GolfBuddy Shot Mate vs Shot Scope LM1
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Specs updated
Why GolfBuddy Shot Mate is better
- Price: $20 cheaper (179.99 vs 199.99)
- 3-year cost: $20 cheaper over three years (179.99 vs 199.99)
- Weight: 0.37000000000000005 lb lighter (0.29 vs 0.66)
Why Shot Scope LM1 is better
No measurable advantages found.
Specs Comparison
GolfBuddy Shot Mate $180 vs Shot Scope LM1 $200
| Specification | GolfBuddy Shot Mate $180 | Shot Scope LM1 $200 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $180 | $200 |
| Measurement | ||
| Tracking technology | Doppler radar | Doppler radar |
| Radar type | Single Doppler | Single Doppler |
| Spin measurement | Not reported | Not reported |
| Marked balls | Not required | Not required |
| Accuracy tier | Entry-level | Entry-level |
| Data points per shot | — | 5 |
| Ball data | ||
| Ball speed | Measured | Measured |
| Launch angle | Not reported | Not reported |
| Launch direction | Not reported | Not reported |
| Spin rate | Not reported | Not reported |
| Spin axis | Not reported | Not reported |
| Carry distance | Calculated | Calculated |
| Total distance | Calculated | Calculated |
| Apex height | Not reported | Not reported |
| Descent angle | Not reported | Not reported |
| Offline distance | Not reported | Not reported |
| Club data | ||
| Club speed | Measured | Measured |
| Attack angle | Not reported | Not reported |
| Club path | Not reported | Not reported |
| Face angle | Not reported | Not reported |
| Face to path | — | Not reported |
| Dynamic loft | — | Not reported |
| Impact location | Not reported | Not reported |
| Smash factor | Calculated | Calculated |
| Club data unlock | Not available | Not available |
| Space & environment | ||
| Environment | Indoor + outdoor | Indoor + outdoor |
| Placement | Behind the ball | Behind the ball |
| Setback (ft) | 4.9 | 4.6 |
| Lefty / righty | No repositioning | No repositioning |
| Installation | None (portable) | None (portable) |
| Sim software | ||
| Simulator capable | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| GSPro support | No | No |
| E6 Connect support | No | No |
| Awesome Golf support | No | No |
| TGC 2019 support | No | No |
| FSX Play support | No | No |
| First-party software | none | none |
| Subscription | ||
| Subscription (per year) | None | None |
| Works without subscription | Fully functional out of the box: all readings on the built-in auto-brightness display, 1,000-swing storage, golf and practice-swing modes. Marketed as 'subscription-free'; no app, no account, no phone pairing exists for this device. | '100% subscription free for life' guarantee: all five metrics on the built-in 3.5-in color screen with no phone needed; free Shot Scope app (iOS/Android) adds session sync, lifetime shot history, GPS aerial maps and MyStrategy. Up to 1,920 history items stored on-device. |
| Connectivity & apps | ||
| Apps | None recorded | iOS, Android |
| Watch app | None | — |
| Built-in display | LCD readout | LCD readout |
| Screen mirroring | None | — |
| Connectivity | None recorded | Bluetooth |
| Offline mode | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Physical & power | ||
| Weight (lb) | 0.29 | 0.66 |
| Dimensions (in) | 4.4 x 3.0 x 1.0 in | 5.8 x 4.1 x 1.0 in (146.5 x 103.5 x 25 mm) |
| Battery life (hours) | 5 | 5 |
| Power source | Rechargeable battery | Rechargeable battery |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Alignment | Manual target line | Manual target line |
| In the box | USB Type-C charging cable, user guide, warranty card | LM1 launch monitor, USB-C charging cable, protective case, cleaning cloth, user manual |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty (months) | — | 24 |
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