Can the Garmin R50 Handle Putting? $5,000 Launch Monitor Tested!

Описание: The Approach R50 is Garmin's newest $5,000 launch monitor, but can it truly read putts? In this video, I dive deep to answer the question: is the R50 built for putting or just for full swings? 🏌️‍♂️

I tested its putting accuracy in three modes: Practice Mode, Home Tee Hero, and GSPro, while comparing results to the Square Putting Mode and webcam putting. The results might surprise you. For a device in this price range, putting should be a no-brainer—so why does it feel like an afterthought?

📊 What You’ll See:

A detailed putting test in various modes.
Side-by-side comparisons with other tools.
Honest thoughts about whether the Garmin R50 can deliver on its promise.
If you’re considering the R50 for your simulator, this video is a must-watch.

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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:55 Explaining Problem
1:57 Test Explained
3:38 Practice Range Test
6:55 HT-Hero Test
10:35 GSPro Test
14:14 Speed matters
17:30 Lets Talk About it
21:46 Can it Read Putts?
24:10 Humble Opinion
25:05 Final Thoughts