In this comparison blog, we're going to compare the key differences between two of the most popular golf launch monitors on the market: the FlightScope Mevo Gen 2 and the Square. Both are designed to give golfers accurate ball data, simulator capability and portable performance for home practice and simulator play. They also both sit comfortably in the ‘serious golf tech’ category, offering far more than just basic distance carry numbers.
However, there are some important differences between them.
The Mevo Gen 2 is a radar-based unit with FlightScope’s Fusion Tracking technology, designed for golfers who want detailed performance data, strong simulator integration, and a more traditional launch monitor setup that works across multiple devices and platforms.
The Square takes a more modern, simplified approach, focusing on accessibility, ease of use and a lightweight simulator experience that’s designed to get you up and running quickly without a complex setup. However, it’s worth noting upfront that the Square is designed for indoor use only, while the Mevo Gen 2 works comfortably both indoors and outdoors.
So which one’s right for you? Let’s break it down:
Comparison points
We’ve broken things down into key categories and scored each one – 1 point for a winner, 0.5 points each for a draw:
- Price
- Set-up & usability
- Video
- Accuracy & metrics
- Simulator play & ecosystem
- App experience & features
- Battery life
- Hitting zone & dexterity
Let’s see how they compare to one another.
Price
Mevo Gen 2: £1,199.00 (no additional subscription needed).
Square launch monitor: £699.
Summary: This is one of the clearest wins for Square. It comes in at roughly half the price of the Mevo Gen 2, making it far more accessible for golfers who want entry into launch monitor tech without a big upfront investment. That said, the Mevo Gen 2 sits in a different category. It’s built for deeper data, stronger simulator integration, and long-term training value. You’re paying more, but you’re also getting a more advanced system with far greater scope. Still, Square takes this one comfortably, on value for money.
Score: Mevo Gen 2: 0 | Square: 1
Set-up & usability
Mevo Gen 2
Sits behind the ball and requires around 8 feet of space behind it, plus an additional 8 feet of ball flight (16 feet total room depth minimum). It connects to the FS Golf app on phone, tablet or PC to display all shot data. Compact and easy to transport between practice sessions.
Square
Very compact and lightweight, sits beside the ball (42cm to the side and 15cm in front), requiring much less room depth than a radar-based system. Connects to a mobile device via the app and is built around fast, minimal-effort use with a strong ‘hit and go’ experience. Designed for indoor use only – direct sunlight can affect the camera and infrared LED system.
Summary
Square is noticeably more plug-and-play. You can set it down, connect quickly, and start hitting almost immediately. The Mevo Gen 2 is still straightforward, but requires more space, alignment and setup steps. Square takes this one.
Score: Mevo Gen 2: 0 | Square: 2
Video
Mevo Gen 2
Records your swing and applies FlightScope Shot Tracer, overlaying a 3D-style ball flight with data directly onto the video. Can operate as a standalone capture system and supports multi-angle recording through FS Multicam when using additional devices.
Square
Offers basic swing recording through connected devices, focusing more on quick visual feedback rather than advanced shot tracing or detailed data overlays.
Summary
The Mevo Gen 2 is significantly more advanced here. The Shot Tracer plus full data overlay makes it a powerful coaching and analysis tool, especially for reviewing swing mechanics and ball flight together. Mevo Gen 2 takes this one.
Score: Mevo Gen 2: 1 | Square: 2
Accuracy & metrics
Mevo Gen 2
Powered by FlightScope’s Fusion Tracking technology – combining 3D Doppler radar with camera analysis for tour-grade accuracy. Captures 18 metrics out of the box: Carry Distance, Roll Distance, Total Distance (Carry + Roll), Ball Speed, Club Speed, Smash Factor, Vertical Launch Angle, Horizontal Launch Angle, Spin Rate, Spin Axis, Apex Height, Flight Time, Lateral Landing, Angle of Attack, Shot Type, Launch Speed (Putting only), and Ball Direction (Putting only).
You can also upgrade to the Pro Package and Face Impact Location bundle for additional metrics, including: Face to Path, Face to Target, Dynamic Loft, Club Path, Vertical Swing Plane, Horizontal Swing Plane, Low Point, Vertical Descent Angle, Curve, Club Speed Profile, and Club Acceleration Profile.
Square
Uses a camera-based system focused on simplicity and core ball data. Does not measure clubhead speed or smash factor directly. Dotted golf balls (3 included) are needed for accurate spin readings, and club marker stickers are required for swing path and face angle data. Captures 12 metrics including: Ball Speed, Direction, Angle, Spin Rate, Spin Axis, Apex, Carry/Run/Total Distance, Swing Path, Face Angle, Dynamic Loft, and Angle of Attack.
Summary
Square keeps things simple, but Mevo Gen 2 is in a different league for depth. The combination of radar + camera tracking delivers far more data and a clearer long-term improvement pathway. It also works reliably both indoors and outdoors, whereas the Square is restricted to indoor use only – a significant practical difference for anyone planning to use their launch monitor at the range. Mevo Gen 2 wins this category comfortably.
Score: Mevo Gen 2: 2 | Square: 2
Simulator play & ecosystem
Mevo Gen 2
Ships with an 8-course E6 Connect package included – Kiawah Ocean, Torrey Pines, Valderrama, Kapalua Plantation, and more. No subscription is required for core data or the included courses. Fully compatible with GSPro, Creative Golf 3D, Awesome Golf, and additional E6 packages for expanded simulator play.
Square
10 courses included out of the box, with 10 more on the way – plus full compatibility with GSPro and E6 Connect for a wider course library. No subscriptions or monthly fees. Supports Square Golf App, Awesome Golf, GSPro, and E6 Connect, offering a more casual and accessible simulator experience without needing a powerful PC setup.
The Square golf launch monitor runs on a pay-as-you-play credit system. Your purchase includes 1,000 free credits, which is enough for around 55 full rounds. After that, top-ups are available from £2.99 for 100 credits up to £19.99 for 1,000. The driving range, putting green, and data readouts are free without credits.
Summary
Both launch monitors avoid the monthly subscription fees you’ll find with a lot of competing systems, which is a real advantage at this price point. The Square launch monitor does a very good job of making simulator golf accessible. You get 10 included courses straight away, another 10 planned, GSPro and E6 compatibility, plus a pay-as-you-go credit model that keeps costs flexible for casual golfers.
The Mevo Gen 2, however, feels like the more complete long-term simulator platform. Its compatibility with Creative Golf 3D and the wider E6 ecosystem gives it more depth overall, particularly with PC connection, for golfers wanting a dedicated home simulator setup or a more serious practice environment.
Square wins on simplicity and course count out of the box. Mevo Gen 2 wins on ecosystem depth and long-term flexibility – unlimited free play on its 8 courses forever, plus broader compatibility with Creative Golf 3D, GSPro, Awesome Golf and TGC, where Square’s full simulated rounds eventually require credit top-ups. Overall, Mevo Gen 2 takes this one for serious long-term simulator use.
Score: Mevo Gen 2: 3 | Square: 2
App experience & features
Mevo Gen 2
The FS Golf app is designed around structured practice and detailed shot analysis. You get Shot Tracer visuals, full session history, club and ball data breakdowns, skills challenges, and compatibility across iOS, Android, and PC. The overall experience feels more performance-focused and geared towards golfers who want to track improvement over time.
Square
Square focuses on ease of use and quick feedback through its mobile app. The interface is clean, straightforward, and easy to navigate, making it ideal for golfers who want to hit balls, see numbers quickly, and move on without digging through layers of data or settings.
Summary
These two systems are targeting slightly different golfers. Square prioritises simplicity and accessibility, which makes it excellent for relaxed practice sessions and golfers new to launch monitor technology. The Mevo Gen 2, meanwhile, offers a much deeper practice environment with stronger analysis tools, better session tracking, and more advanced feedback overall.
If you simply want quick numbers, Square does the job very well. If you want to properly analyse and improve your golf game over time, the Mevo Gen 2 offers much more depth. Different golfers will prefer different setups here. We’ll call it a draw.
Score: Mevo Gen 2: 3.5 | Square: 2.5
Battery life
Mevo Gen 2
Up to 6 hours of USB-C rechargeable battery, making it easy to recharge between practice sessions and simulator use.
Square
Up to 8 hours on a removable lithium-ion battery, charged via USB-C.
Summary
There’s a clear gap here in Square’s favour. Both provide enough battery life for extended range sessions, simulator rounds, or practice evenings, but the Square has roughly two extra hours of runtime on a single charge. Both units charge via USB-C, but the Square’s removable lithium-ion battery delivers up to 8 hours per charge versus the Mevo Gen 2’s 6 hours. Square takes this one for longer runtime.
Score: Mevo Gen 2: 3.5 | Square: 3.5
Hitting zone & dexterity
Mevo Gen 2
Uses a larger radar-based hitting zone with the unit positioned behind the ball, allowing more freedom when hitting from mats or grass. It also handles left- and right-handed golfers seamlessly without needing to reposition the device between shots.
Square
Uses a smaller camera-based hitting area that requires slightly more precise alignment and ball positioning for consistent reads. Switching between left- and right-handed golfers can also require more setup adjustments depending on your space.
Summary
If you’re always hitting from the same spot and using the monitor solo, the smaller hitting zone on the Square probably won’t be a major issue. However, in shared simulator setups, coaching environments, or outdoor range sessions where flexibility matters, the Mevo Gen 2 feels noticeably easier to live with day-to-day. The larger hitting area and effortless left/right-handed switching make the Mevo Gen 2 the more forgiving and versatile option overall. Mevo Gen 2 takes this one.
Score: Mevo Gen 2: 4.5 | Square: 3.5
Comparison table
| Category | Mevo Gen 2 | Square | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,199 upfront, no subscription required | £699 upfront, no subscription. Credit-based play system | Square |
| Set-up & usability | Radar setup behind the ball, requires FS Golf app on phone/tablet/PC | Compact camera-based setup with quick mobile app connection and minimal alignment | Square |
| Video | Shot Tracer overlays ball flight on swing video via phone/tablet with 3D ball flight data points | Basic swing recording and shot replay through connected mobile devices | Mevo Gen 2 |
| Accuracy & metrics | 18 metrics out of the box, with more available via Pro Package, Fusion Tracking (radar + camera) | Core ball and shot data through camera tracking with fewer advanced club metrics | Mevo Gen 2 |
| Simulator play & ecosystem | 8-course E6 Connect bundle included, full GSPro/TGC/Awesome Golf support, no subscription | 10 included courses, GSPro and E6 Connect compatible, pay-as-you-play credit system | Mevo Gen 2 |
| App experience & features | Data-rich FS Golf app, pro-leaning, strong review tools | Simple mobile-first app focused on quick feedback and easy practice sessions | Draw |
| Battery life | ~6 hours USB-C | ~8 hours USB-C | Square |
| Hitting zone & dexterity | Large hitting zone, effortless left/right dexterity swap | Smaller hitting area requiring more precise setup and alignment | Mevo Gen 2 |
Final scores: Mevo Gen 2: 4.5 | Square: 3.5
Final verdict: Mevo Gen 2 comes out on top
The Square Golf Launch Monitor offers excellent value and is one of the easiest entry points into simulator golf and launch monitor technology. It’s compact, simple to use, subscription-free, and ideal for golfers who mainly want quick feedback, casual simulator play, and an affordable home practice setup.
However, the Mevo Gen 2 feels like the more complete long-term package overall. You’re getting more advanced tracking technology, deeper ball and club data, stronger simulator integration, better video analysis tools, and a much broader upgrade path through the Pro Package and Face Impact Location features. While it costs more upfront, the Mevo Gen 2 delivers a far more professional-level practice and simulation experience with unlimited free play on its included courses and no subscription requirements.
But as always, the best choice depends on what kind of golfer you are and how serious you want your setup to become.
Which should I pick?
The Mevo Gen 2 is the better choice if you want a launch monitor you can genuinely grow into over time. It offers deeper ball and club data, stronger simulator compatibility, better video analysis, and the flexibility to practise both indoors and outdoors at a very high level. If you’re serious about improving, building a home simulator, or want access to advanced data through the Pro Package upgrades, it’s the more complete long-term investment.
The Square Golf Launch Monitor makes more sense if simplicity, portability, and affordability are your main priorities. It’s quick to set up, easy to use, and gives golfers a very accessible way into simulator golf and launch monitor technology without spending over £1,000 upfront. For casual practice, fun simulator rounds, and golfers newer to launch monitor tech, it’s a very appealing option.
Both are strong products – it just depends on whether you value simplicity and price, or long-term performance and deeper data.
We have close to twenty years of experience in the industry, so if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
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FAQs
Do I need a subscription for the Mevo Gen 2?
No, there’s no additional subscription to use the Mevo Gen 2. All 18 core metrics and the 8-course E6 Connect package are available straight out of the box with no ongoing fees. Optional upgrades like the Pro Package and Face Impact Location are available if you want more advanced data, but these are one-off purchases rather than subscriptions.
Do I need a subscription for the Square?
No, the Square golf launch monitor doesn’t require a traditional subscription to use the device or access its core features. Instead, it runs on a pay-as-you-play credit system for simulator golf. You get 1,000 credits included with the purchase, which is typically enough for around 55 full rounds. Top-ups range from £2.99 for 100 credits to £19.99 for 1,000 credits. It also works with simulator platforms like GSPro and E6 Connect, so you’re not locked into any ongoing monthly fee. Overall, it’s a more flexible, usage-based approach rather than a subscription model.
Which launch monitor is more accurate?
Both the Mevo Gen 2 and Square are accurate enough for home practice and simulator golf, but they suit slightly different needs. The Mevo Gen 2 uses FlightScope’s Fusion Tracking (radar + camera) and delivers more consistent performance across indoor and outdoor conditions, with deeper ball and club data. The Square focuses on simplicity and quick setup, giving solid ball data for nets and simulator use, but with less depth in advanced club metrics. Overall, the Mevo Gen 2 is the more complete and consistent option, while Square prioritises ease of use.
Which launch monitor is better for beginners?
Both the Mevo Gen 2 and Square can work well for beginners, but they suit slightly different priorities. The Square is generally the more beginner-friendly option thanks to its simple setup, quick feedback, and more plug-and-play experience. It’s designed to get you hitting shots and seeing basic ball data with minimal setup or technical knowledge.
The Mevo Gen 2 is better suited if you want to grow into your data over time. It gives more detailed metrics, deeper analysis, and a more advanced training environment, but it does come with a slightly steeper learning curve. In short, Square is easier to start with, while Mevo Gen 2 is better if you want something you can progress with as your game improves.
Can I use the Mevo Gen 2 and Square outdoors?
The Mevo Gen 2 works comfortably both indoors and outdoors thanks to its radar-based Fusion Tracking, which performs well on the range or grass when you have enough space behind the ball. The Square, however, is designed for indoor use only – its high-speed camera and infrared LED tracking system can be affected by direct sunlight, so it isn’t suited to outdoor or open-range use. If outdoor practice is important to you, the Mevo Gen 2 is the clear choice.
Is the Mevo Gen 2 worth the price difference?
Whether the Mevo Gen 2 is worth the price difference over the Square comes down to how seriously you want to get into data and practice. The Mevo Gen 2 offers more detailed metrics, radar-based Fusion Tracking, stronger outdoor performance, and a more advanced upgrade path, making it better suited to golfers who want to analyse and improve over time. The Square is more affordable and easier to use day-to-day, with a simpler, more accessible experience aimed at quick feedback and casual practice. In short, Square is great for straightforward use, while the Mevo Gen 2 justifies its higher price if you want deeper data and a more long-term training tool.
