Bushnell Launch Pro Indoor
The same tour-level three-camera photometric accuracy as the Launch Pro, at a lower price point. Designed specifically for permanent indoor simulator installations.
£1,890
Circle B Edition. Mains powered only. Software subscription required for club data and simulator play — sold separately. Gaming PC required for FSX software.
Key features
- Same three-camera plus infrared system as the standard Launch Pro
- Camera-based measurement — sees impact directly, not radar estimation
- 13 ball data parameters measured directly including separate back spin and side spin
- Club data (4 parameters) requires software subscription and club markers (markers included)
- Mains powered only — no battery
- No built-in display — requires PC or mobile device for data display
- Works indoors only (designed for permanent simulator installations)
- FSX Silver ($199/yr) and Gold ($499/yr) simulation software options
- GSPro compatible (Gold subscription plus separate GSPro subscription)
- Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB-C connectivity
- 14-day Gold subscription trial included
- Club marker pack, USB-C cable, power cord, and alignment stick included
Our view
The Bushnell Launch Pro Indoor is the right choice when you are building a dedicated indoor simulator and want photometric accuracy without paying for features you do not need — specifically portability and a built-in display.
The £900 saving over the standard Launch Pro comes from removing the battery and the built-in touchscreen. For a permanent indoor setup where the device lives on a fixed mount and data is displayed on your simulator screen or a nearby monitor, you do not need either of those things. The three-camera photometric accuracy is identical to the more expensive model.
The same caveats apply as with the standard Launch Pro. Club data requires a paid subscription. Simulation requires a gaming PC for the FSX software. The subscription pricing is in US dollars. GSPro requires both a Gold subscription and a separate GSPro subscription.
The honest comparison at £1,890 is the FlightScope Mevo Gen2 at £1,199. The Mevo Gen2 costs £691 less, includes 8 E6 courses with no subscription, and uses Fusion Tracking — radar combined with image processing — rather than pure photometric cameras. For most golfers building a home simulator, the Mevo Gen2 delivers everything they need. The Launch Pro Indoor earns its premium for golfers who specifically want photometric accuracy — particularly for spin data — and are happy to manage the subscription structure.
If you are building a serious dedicated studio and want to future-proof your setup with the most accurate ball data available in this price range, the Launch Pro Indoor is a strong choice. If you want the cleanest value for a home simulator build, look at the Mevo Gen2 first.
Pros
- Same photometric accuracy as the standard Launch Pro at £900 less
- Camera system sees impact directly — no radar estimation
- 13 ball parameters including separate back spin and side spin
- Excellent and consistent indoor accuracy in all lighting conditions
- Club markers included in box
- 14-day Gold subscription trial included
- Permanent installation friendly — no need to move or reposition
Cons
- Mains powered only — no portability whatsoever
- No built-in display — requires PC or mobile for all data
- Indoor use only — cannot take to the range
- Club data requires paid subscription
- Gaming PC required for FSX software — significant additional cost
- Subscription pricing in US dollars
- GSPro requires Gold subscription plus separate GSPro fee
- No LINK rangefinder integration (unlike standard Launch Pro)
Who is this for?
| Handicap 0–12 | Low handicap | Ideal |
| Handicap 13–20 | Mid handicap | Good |
| Handicap 21–28 | High handicap | Marginal |
| Handicap 28+ | Beginner | Not recommended |
The Launch Pro Indoor suits golfers building a dedicated permanent indoor simulator who want photometric accuracy and know they will never need to move the device. It is the right choice if you already have or plan to buy a gaming PC for the FSX software, and are comfortable managing dollar-priced subscriptions. Golfers who want a simpler all-in setup with no ongoing subscription should look at the FlightScope Mevo Gen2 first.
Key specifications
| Technology | Three high-speed cameras plus infrared (photometric). Auto-calibrating system. |
| Display | None built in — requires PC or mobile device |
| Power | Mains only — no battery |
| Ball data | Carry distance, ball speed, total spin, launch angle, horizontal launch angle, spin tilt axis, back spin, side spin, ball apex, descent angle, ball offline, ball curve, hangtime (13 parameters) |
| Club data | Club head speed, smash factor, club path, angle of attack (subscription required, club markers required) |
| Subscription | Silver $199/yr (5 courses, club data). Gold $499/yr (25 courses, GSPro access). 14-day Gold trial included. |
| Indoor use | Yes — dedicated indoor |
| Outdoor use | No |
| Simulator software | FSX Play, FSX Pro, GSPro (Gold plus separate GSPro). Gaming PC required. |
| Includes | Launch Pro i device, club marker pack, USB-C cable, power cord, alignment stick, 14-day Gold trial |
| Weight | 5lb (approx 2.3kg) |
| Dimensions | 5 x 6 x 12 inches |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB-C |
TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP
The Launch Pro Indoor hardware costs £1,890. Club data requires a Silver subscription at $199/year minimum. A gaming PC is required for FSX simulation software. Simulator play with meaningful course selection requires Gold at $499/year. GSPro adds $250/year on top of Gold. Add these up before comparing against the FlightScope Mevo Gen2 at £1,199 with no subscription and 8 courses included.