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What Golf Simulators Work with GSPro?

Whether you're fine-tuning your swing or playing world-class courses from your living room, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know—compatibility, setup essentials, and key tips for pairing GSPro with your launch monitor. Get ready to transform your home golf setup into a pro-level simulator!

Thanks to the realism, accuracy, and affordability of today’s golf simulators, indoor home golf is more of a thing than ever before.

And one of the most popular ways of achieving that affordable golf simulator realism is with the GSPro software platform.

But, of course, you have to have a golf launch monitor that’s compatible with GSPro. There are several options, but they don’t all connect to the software package in the same way.

And, of course, you have to have the required computer configurations to run the GSPro software.

In other words, there are GSPro questions to answer and scenarios to sort through. That’s what this GSPro golf simulator software guide is going to help you with. Finally, one place with answers to all of your GSPro questions.

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What Is GSPro?

 

The homescreen of the GSPro simulation software

 

GSPro is cutting-edge golf simulator software known for its ultra-realistic physics, high-fidelity graphics, and expansive course library.

And, because it costs just $250 per year, it’s quickly become the go-to choice of many serious sim golfers.

Built on an open-platform model, GSPro allows users to create and share courses, offering unmatched variety.

Unlike some competitors, GSPro features an independent ball flight physics engine, ensuring accurate shot data when paired with compatible launch monitors.

It supports both native integrations and open API connections, making it a flexible choice for golfers seeking an immersive, data-driven experience.

Among the reasons that GSPro is so popular:

  • Realistic ball flight - GSPro uses an independent physics engine, ensuring lifelike ball flight and roll out.
  • User-created courses - Access to hundreds of courses and even the option to create your own.
  • Cost-effective - Unlike E6 Connect’s premium subscriptions, GSPro remains affordable at $250 per year.
  • Active online play - Opportunity to compete in leagues and tournaments with a large online community.

 

Round setting on the GSPro golf simulation platform

 

The Three Primary Components of a Golf Simulator

It’s important to understand how a golf simulator works. Really, there are three primary components that bring the experience to life:

  1. The golf launch monitor
  2. The golf simulator software
  3. The computer needed to run the simulator software

The golf launch monitor is the data powerhouse. It’s the backbone of any simulator setup. Using advanced technologies like high-speed cameras and radar, it captures the ball and club data that serves as the foundation for the simulated shot.

The golf simulator software, including GSPro, brings the game to life. Once the launch monitor captures the information, it sends it to the simulator software, which translates it into a visual and interactive experience. It renders ball flight, course conditions, and shot feedback with impressive realism.

The computer is the processing power behind the simulation. For advanced simulator software like GSPro, a dedicated gaming computer is required to run the very robust software. The graphics processing power and speed of the computer significantly impact the simulator’s overall performance, affecting everything from frame rates to loading times.

With that refresher on how software like GSPro works in concert with a launch monitor and computer, you should have a clearer understanding of everything you’ll need to build your simulator.

Before we explore which golf launch monitor options are compatible with GSPro, let’s make sure that you have the required computing power to pull this off.

Will GSPro Run On Both Mac and PC? And What Are the GSPro System Requirements?

GSPro is limited to PC-only use and runs exclusively on Windows. It requires a gaming-capable PC with a dedicated GPU to handle its high-end graphics and physics engine effectively.

There is no native support for Mac, iOS, Android, or gaming consoles like Xbox or PlayStation. However, Mac users can run GSPro using Boot Camp or Parallels, though performance may vary.

If you’re considering GSPro, it’s critical that you first make sure your PC will meet the minimum system requirements. Those include:

Recommended minimum hardware for 1080p play:

  • 10GB free space
  • GTX 3060
  • 16GB memory
  • Stable internet connection
  • Ethernet port and/or BT depending on launch monitor

Recommended hardware for a great 1080p experience:

  • 20GB free space
  • RTX 3070/3060ti GPU
  • 16GB memory

Recommended hardware for a great 4k experience:

  • 20GB free space
  • RTX 3080 (or better) GPU
  • 32GB memory

As you can see, GSPro requires a robust, dedicated gaming computer. For many users, this is the biggest barrier to entry.

Next, let’s look at how the GSPro software ties together with the golf launch monitor. After that, we’ll get into which specific golf launch monitors are GSPro-compatible.

How Does GSPro Connect to Launch Monitors?

GSPro connects to golf launch monitors in two ways:

  1. Native Integration
  2. Open API Connection

Each method determines how data is transmitted from the launch monitor to the GSPro software, affecting compatibility, ease of setup, and overall performance.

Native Integration: Direct Seamless Connectivity

Certain launch monitors have native integration with GSPro, meaning the software is specifically designed to recognize and communicate with these devices directly. This allows for a plug-and-play experience, where the launch monitor sends shot data instantly to GSPro without requiring a third-party connector or additional configuration.

Open API: Expanding Compatibility

For launch monitors that do not have built-in GSPro integration, the software offers an Open API (Application Programming Interface), allowing third-party developers to create a bridge between the device and GSPro. This means that while the connection isn’t direct, launch monitors can still communicate with GSPro via middleware or plugins that translate the shot data into a format GSPro can process.

So while native connections offer streamlined integration with GSPro, Open API connections provide flexibility to incorporate a broader range of devices, albeit with additional setup considerations.

Launch Monitors Officially Supported by GSPro

 

GSPro and FSX logos overlaid on image of GPSPro virtual golf on a screen

 

These launch monitors are officially recognized and supported by GSPro. That means that each one of these devices is either natively integrated with the GSPro software, or that GSPro has worked with the launch monitor manufacturer to provide a seamless open API connection.

If you want the most reliable, low-latency, direct plug-and-play experience with GSPro, here are the launch monitors for your short list:

Foresight Sports Golf Launch Monitors (Falcon, QuadMAX, GCQuad, GC3, GC3S)

  • Known for their industry-leading accuracy, the Foresight devices are among the most precise launch monitors on the market.
  • These photometric devices track both ball and club data with incredible accuracy, making them a great choice for serious golfers.
  • Native GSPro support means an easy setup and smooth data transfer for an ultra-realistic simulator experience.
  • The Foresight GC3 and GC3S each come with one free year of GSPro.

Bushnell LPi and Launch Pro

  • Like the Foresight GC3S, playing simulator golf with either the new indoor-only LPi or the outgoing Launch Pro requires the $499-per-year Gold Subscription. 
  • But the first year of that subscription is covered for free.
  • And, on top of that, Bushnell is including one free year of GSPro.

Garmin Approach R10 and R50

  • What doesn’t the R50 do, including seamless GSPro connection?
  • Another in a long list of features that make the R10 and R50 so distinctive.

Uneekor Eye XO, Eye XO2, QED, XR, Eye Mini, and Eye Mini Lite

  • Uneekor’s high-speed overhead and floor-standing camera-based launch monitors deliver fast, reliable, and highly accurate shot data.
  • GSPro officially supported integration ensures instant data transmission for an immersive and accurate sim golf experience.

FlightScope Mevo+ and X3C

  • FlightScope’s fusion technology (combining radar and cameras) provides accurate ball and club data.
  • Mevo+ and X3C both feature direct integration with GSPro. Native support means fast, real-time shot feedback with minimal setup.

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Launch Monitors with Open API GSPro Connections

For launch monitors without native GSPro integration or that are not officially supported, the software provides an open API that allows third-party developers to create a connection. While this method often requires additional setup, it enables more launch monitors to work with GSPro.

Here are two of the most popular launch monitor options that connect to GSPro via open API:

Square Golf Launch Monitor

  • Square owners can connect to GSPro without having to pay anything more than the $250 annual GSPro subscription.
  • Because the Square is considered remarkably accurate for only $699, and because GSPro costs only $250 per year, a lot of home golfers view the Square/GSPro combination as the perfect affordable golf simulator.

SkyTrak+

  • While it doesn’t offer plug-and-play functionality, golfers can connect the SkyTrak+ to GSPro using GSPro Connect or other middleware solutions.

Setting Up GSPro: A Step-by-Step Guide

Getting GSPro up and running with your launch monitor is generally pretty simple. Whether you’ve got a native integration or require an open API connection, here’s how to get started:

For Launch Monitors with Native GSPro Integration

  1. Install GSPro - Download and install the GSPro software on your gaming PC.
  2. Connect your launch monitor - Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to connect your launch monitor via USB, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi.
  3. Launch GSPro - Open the software and ensure your launch monitor is recognized.
  4. Select a course and start playing - Once your device is connected, you’re ready to choose from GSPro’s vast library and start your simulator session.

For Launch Monitors Using GSPro’s Open API

  1. Install GSPro and API connector software - Some launch monitors require additional third-party middleware or plugins to connect. Download the required integration tool.
  2. Ensure internet connectivity - The API connection relies on a stable internet connection for real-time shot processing.
  3. Link your launch monitor to the API - Open the integration software and follow the prompts to connect your device to GSPro.
  4. Verify shot data transmission - Before playing, hit a few test shots to confirm that GSPro is receiving accurate data.
  5. Start playing - One everything is linked, select a course and tee off!
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Competing Online

One of the biggest draws of GSPro is its online community, where golfers can compete in international leagues and multiplayer modes. The Simulator Golf Tour is a popular GSPro online tour, with weekly tournaments on big-name courses. Golfers also regularly organize private GSPro leagues.

Players can engage in live peer-to-peer matches, taking on friends in real time through GSPro’s multiplayer feature. And because GSPro integrates a handicap system, the competitions have a much greater chance of being fair across different skill levels.

Everything You Need to Know About GSPro

 

A golf hole on a virtual GPSPro golf course in a rocky scene with pine trees

 

GSPro is one of the most popular third-party golf simulator software options. There’s an almost cult-like following in the forums and elsewhere online as people gravitate towards this open platform that allows users to create and share custom golf courses. It means the course library is constantly expanding.

Also, for the stunning graphics quality and overall realism of many of the courses in the library, people generally view the $250 annual GSPro subscription as very reasonable.

Even though most golf launch monitor manufacturers have now developed their own proprietary simulator software, so many golf simulator users still either prefer GSPro or want it as an additional option.

You should now know everything you need to know about whether or not you’ll be able to use GSPro, including which launch monitors are compatible, what type of computer is required, how the software, launch monitor, and computer work together, the difference between native GSPro integration and an open API connection, and even how to connect all of the components.

Time now for you to choose a GSPro-compatible golf simulator.

About PlayBetter Golf Reviewer Marc Sheforgen

Marc Sheforgen is a golf writer whose passion for the game far exceeds his ability to play it well. Marc covers all things golf, from product reviews and equipment recommendations to event coverage and tournament analysis. When he’s not playing, watching, or writing about golf, he enjoys traveling (often golf-related), youth sports coaching, volunteering, and record collecting.

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