SkyTrak+ Discontinued: What It Means for Buyers

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Q: Is the SkyTrak+ discontinued? A: Yes. The SkyTrak+ is officially discontinued. SkyTrakGolf.com no longer lists the product and the product page returns a 404. The ST MAX ($2,995) is the current flagship. Remaining new SkyTrak+ units are available at clearance pricing ($1,495) from third-party retailers like PlayBetter, and certified pre-owned units start at $1,350.

The SkyTrak+ is dead. SkyTrakGolf.com pulled the product page entirely and it now returns a 404. The homepage only shows the ST MAX and a certified renew studio package. If you’ve been shopping for a launch monitor and wondering why the SkyTrak+ has been harder to find, that’s your answer.

This has been a long time coming. The SkyTrak+ launched in 2022 at $2,995 as a camera-based mid-tier launch monitor. It was the successor to the original SkyTrak, adding a faster processor, built-in WiFi, and improved club data. For two years, it was the default recommendation for anyone who wanted GC3-level accuracy without the GC3 price tag.

Then the ST MAX arrived. The ST MAX is a different device entirely — dual Doppler radar, $2,995, aimed at the same price point but using completely different technology. The SkyTrak+ was a camera-based photometric unit that sat next to the ball. The ST MAX is a radar unit that sits behind you. These are different product categories. The shift makes sense when you look at the market. Camera-based launch monitors like the GC3, GC4, and EYE MINI have been getting cheaper and more capable. The SkyTrak+ was competing in a space where the Uneekor EYE MINI ($2,499) and Bushnell Launch Pro ($2,999) were offering better club data and more software options. Rather than try to keep the camera-based line competitive, SkyTrak pivoted to radar with the ST MAX.

What’s Left

If you still want a SkyTrak+, you have options. PlayBetter is the primary outlet for remaining inventory. New units are at $1,495 — roughly half the original MSRP. Certified pre-owned units are $1,350. Both include a one-year Foresight Course Play Package subscription.

The caveat with a discontinued launch monitor is support. SkyTrak says existing units will continue to work with the SkyTrak app and supported software like GSPro, E6 Connect, and TGC 2019. But firmware updates, bug fixes, and new feature development will slow down. The SkyTrak+ is on the maintenance track now. What you get today is what you’ll have in three years.

The ST MAX at $2,995 is the device SkyTrak is actively developing. The hardware and the data it produces are different from the SkyTrak+. Dual Doppler radar means it tracks club data differently than the camera-based SkyTrak+. The software ecosystem is similar, so if you’re buying into the SkyTrak platform, the experience is comparable. But the underlying technology is a completely different animal.

The Buyers’ Decision

The SkyTrak+ at $1,495 is a good deal if you know what you’re getting. The hardware hasn’t changed. It’s still the same camera-based unit that was $2,995 a year ago. The accuracy is solid. The club data is limited compared to the GC3 or EYE MINI, but the ball data is reliable. It works with GSPro, which is the best sim software in the game. If you’re building a budget simulator and want a name-brand launch monitor that just works, $1,495 is hard to beat.

The ST MAX at $2,995 is the better long-term buy if you care about club data, want the latest technology, and plan to keep your launch monitor for 5-plus years. It’s a radar unit, which means you need more space behind the ball — about 8 feet of ball flight for accurate readings. The camera-based SkyTrak+ worked in tighter spaces.

For the budget-conscious buyer, the certified pre-owned SkyTrak+ at $1,350 is the sweet spot. It’s a known quantity. The accuracy is proven. The software ecosystem is mature. At that price, it competes directly with the Rapsodo MLM2Pro ($699) and Garmin R10 ($599) — but with better accuracy and a much larger software library. See our refurbished launch monitor guide for more on CPO options.

The SkyTrak+ is gone. But the deals on remaining inventory are worth a look if you’re building a sim on a budget. You’re buying into a dead product line with excellent software support and a price that reflects the discontinued status. If that sounds like a fair trade, $1,350 to $1,495 is a solid price for what the SkyTrak+ delivers.

For those who want the latest from SkyTrak, the ST MAX is the only option. At $2,995, it’s a competitive radar launch monitor in a market that’s getting more crowded by the month.

Sources: SkyTrakGolf.com — Product page returns 404, homepage only features ST MAX. PlayBetter — Clearance and CPO pricing verified.

Further reading: SkyTrak+ Review | ST MAX Review | Best Launch Monitors Guide | Certified Pre-Owned Guide