FlightScope Mevo Gen2 vs. Garmin Approach R10: Which One is Best?

Everyone’s talking about the new Mevo Gen2, but does it actually beat the popular Garmin R10 for everyday golfers? After testing them hands-on, I found some surprising differences that could save you money or change your game. So in this video, I’m going to show you exactly how these two stack up, their key differences, hidden costs, and exactly which launch monitor is the best to buy.

Let’s break them down, starting with the recently released FlightScope Mevo Gen2.

The Mevo Gen2 launched at $1,199, which is $500 more than the $699 Rapsodo MLM2PRO. But here’s the kicker: The Mevo Gen2 has no subscription fees. Everything it does is included.

At the heart of the Mevo Gen2 is Fusion Tracking, a hybrid of Doppler radar and synchronized camera processing. This is the exact same engine that powers the FlightScope Mevo+ and even the $15,000 X3C professional system.

Out of the box, the Mevo Gen2 directly measures 18 ball and club parameters. These include:

Ball speed, Club speed, Carry, roll, and total distance, Spin rate and spin axis, Smash factor, Launch angle and launch direction, Angle of attack, Flight time Shot type, And even putting metrics like launch speed and direction. But you may notice some advanced club data metrics that are missing. We’ll talk more about that as we go.

The Mevo Gen2 also comes with one of FlightScope’s flashiest features: automatic video recording with shot tracer and data overlay.

Set up your iPhone or iPad behind you, and the FS Golf app will automatically capture every swing, overlay a tracer line showing the ball flight, and put your chosen metrics right on the top of the video. It’s an incredibly powerful way to connect what you feel in your swing with what’s actually happening.

Out of the box, you get a lifetime E6 Connect bundle with eight real-world golf courses. No ongoing subscription. Just launch and play.

The Gen2 also supports third-party simulator platforms like GSPro, The Golf Club 2019, Awesome Golf, Creative Golf, and more. TGC 2019 integration is scheduled for early 2026 with a new software release. This makes the Gen2 a true simulator-ready device, without any hidden costs.

Physically, the Mevo Gen2 looks more like a mini version of FlightScope’s tour-grade X3C unit. It’s taller than the original Mevo and Mevo+, and that higher angle helps with both radar tracking and camera alignment.

It runs on a six-hour USB-C rechargeable battery, which is more than double the Mevo+’s 2.5-hour life. The chassis is under one pound, easy to transport, and includes a built-in kickstand for precise tilt and roll adjustments.

Setup is straightforward but space-sensitive. Like the Mevo+, you’ll need 8 feet between the unit and the ball and another 8 feet between the ball and the screen or net if you’re indoors. Outdoors, you just need that 8-foot gap behind the ball.

The Gen2 doesn’t currently support FlightScope’s Pro Package or Face Impact Location add-ons, meaning you can’t get advanced club data like face-to-path, club path, dynamic loft, or impact heat maps. At least not yet. Right now, those advanced data points are reserved for the Mevo+.

Given that the Mevo Gen2 runs on the same Fusion Tracking engine as the Mevo+, many speculate that these upgrades could eventually become available. But for now, it’s not guaranteed.

Now let’s look at the Garmin Approach R10, which is by far one of the most popular and affordable launch monitors to be released.

Coming in at $599, the R10 uses radar to directly measure four inputs: ball speed, club speed, launch angle, and launch direction, and calculates the rest. Since the R10’s original release, Garmin’s firmware/app updates have tightened accuracy. Indoors, Titleist RCT balls are strongly recommended for reliable spin and, by extension, realistic curvature. The app shows a deep metrics list, but it’s important to remember that most of that information is algorithm-derived from those four measured inputs.

Regarding the Garmin Golf app, it is straightforward, stable, and easy to operate. Garmin includes a phone mount with the R10, so you can set it up at the range so that your data sits at eye level. That’s a small touch but a very nice feature. You can also use that phone clip to position your phone to record swing video that you can then review inside the app. The payoff on this feature isn’t quite as cool as the video playback with data displayed over a shot tracer line like you get with the Mevo Gen2. But still, it’s nice to have the option to record your swing if you want.

Software-wise, compatibility is a huge strength of the Garmin R10: GSPro, E6 Connect, the Golf Club 2019, Creative Golf 3D, and Awesome Golf. You also get five free E6 iOS courses out of the box.

It also comes with Home Tee Hero, Garmin’s animated sim of 42,000 mapped courses, which does require the Garmin Golf Membership ($99 per year or $9.99 per month).

Portability and setup-wise, the R10 unit itself is tiny, literally the size of a deck of cards, and snaps magnetically to its tripod. Alignment uses a red aim line, and it’s just overall super simple to set up.

Indoors, plan for 6 to 8 feet behind the ball and 8-plus feet to the net/screen. Outdoors, it works great on mats or natural turf and picks up shots reliably. In my experience, it very rarely misses 

Now that we’ve looked at both devices individually, let’s stack them up side by side.

Garmin Approach R10: $599.99. The reality is that you’re probably going to want the Garmin Golf membership because the Home Tee Hero feature is a lot of fun. You’ll also get a lot of mileage out of that membership if you’re already in the Garmin camp with a watch or GPS product. So you should probably budget for the $99 a year or $9.99 a month add-on.

FlightScope Mevo Gen2: $1,199. No subscription required. That’s one of the strongest selling points of the FlightScope product line.

If you need the lowest upfront cost, R10 is the clear winner. I mean, it’s half the price of a Mevo Gen2. When you think about that, the R10 looks like one hell of a value.

But if you’re allergic to ongoing fees and want a meaningful bundle on day one, Gen2 flips the value equation fast.

Mevo Gen2: Fusion Tracking yields consistent, repeatable ball data. The 18 parameters cover what most players need for legit practice indoors or out. But, as I mentioned, you can’t get the most advanced data set that FlightScope offers through their Pro Package and Face Impact Location features. For that, you need the more expensive Mevo+.

R10: Very good for the money. The catch is spin. Without RCT balls indoors, accuracy can drift.

If your priority is data you can trust with every swing, the Gen2 is the pick. I’m definitely not calling the R10 accuracy bad. Especially for the money. But it’s estimation-heavy outside of its measured inputs.

The Mevo device is a bit closer to pro-level. I think that serious players who demand the highest accuracy are going to be happier with the Gen2 than the R10.

Gen2: Eight E6 courses out of the box; compatibility with GSPro, Awesome Golf, Creative Golf. TGC 2019 support is supposed to be coming in January 2026.

R10: Five free E6 courses, compatibility with the same array of third-party options as the Gen2. Home Tee Hero via the Garmin Golf subscription adds a massive “play anywhere” library.

Both are excellent gateways to simulator golf. If you want no-fee access immediately, Gen2 is better. If you love the idea of playing an animated version of your home course and don’t mind a membership, R10’s ecosystem and the Home Tee Hero feature is a blast.

Here’s how I see it, guys: If you want the most accurate, subscription-free launch monitor near the $1,000 mark and you don’t need advanced club analytics like face-to-path, go with the FlightScope Mevo Gen2. You’re buying into FlightScope’s Fusion Tracking, 18 genuinely useful data points, lifetime E6 courses, and a video-tracer feature that’s best-in-class. Plus, there are no subscription fees.

If your priority is to spend less but still be able to do everything — including practice with feedback, play a ton of sim golf, and enjoy a clean app — go with the Garmin Approach R10. Budget $99 a year for the membership, and grab some Titleist RCT balls if you plan to use it indoors. For $599.99, it’s a ridiculous amount of golf tech.

There’s a reason the R10 has been so popular for going on several years. It’s because it delivers a ton for the money. I mean, remember, this thing is half the price of a Mevo Gen2.

And there’s a reason that the Mevo Gen2 is gaining so much attention. It’s because it delivers incredible accuracy in the neighborhood of that magical $1,000 mark.

So in that sense, there are no wrong answers here. Study the differences I’ve outlined, and decide what makes the most sense for your individual use. After that, you’re all but guaranteed to pick a winner.

I know a lot of you have been using the R10 for a while now. Do you still like it? Any thoughts on the new Mevo Gen2? Let me know in the comments.

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But if you want to see my full list of the Best Launch Monitors of the year, I tested them all, then check out this video right here, and I will see you out on the course