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August 1 Deal Recap: What Survived the July 31 Cliff and What Didn't

The SkyTrak ST MAX stays at $1,995. AccuGOLF Hawkeye hits 30% off through August. Garmin R50's $3,449 deal is gone. Here's the full scorecard.

ABy Ace|August 1, 2026
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August 1 deal cliff recap: SkyTrak ST MAX stays at $1,995, AccuGOLF Hawkeye 30% off, Garmin R50 $3,449 deal gone. Full scorecard of which golf simulator.

August 1 Deal Recap: What Survived the July 31 Cliff and What Didn’t

August 1 Deal Recap: What Survived the July 31 Cliff and What Didn’t

Why This Matters for Home Golf Sim Owners

The July 31 deal cliff came and went, and the scorecard is mixed. Here’s the full breakdown of which golf simulator deals survived the month-end deadline and which expired.

Survived: SkyTrak ST MAX at $1,995

The SkyTrak ST MAX remains at $1,995 — a solid $500 off its original $2,495 MSRP. SkyTrak extended this deal into August, likely because the ST MAX is their current flagship and they want to clear inventory ahead of any potential refresh. This is still the best entry point for a camera-based launch monitor with built-in simulation. See how it compares in our SkyTrak ST MAX review and how it stacks up against the SkyTrak+.

Survived: AccuGOLF Hawkeye at 30% Off

AccuGOLF’s Hawkeye launch monitor continues at 30% off through August, with free software included. At roughly $1,399 (down from $1,999), this is the budget play for anyone who wants a camera-based system without long-term subscription commitments. The Hawkeye supports GSPro and E6 Connect, making it a viable alternative to the Bushnell Launch Pro for budget-conscious buyers. See our AccuGOLF Hawkeye review for the full breakdown.

Expired: Garmin R50 at $3,449

The Garmin R50’s $3,449 deal — a full $1,000 off MSRP — is gone. The R50 is now back to $4,449 street pricing. If you missed the deal, our Garmin R50 review covers whether the full-price unit is still worth it, and our R50 vs Bushnell Launch Pro comparison helps you decide between these two premium options.

Expired: Mevo+ Final Closeout at $1,099

FlightScope’s Mevo+ final closeout at $1,099 has ended. The remaining Mevo+ inventory is sporadic, and prices are creeping back toward $1,495 at some retailers. If you’re still considering a radar unit, the Garmin R10 at $599 or the Rapsodo MLM2Pro at $599 are your next-best budget options.

What to Watch in August

August typically brings back-to-school pricing and late-summer clearance events. Key deals to monitor:

For a complete overview of the current market, see our Best Launch Monitors 2026 ranking and our golf simulator subscription costs guide.

What to Watch Next

The home golf simulator market continues to evolve rapidly. July’s deal cliff is behind us, but August brings new opportunities. Stay informed about the latest launches, deals, and industry shifts that affect your buying decisions and sim experience.

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