Compare Price, Features & Data
The Quick Answer
Foresight has brought back the GC2 name with a new ball-only launch monitor priced under $2,000. If you're shopping in that range, the SKYTRAK ST MAX is the other highly-rated launch monitor at that price point. The SKYTRAK ST MAX measures ball AND club data at a similar price. Here's how the two stack up, and who each one is best for.
Choose the SKYTRAK ST MAX
If you practice mostly indoors and want to see both what the ball did and why. It measures club head speed, club path, face angle, face-to-path, and smash factor alongside ball data. It also includes Speed Training powered by GOLFTEC, which you can use without hitting a ball.
Choose the Foresight GC2
If you need a launch monitor for outdoor range sessions as well as indoor play, and ball data alone covers what you need.
Choose the SKYTRAK ST MAX
If you practice mostly indoors and want to see both what the ball did and why. It measures club head speed, club path, face angle, face-to-path, and smash factor alongside ball data. It also includes Speed Training powered by GOLFTEC, which you can use without hitting a ball.
Choose the Foresight GC2
If you need a launch monitor for outdoor range sessions as well as indoor play, and ball data alone covers what you need.
Compare Features & Data
SKYTRAK ST MAX
Foresight GC2
Ball Data
Club Data
Total Data Points
16
8
Club Path
Face Angle
Club Head Speed
Speed Training
Game Improvement Tools
Simulator Play
1st Year Course Play Cost
Free
$495+
Price
$1,695
$1,699
Ball Data vs. Ball + Club Data: Why It Matters
Ball data tells you what happened: how fast the ball left the face, how high it launched, how much it spun, and how far it carried. Club data tells you why. If your ball is curving right, seeing your club path and face angle shows whether the cause is an open face, an out-to-in path, or both. For golfers trying to improve rather than just play, that link between cause and result is
often the deciding factor.
Built for practice, not just play
The ST MAX includes SKYTRAK's full set of game improvement tools: Skills Assessments, Bag Mapping, Randomized Practice, and the Wedge Matrix for dialing in scoring distances. Speed Training powered by GOLFTEC, available only on the ST MAX, adds guided drills to help you build swing speed and gain distance.
Where the ST MAX Has the Edge
For a home simulator or garage setup, the ST MAX gives you club data the GC2 doesn't measure, swing speed training, and a compact 1.7-pound unit, all at a similar price. SKYTRAK also is including one year free Course Play access.
Where the GC2 Has the Edge
If you want to take your launch monitor to the driving range, the GC2 is designed for outdoor use and the ST MAX is designed more for indoor use. For golfers who split time between the range and a home simulator, those are real advantages.
Where the ST MAX Has the Edge
For a home simulator or garage setup, the ST MAX gives you club data the GC2 doesn't measure, swing speed training, and a compact 1.7-pound unit, all at a similar price. SKYTRAK also is including one year free Course Play access.
Where the GC2 Has the Edge
If you want to take your launch monitor to the driving range, the GC2 is designed for outdoor use and the ST MAX is designed more for indoor use. For golfers who split time between the range and a home simulator, those are real advantages.
Launch Monitor Comparison FAQs
Does the Foresight GC2 measure club data?
No. Foresight describes the GC2 as a ball-only device. It measures ball speed, launch angle, launch direction, spin, tilt axis, and carry. The SKYTRAK ST MAX measures both ball data and club data.
How much does the Foresight GC2 cost?
The GC2 has an MSRP of $1,699. The SKYTRAK ST MAX is currently $1,695 with a free year of Course Play.
Can I play courses for free or is that extra?
Courses are typically extra regardless of launch monitor brand. Currently SKYTRAK is offering one free year of Course Play ($300 value) with access to all the practice ranges, practice tools, and 50+ courses. Foresight offers Foresight+ plans (Silver $199/yr or Gold $599/yr) to unlock practice and they offer additional Course Pass options for $295/yr or $595/yr to unlock courses. Foresight offers a free 30-day trial to test their practice and Course Pass options.
Can I use the SKYTRAK ST MAX outdoors?
The ST MAX is designed for indoor use, but can be used outdoors on a mat. If outdoor range use on grass is a priority, factor that into your decision.
What's the best Foresight GC2 alternative for a home simulator?
If you're building an indoor setup and want club data along with ball data, the SKYTRAK ST MAX is the most direct alternative at a similar price. Our SIM PROs can help you plan your space and budget.
