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The Omni is Square Golf’s second launch monitor offering, following the original Square Golf Home which launched in late 2024.
The Omni can be thought of as an upgraded, more powerful version of the Home, with four high-speed infrared cameras for tracking, a built-in onboard display, a larger hitting area, suitability for both indoor and outdoor use, and ability to use unmarked balls — all at an affordable budget price point.
In this Square Golf Omni review, I’ll take an in-depth look at the launch monitor. I’ll look not only at how well it measures ball and swing data, but also at its usability and simulation capabilities.
How does the Omni perform? How does it compare to the Home model and other popular launch monitors that are on the market today? Is it worth getting if you’re looking for a quality golf simulation experience?
Here’s what I’m going to be covering in the review:
- What is the Square Golf Omni?
- Setting Up The Omni
- Parameters & Accuracy
- Software & Simulation
- Pricing & Plans
- Where To Buy The Omni Online
- Final Thoughts
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Note: In the majority of cases, launch monitors tested on Golfstead are acquired temporarily and are not purchased. The review that follows is based on personal experience and research. Although the author makes every effort to ensure proper setup of the device and do direct comparisons with other launch monitors when possible, there are many variables that can affect data readings and performance. Therefore, exact results with a particular launch monitor may differ from person to person.
What is the Square Golf Omni?
The Square Golf Omni is a photometric launch monitor that tracks club and ball data using four high-speed infrared cameras. It’s designed for high accuracy and can be used equally well indoors and outdoors.
Like the original Square Golf Home and other camera-based launch monitors, the Omni sits in front of the golfer, but its hitting area is larger than the Home.
In addition, the Omni is designed to improve on the Home in several other ways, namely:
- four high-speed cameras instead of two
- an integrated screen that displays instant shot feedback without needing external devices
- suitability for outdoor use, with optimal performance in a variety of surface and environmental conditions including on grass and in direct sunlight
Included shaft and clubface stickers allow the device to measure club path and face impact location, respectively.
This launch monitor includes built-in simulator software that offers course play, practice, a data mode, and a closest-to-the-pin challenge. All features except for course play are accessible for free, while pay-as-you-go credits are used in order to play holes. The Omni can also integrate with third-party solutions GSPro, Awesome Golf, and E6 CONNECT.
1000 free welcome credits are included with a purchase of the Omni. One credit is consumed for every hole played.
Setting Up The Omni
The Square Golf Omni comes with a stand, battery, AC power adapter, and alignment stick. Shaft and clubface stickers are also included.
To turn the device on or off, press and hold the power button on top of the unit for at least one second.
While the Omni can operate independently without external software thanks to the built-in LCD display, I recommend installing either the Square Golf app for Android/iOS or the Square Golf PC software in order to access all available features.
The hitting zone is 25cm x 25cm (minus a small piece in the top-right corner), with the launch monitor being placed 35cm above and 5cm to the left of the top-left corner. See the illustration below:
Note that the ball will need to be placed in the left (or front) half of the hitting zone in order for the Omni to be able to measure club data.
The Omni can compensate for tilt and for the bottom of the unit being higher or lower than the ball, but this can shrink the size of the hitting zone. It’s recommended to place the Omni on a flat surface that is level with the ball.
Once the Status LED at the top of the unit turns solid green, you can hit your shot.
Additional Notes
- while the integrated display on the Omni displays ball data, club data can only be viewed on the app
- the default target line is parallel to the front cover of the launch monitor, though this can be changed using an alignment stick and the built-in display
- the battery slot is at the bottom of the Omni
- while the Omni can operate outdoors without issue, direct sunlight shouldn’t enter the camera lenses, and the unit shouldn’t face the sun
- the launch monitor has an IP44 rating which protects it from splashing water in any direction
- the replaceable lithium-ion battery lasts 5-7 hours on a full charge
- the Omni can be easily and conveniently connected to a mobile device or PC via Bluetooth
For more detailed setup instructions, information, and tips, see the Square Golf Omni user manual.
Parameters & Accuracy
Data Parameters
The Square Golf Omni launch monitor provides data on the following parameters:
- Ball Data: ball speed, carry distance, total distance, run, launch direction, launch angle, backspin, sidespin, apex, spin rate, spin axis, landing angle, offline distance
- Club Data: club head speed, smash factor, club path, angle of attack, face to target, horizontal impact, vertical impact, dynamic loft
A few things to note:
- dynamic loft and face angle are estimated in the app
- at a minimum, shaft stickers must be applied in order to get club data
- ball speed, launch angle, launch direction, spin rate, spin axis, and carry distance are displayed on the built-in screen
- the Omni adds several additional club and ball data points compared to the Home model
Accuracy
After testing the Omni and comparing my numbers to those from the Foresight Sports GC3 and Uneekor EYE MINI, I came away very, very impressed.
Almost all of the ball data is pretty spot on, not much different from professional systems. The lone exception is spin axis, which tends to be a bit wonky and inconsistent, at least in my experience.
Club data, on the other hand, isn’t on quite the same level of accuracy. It’s good, but you can tell the difference with higher-end launch monitors, especially ceiling-mounted ones like the Foresight Falcon. In the budget category, the Omni’s club data accuracy is on the higher end, though you shouldn’t expect much more than that.
Having said all this, the Omni is at or near the top when it comes to accuracy per dollar spent. It’s generally more accurate than the Home model, and mis-reads and no-reads are almost non-existent.
Software & Simulation
Square Golf App
In-house simulation software is provided for the Omni, available for iOS, Android and PC. It offers:
- Practice Ranges: instant shot feedback in a realistic driving range environment; shot tracers with multiple camera angles; data points displayed after every shot
- Putting Practice: provides detailed feedback on putts of any length (distance, direction, speed, etc.); putt simulation with dynamic camera views; green speed adjustment
- Data Mode: allows you to review the full set of shot data (club marker needed for club data); illustrations are provided to help you visualize many of the parameters
- Course Play: play alone or with up to four players on over 22 fictional but realistic golf courses; you can customize tee positions, green speeds, and more
- Closest To The Pin: try to hit your shot as close to the pin as possible; can hit short pitches or long approach shots; different distance mode options; receive a range of data metrics after each shot
This is a really great app. While there are no online features (third-party options are needed for that), the software will be more than sufficient for the majority of Square Golf users.
While this software is also used with the Square Golf Home, when using the Omni, additional club data is provided, and marked balls are not needed for spin data.
Third-Party Solutions
Beyond the in-house app, the Omni can also integrate with third-party simulator software solutions E6, E6 CONNECT, GSPro, and Awesome Golf.
E6
E6 (formerly E6 APEX) is the latest iteration of TruGolf’s E6 software. This next-generation solution succeeds the tried-and-true E6 CONNECT with significantly improved graphics.
E6 places more emphasis on game improvement and data analysis than E6 CONNECT does. While course play is now available with over 15,000 courses at 4K resolution, the software is still limited to solo play and local multiplayer for full rounds, although it now includes online community features.
Courses in E6 are rendered using vertical LiDAR data and GPS mapping. Its main features include:
- Practice: choose from a wide variety of ranges and get detailed feedback and data on each shot.
- Course Play: play a course of your choosing alone or with other players locally in multiple formats, including Stroke Play, Scramble, Best Ball, Match Play, and Stableford.
- Challenges: quick minigames (putting, approach, scrambling, etc.) for game improvement.
- Bag Mapping: identify your average distances and dispersion patterns for every club in your bag.
- Club Fitting: detailed session analytics designed for club fitters.
- On-Course Practice: practice from virtually any location on a course while tracking your performance.
The software has other cool features too, such as access to special video tips from golf instructors, online Clubhouses, tournaments, events, and leaderboards, with more being added over time. The software is offered in several subscription packages that unlock more of these features.
E6 is excellent software, and if it ever gets live online rounds, it will safely be able to replace E6 CONNECT to become TruGolf’s software of choice.
E6 CONNECT
E6 CONNECT is TruGolf’s long-standing golf simulation software solution known for its quality and diverse range of features.
The full version of E6 CONNECT for PC will give you access to the full gamut of features including:
- a full driving range and practice area
- full course play
- tournament play and online events
- an array of multiplayer formats
- flexible gameplay settings (mulligans, wind, weather, etc.)
- minigames including Long Drive and Closest To The Pin
With an Expanded Subscription to E6 CONNECT, you get over 68 additional courses to play (100+ total).
GSPro
In most golfing communities today, the general consensus is that GSPro is the best third-party software to use for golf simulators.
Designed to be ultra-realistic with advanced ball physics and 4K graphics, what makes GSPro unique is its integration with the Open Platform Course Designer (OPCD), which allows anyone, regardless of skillset, to create courses that can be played by members of the GSPro community.
In addition, GSPro integrates with Simulator Golf Tour (SGT), a service that allows players to participate in virtual golf tours with weekly tournaments. You can even compete in the PGA Tour schedule.
Aside from the large community that is constantly building new courses (well over 2500 are currently available) and playing in tournaments, GSPro offers:
- lifelike 4K graphics built with the Unity engine
- an OpenAPI interface
- a driving range, on-course practice, bag mapping, and skills challenges
- full course play (with flyovers) in a variety of formats, including Stroke Play, Scramble, Match Play, Best Ball, Stableford, and Alternate Shot
- local and online multiplayer for up to eight players
In my view, GSPro isn’t as suitable for tech-challenged golfers as other software, although you can keep yourself very busy with the practice and local play modes without getting too involved in the community stuff.
Awesome Golf
Awesome Golf is a software that has a distinct cartoon art style and is heavily focused on fun and entertainment with friends, family and children. It’s also one of the most affordable third-party solutions for the Omni.
Awesome Golf has four main modes:
- Range: informative practice sessions, coaching tools, and an in-depth analysis of every shot.
- Challenges: closest to the pin, long drive, target golf, and skills challenge.
- Shootouts: kid-friendly minigames including Super Splash and Boat Blast.
- Virtual Golf: full course play on a variety of fictional courses in varied environments.
The software also comes with a community app that allows you to register yourself as a user, get access to in-depth stats from your sessions, and participate in leaderboards for challenges & shootouts.
Awesome Golf doesn’t recreate real-life courses but it’s packed with fun simulation features that will keep you busy for hours on end. The software is currently available for PC, iOS and Android, and licenses are multi-platform.
Pricing & Plans
The Square Golf launch monitor costs $1599 USD.
The purchase comes with a tripod stand, lithium-ion battery, charger with cables, alignment stick, shaft and clubface stickers, and 1000 welcome credits to play over 55 rounds.
Credits can be purchase separately, with 1000 credits currently priced at $20.
Here are the current prices (subject to change) associated with the third-party software options that are compatible with the Square Golf:
- E6: $150/year (Improve) or $300/year (Play) or $450/year (Enjoy)
- E6 CONNECT: $300/year (basic) or $600/year (expanded)
- GSPro: $250/year
- Awesome Golf: $14.99/month or $159.99/year or $349.99 one time
Generally speaking, I recommend golfers grab GSPro with the Square Golf (and with most other launch monitors that support it). This is amazing software that is currently in its third version.
Where To Buy The Omni Online
If you’re looking online, some of the best places I would recommend to order the Square Golf Omni launch monitor are:
You can choose any of these sellers based on your preferences. They all have excellent support teams that will help you with any questions or concerns you may have.
With the Omni, you’ll also most likely want a quality indoor simulator setup with components such as nets, hitting mats, impact screens, enclosures and projectors. One great example is the Square Omni SIG10 Studio.
Final Thoughts
At the moment, there’s no question that the Square Golf Omni is one of the strongest launch monitors available in the sub-$2000 price range.
When it comes to ball data, accuracy is nearly on par with top systems like the Foresight Sports GC3 and Uneekor EYE XO. Club data is less reliable, but still superb for a budget system.
As the Omni is a camera-based launch monitor, it’s generally suited for indoor simulator use, but it’s also fully capable of being used outdoors on the range thanks to its onboard data display, unlike the Square Golf Home.
The only other launch monitor you might be able to argue is comparable in capabilities and accuracy to the Omni at this price range is the FlightScope Mevo Gen2, but that’s primarily a radar-based system that sits behind you and is more suitable for outdoor use.
It’s also worth noting that unlike other budget launch monitors like the Rapsodo MLM2PRO, the Omni doesn’t have any built-in video recording capabilities. It would have been nice to have a feature like this, as it would help differentiate the Omni from its predecessor even more.
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