The difference that matters
The Ernest Sports ES Tour Plus lists more club data (7 parameters against 2). Only the TruGolf Launch Box is listed for outdoor use as well as indoors. At the prices we observed, the Ernest Sports ES Tour Plus costs $1,204 less.
Side by side
| Specification | TruGolf Launch Box | Ernest Sports ES Tour Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Tracking | Camera | Radar + camera |
| Detail | Camera-based | Quad Doppler radar with two high-speed infrared cameras |
| Placement | Beside the ball | Beside the ball |
| Room depth (FOREference) | 13.5–15.5 ft | 13.5–15.5 ft |
| Stated ceiling | — | — |
| Spin | Measured | Measured |
| Ball data listed | 6 | 14 |
| Club data listed | 2 | 7 |
| Indoor / outdoor | Both | Indoor |
| Ball marking | Not required | Not stated |
| Display | iOS, PC or Android | PC, iOS or Android |
| Subscription | Not stated | Not stated |
| Weight | — | 2 lb |
| Price seen | $2,999 | $1,795 |
Highlighted rows differ. Figures come from each product's sources; room depth, distances and brightness are FOREference calculations using the same method for both.
Which should you choose?
TruGolf Launch Box
Choose the TruGolf Launch Box if you also want to use it at the range.
Ernest Sports ES Tour Plus
Choose the Ernest Sports ES Tour Plus if you want club delivery data (path, face, loft) or price leads the decision ($1,204 less).
Before you buy either
- Check the room: room size calculator and ceiling height calculator.
- Confirm what each seller includes — accessories, software trials and bundles change often.
- Read the limitations on each full reference page.
FOREference compares published specifications; we have not tested these products side by side. How we work · Disclosure