Shot Scope LM1 vs Voice Caddie Swing Caddie SC4
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
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Why Shot Scope LM1 is better
- Price: $350 cheaper (199.99 vs 549.99)
- 3-year cost: $350 cheaper over three years (199.99 vs 549.99)
- Weight: 0.64 lb lighter (0.66 vs 1.3)
Why Voice Caddie Swing Caddie SC4 is better
- Accuracy tier: Game-improvement accuracy class (Game-improvement vs Entry-level)
- Spin measurement: Estimated spin (Estimated spin vs No spin data)
- Measured ball data: 3 of 9 ball metrics measured (vs 1) (3 vs 1)
- Sim software: 1 more sim title supported (1 vs 0)
- Battery life: 5 hours longer battery (10 vs 5)
Specs Comparison
Shot Scope LM1 $200 vs Voice Caddie Swing Caddie SC4 $550
| Specification | Shot Scope LM1 $200 | Voice Caddie Swing Caddie SC4 $550 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $200 | $550 |
| Measurement | ||
| Tracking technology | Doppler radar | Doppler radar |
| Radar type | Single Doppler | Single Doppler |
| Spin measurement | Not reported | Estimated |
| Marked balls | Not required | Not required |
| Accuracy tier | Entry-level | Game-improvement |
| Data points per shot | 5 | — |
| Ball data | ||
| Ball speed | Measured | Measured |
| Launch angle | Not reported | Measured |
| Launch direction | Not reported | Measured |
| Spin rate | Not reported | Calculated |
| Spin axis | Not reported | Not reported |
| Carry distance | Calculated | Calculated |
| Total distance | Calculated | Calculated |
| Apex height | Not reported | Calculated |
| Descent angle | Not reported | Not reported |
| Offline distance | 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 | Not reported |
| Dynamic loft | Not reported | 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) | 4.6 | 5 |
| Min ball flight (ft) | — | 10 |
| Lefty / righty | No repositioning | No repositioning |
| Installation | None (portable) | None (portable) |
| Sim software | ||
| Simulator capable | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| GSPro support | No | No |
| E6 Connect support | No | Native |
| Awesome Golf support | No | — |
| TGC 2019 support | No | — |
| FSX Play support | No | No |
| First-party software | none | E6-bundled; MySwingCaddie app (practice/data only) |
| Sim software | — | OptiShot Orion |
| Included sim content | — | E6 Connect license (iOS & PC) with 1 course + 1 driving range included at no extra cost; full E6 course library requires an optional E6 subscription. E6 compatibility was added by app update a few months after launch. |
| Subscription | ||
| Subscription (per year) | None | None |
| Works without subscription | '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. | Complete without any subscription: all metrics on the built-in LCD with voice output, free MySwingCaddie app for shot history and swing video overlays. Only optional spend is expanding the E6 Connect course library (third-party title cost). |
| Connectivity & apps | ||
| Apps | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Built-in display | LCD readout | LCD readout |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Offline mode | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Physical & power | ||
| Weight (lb) | 0.66 | 1.3 |
| Dimensions (in) | 5.8 x 4.1 x 1.0 in (146.5 x 103.5 x 25 mm) | 4.9 x 7.6 x 1.1 in (124 x 193 x 29 mm) |
| Battery life (hours) | 5 | 10 |
| Power source | Rechargeable battery | Rechargeable battery |
| Charging port | USB-C | — |
| Alignment | Manual target line | Manual target line |
| In the box | LM1 launch monitor, USB-C charging cable, protective case, cleaning cloth, user manual | SC4 launch monitor, remote control, USB cable, user manual, E6 Connect license (iOS & PC) |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty (months) | 24 | — |
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