Limited Space - Build it Yourself Golf Simulator Setup
Budget Friendly | Compact Space | $2K - $4K
Who This Setup Is For
This setup is designed for golfers with limited space—think spare bedrooms, short garages, or tight office corners—where ceiling mounts aren’t possible and there’s not enough room behind you to use a radar-based launch monitor.
If that’s your situation, you’re not out of luck. Ground-based camera launch monitors give you accurate ball and club data, without requiring major space or installation.
🧰 DIYers with limited space
🚫 No ceiling-mount or deep room access
🏠Accurate ball and club data
💸 Budget: $2,000 – $4,000
🎯 Goals: Practice, distance dialing, course play
Recommended Setup
Launch Monitor
Ground-based camera system that sits next to the hitting area. Ideal for small spaces. Delivers detailed club and ball data with video playback—no ceiling mount or long room required.
Mat
Excellent strike feel, durable for long-term use, and fits perfectly into DIY setups.
Enclosure/Net
Immersive experience without the price-tag. These screen kits are the real deal. Kit comes with full instructions for what you’ll need to buy and build the frame.
Projector
$99
Good value HD projector—perfect for displaying software visuals on a wall or screen. Optional if using tablet/monitor.
Computer & Software
Square Golf is compatible with iOS, Android, or PC, so use your phone or an iPad and a starter level simulator software. Or upgrade to GS Pro and a PC for the ultimate course selections.
Total Estimated Cost: ~$2,000
Upgrades and Alternates
Looking to tweak your budget build or planning to scale up over time? Here are some solid alternates and upgrades for each core component to help you customize your setup based on your space, goals, or future upgrades.
Launch Monitor
Upgrade: Uneekor EYE Mini Lite [$2,750] — A step up in accuracy and data. A small unit from a great band. This thing brings a ton of value for this price.
Upgrade: SkyTrak Plus [$2,450]— The long-standing king in the lower price range. Awesome accuracy. Great built in software and course play.
Golf Mat
Budget Option: GoSports [$99] — good option for less. Doesn’t have quite the feel or durability of the Country Club Elite or similar options, but certainly gets the job done, and at a much more attractive price point.
Upgrade: Fiberbuilt [$849]— Top of the line durability and feels like hitting off of a real fairway.
Net
Upgrade: DIY Enclosure Kit [$999]— Add a cleaner, more immersive feel with a DIY Enclosure Kit. This value is tough to beat for the full package.
Projector
Upgrade: Optoma ZW350ST [$1,000] — sharper visuals and better brightness.
Computer/Software
Upgrade: Make the leap to GSPro software and a gaming PC for the most immersive experience and the largest course selection you’ll find.
