For years, one of the things I’ve loved most about FlightScope products is that they give you a professional-level experience without requiring any subscriptions.
You buy the hardware once, and you’re good to go.
But if you’ve been eyeing the Mevo Gen 2 or the outgoing Mevo Plus, you’ve probably noticed there are two optional upgrades available: the Pro Package and Face Impact Location.
These aren’t cheap add-ons. At retail, they’ll set you back $1,000 and $499 respectively – or $1,499 if you bundle them together.
But here’s the thing: FlightScope runs sales constantly, and with our discount code BREAKINGEIGHTYPLUS, you can get significantly better pricing that makes these upgrades much more compelling.
So the question becomes: are they actually worth it? And more importantly, who should buy them?
Let’s break it all down.
The FlightScope Mevo Gen 2 vs. Mevo Plus: What’s the Difference?
Both the Mevo Gen 2 and Mevo Plus are portable Doppler radar launch monitors that work both indoors and outdoors. They provide professional-level data, connect to simulator software, and use the same FS Golf app experience.
The Mevo Plus has been my favorite overall launch monitor for years. It’s been around longer, has a proven track record, and has received countless free software updates that have made it better and better over time.
But its time is coming to an end as it’s being discontinued.
The Mevo Gen 2 is essentially the updated version of the Mevo Plus. It’s slightly smaller with a vertical orientation (think TikTok vs. YouTube), has significantly better battery life (6 hours vs. 3 hours), and benefits from improved connectivity features right out of the box.
Functionally, they provide the same base data and the same user experience. The Gen 2 just feels like the more future-proof option.
The Mevo Plus is currently being discontinued and is on closeout for $1,099 ($1044.05 with our code). The Gen 2 retails for $1,299 ($1,234 with our code). For most people, I think the extra $200ish for the Gen 2 is worth it for the better battery life and knowing you’re getting the latest hardware.
But if you’re budget-conscious, the Mevo Plus at closeout pricing is still an excellent value.
Both devices are compatible with the Pro Package and Face Impact Location upgrades, which is what we’re here to talk about.
Still debating these two? Here’s a good comparison.
What You Get with a Base Mevo Gen 2 or Mevo Plus
Before we talk about the upgrades, it’s important to understand what you’re getting out of the box.
Both the Mevo Gen 2 and Mevo Plus provide comprehensive ball flight data, including:
- Ball speed
- Launch angle
- Launch direction
- Spin rate
- Spin axis
- Apex height
- Carry distance
- Total distance
- Flight time
- Land angle
- Offline
- Smash factor
Even better is that all of these metrics are measured rather than calculated. Many lower-cost launch monitors will measure 4-6 data points and then use an algorithm to figure out the rest. With the Mevo devices, these data points are actually measured where applicable, which provides more accurate results.
For most casual golfers who just want to play virtual rounds or get general feedback on their shots, this base package is more than enough. You can see exactly how far you’re hitting each club, dial in your distances, and have a blast playing courses in your simulator.
But if you’re someone who wants to really dig into the technical side of your swing and understand what’s happening at impact? That’s where these upgrades become interesting.
The Pro Package: Welcome to the D-Plane
The Pro Package adds 11 additional data parameters that focus on club data and what’s happening at impact.
Here’s what you get:
- Club path
- Face to path
- Face to target
- Dynamic loft
- Vertical swing plane
- Horizontal swing plane
- Low point
- Vertical descent angle
- Curve
- Club speed profile
- Club acceleration profile
This is what’s known as the complete d-plane dataset – essentially everything you need to understand the relationship between how the club is moving and how it’s impacting the ball.
Why Does this Matter?
If you’re working with a coach or really trying to dial in specific aspects of your swing, this data becomes invaluable.
Want to know if you’re coming over the top? Club path will tell you.
Trying to figure out why you can’t hit a draw? Face to path shows you exactly what’s happening at impact.
Working on strike quality with your irons? Low point data helps you see if you’re bottoming out in the right spot.
This is the kind of information that tour players and their coaches use daily. And now you can have it in your garage or at the range for a fraction of what you’d pay for a lesson package analyzing this same data.
The FlightScope Pro Package Software Experience
