STMax Launch Monitor

ST MAX Features:

• Speed Training with GolfTec: Exclusive to the MAX, this feature guides you through drills and gives real feedback so you can swing faster and hit farther.
• Smarter Internal Design: The upgraded modular setup keeps everything stable and calibrated, so your device is ready to go every time.
• New Case Design: A new charcoal grey finish provides a sleek, high-tech look.
• Dual USB Ports: Two USB-C ports allow you to charge and transfer data at the same time without interrupting your practice.
• Photometric Camera: The SkyTrak ST MAX Photometric Camera combines a high-precision camera with Doppler radar to give golfers accurate, reliable data on every shot.
• Enhanced Ball Tracking: The new photometric cameras improve accuracy, making every shot count and your practice more productive.
• Ball Data: Carry Distance, Total Distance, Ball Speed, Back Spin, Side Spin, Descent Angle, Side Angle, Launch Angle, Shot Shape
• Club Data: Club Head Speed, Smash Factor, Club Path, Face Angle, Face-to-Path
• Improvement Tools: Access all of SkyTrak’s Game Improvement tools, from Skills Assessments and Bag Mapping to Randomized Practice and the Wedge Matrix, to level up your game.

SkyTrak ST MAX and SkyTrak+ Comparison 

ST MAX Product Review

On the surface, the ST MAX looks like the next logical step in SkyTrak’s evolution. It uses a hybrid tracking system — combining dual Doppler radar with high-speed photometric cameras — to measure every aspect of ball flight and club movement. You get carry distance, launch angle, spin rates, club path, face angle, and more — all with the kind of precision that rivals top-tier monitors like the GCQuad or TrackMan.
But the ST MAX isn’t just about data; it’s about turning that data into real improvement. SkyTrak partnered with GOLFTEC, one of the world’s leading golf instruction companies, to build a new Speed Training mode right into the unit.
For the first time, you can work on increasing your swing speed with guided drills and real-time feedback — even without hitting a ball. That means you can train indoors, year-round, and actually see your progress as you get faster.
It’s a small change in concept, but a big one in practice. Speed training has become a huge focus in modern golf, and SkyTrak’s built-in approach gives players a structured, data-driven way to do it safely and effectively.
Subtle Upgrades That Matter
Beyond speed training, SkyTrak made several thoughtful refinements with the ST MAX. The design is sleeker, finished in a professional charcoal-grey casing that feels more premium and durable than before. Inside, a new modular internal architecture helps the unit calibrate more consistently, reducing misreads and improving stability over time.
There’s also a handy new addition: dual USB-C ports, allowing you to charge and transfer data simultaneously — something SkyTrak+ users often wished for.
Under the hood, the ST MAX runs on an upgraded processor that shortens shot-to-display time, so your feedback appears faster. It’s not a radical jump, but it does make practice sessions feel smoother and more responsive.
And of course, it still works with SkyTrak’s full ecosystem of training tools — skills assessments, bag mapping, wedge matrix, and access to over 70 virtual world courses through the Game Improvement membership.
The SkyTrak+ Comparison
Naturally, the first question many golfers are asking is: how does the ST MAX differ from the SkyTrak+ that came before it? Here’s the short answer: they share the same core tracking technology, but the ST MAX adds a few smart, practical improvements. Both models provide equally reliable ball and club data, and both integrate with leading simulator software. The real difference comes down to how you use your monitor.
If you’re mainly using it to hit balls, play simulated rounds, and get feedback, the SkyTrak+ still offers incredible value. But if you’re committed to training — building speed, tracking improvement, and pushing your performance — the ST MAX adds layers of depth that the older model simply doesn’t have.
Who It’s For
The SkyTrak ST MAX is made for the golfer who takes their game seriously — whether that’s a dedicated amateur chasing extra yards, a coach running lessons, or a tech-savvy player building a home training setup. It’s also ideal for anyone who wants to turn “practice” into “purpose.” The new speed training feature alone transforms how you can use your simulator space — it’s not just for simulated rounds anymore. It’s a personal gym for your golf swing.
That said, if your main goal is to have fun and play a few virtual rounds with friends, you might not need the extra horsepower. The SkyTrak+ gives you nearly the same experience for about a thousand dollars less.

The Bottom Line
The SkyTrak ST MAX doesn’t reinvent the wheel — but it polishes it beautifully. It’s faster, smarter, and more refined than the SkyTrak+, with meaningful upgrades for serious players who want to train with intent.
Its combination of radar and camera tracking delivers the kind of accuracy you’d expect from launch monitors three times the price. Add in the new GOLFTEC speed training, a premium design, and a smoother overall user experience, and you’ve got one of the most complete home golf tools available today.
For golfers who live and breathe improvement, the ST MAX is a worthy investment. For everyone else, the SkyTrak+ remains an unbeatable option for under two grand.
Either way, SkyTrak continues to prove that great golf data doesn’t have to come from the tour truck — sometimes it comes from your garage.