Two no-subscription radar units — premium simplicity vs. closeout data value
Both are behind-the-ball radar units with no required subscription for their data. The Full Swing KIT trades on rugged simplicity and measuring club data with no marked balls or stickers; the discontinued Mevo+ undercuts it sharply at closeout while offering a deep parameter set if you use marked balls for spin.
| Full Swing KIT | FlightScope Mevo+ (2023 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Street price | $3,999 | $1,099✓ |
| 5-year cost (hardware + sub)Hardware plus five years at the cheapest subscription that enables simulator use. | $3,999 | $1,099✓ |
| Tracking | Radar | Radar + camera |
| Placement | Behind the ball | Behind the ball |
| Min ceiling | 9 ft* | 9 ft* |
| Min room depthComputed: screen buffer + ball flight + device/golfer space. | 18 ft | 16 ft✓ |
| Ball metrics | 10 | 13✓ |
| Club metrics | 6 | 12✓ |
| Subscription for sim | None | None |
| Outdoor use | Yes | Yes |
| Status | Current✓ | Discontinued |
Green ✓ marks the better figure on rows where one is objectively preferable (lower price/cost/space, more data, no subscription, current model). Neutral rows have no winner. Tally on these metrics: Full Swing KIT 1 · FlightScope Mevo+ (2023 Edition) 5. * = ceiling estimated where the maker publishes none.
The KIT is the pick for hassle-free radar (no marked balls) and a premium build. The Mevo+ is the value pick — far cheaper at closeout — if you'll use RCT balls for measured spin and want maximum data per dollar.
Pick the Full Swing KIT if…
- You want club and ball data with no marked balls or stickers
- You value a rugged, simple unit and on-device readout
- Budget isn't the deciding factor
Pick the FlightScope Mevo+ (2023 Edition) if…
- Closeout pricing and data-per-dollar matter most
- You'll use marked (RCT) balls for measured indoor spin
- You want the broadest parameter list available cheaply
Questions buyers ask
Do either require a subscription?
No — neither requires a yearly subscription; both deliver their data without a recurring fee.
Which needs marked balls?
The Mevo+ relies on marked (RCT) balls or metal dots for the most reliable indoor spin; the Full Swing KIT measures without marked balls or stickers.
Are they similar on room size?
Both are behind-the-ball radar units that want a meaningful runway of ball flight; the KIT asks for a bit more depth. See the computed minimums in the table.
Try both in your room
Space is the most common dealbreaker. Drop your room's dimensions into the room-fit calculator to see whether each of these fits — and what else does — before you buy.
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