Free community LIDAR build | $250/yr subscription | Excellent — LIDAR elevation data, accurate routing | Value seekers who want the best bang for their buck |
| E6 Connect | Officially licensed, premium tier | $300-$600/yr | Best visuals — professionally mapped, stunning 4K graphics | Graphics quality and officially licensed accuracy |
| TGC 2019 | Community build | $899 one-time | Good — solid recreation, large community | Budget-conscious buyers who prefer one-time purchase |
| TrackMan | Officially licensed, premium | $5,000+ hardware | Premium — highest fidelity, licensed by The R&A | Commercial facilities and serious players with TrackMan hardware |
Key Differences
GSPro offers the best value at $250/yr with a free community LIDAR build that captures the Old Course’s elevation changes, double greens, and iconic holes. The quality is excellent for a community build, though it lacks the official licensing polish of E6 or TrackMan.
E6 Connect’s version is officially licensed and professionally mapped. The visuals are stunning on a 4K projector, with accurate lighting, atmospheric effects, and the famous wind model that makes St Andrews play differently every round. It costs $600/yr for the premium tier that includes the Old Course.
TGC 2019 has a solid community build that plays well, though the graphics are dated compared to newer platforms. For budget-conscious sim builders who want a one-time purchase, TGC 2019 is a viable option.
TrackMan Virtual Golf offers the most premium experience with officially licensed course data from The R&A. The fidelity is exceptional, but you need a TrackMan 4 or iO ($20,000+ hardware) to access it.
Which Platform Should You Choose?
Pick GSPro if you want the best value and don’t mind community-created content. Pick E6 Connect if visuals and official licensing matter more than course quantity. Pick TrackMan if you’re building a commercial facility or already own TrackMan hardware. Skip TGC 2019 unless you’re on a tight budget and prefer one-time purchases over subscriptions.
For a full comparison of all sim software platforms, see our best golf simulator software guide and GSPro vs E6 Connect comparison.