Is 2026 the year of the budget launch monitor? It seems that way, and we’re here for it.

In the last few years, launch monitors have not only become better, but they’re more affordable than ever. 

Today’s budget launch monitors start at around $200, a sharp contrast to one of the top budget friendly launch monitors of the past few years, the Rapsodo MLM2Pro with its modest $700 asking price. Some of Rapsodo’s competition charges double or more for similar products, and many of those options require a subscription to take advantage of some features.

That all explains why a $200 launch monitor is so attractive for many players. If you just want to know how far you hit the ball, your ball speed and clubhead speed, there’s no need to pay more in 2026. 

With new options for Shot Scope, Izzo, and Blue Tees, to name a few, golfers have more launch monitor options than ever. Now, you can choose how much you want to pay, and what data you need for that price.

Let’s take a closer look at some of today’s best budget launch monitors.