GSPro vs E6 vs Awesome Golf: Which Simulator Software Should You Choose?

Choosing simulator software is one of the easiest places to get distracted by marketing. A platform can look impressive on a spec sheet but still be the wrong fit for your room, your hardware or the way you actually play.

GSPro, E6 and Awesome Golf are often compared because they sit in three different but overlapping parts of the market. They can all deliver indoor golf, but they do it with different priorities. The right answer depends on realism, setup effort, social use and how much you expect from the software over time.

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Golf simulator software comparison for GSPro, E6 and Awesome Golf. Image credit: Outtabounds

Start with the use case, not the logo

The quickest way to narrow the software choice is to decide what the simulator is mainly for. If the goal is realistic course play and a platform that feels enthusiast-led, GSPro tends to stand out. If the goal is a polished and established commercial-style experience with recognised course appeal, E6 stays relevant. If the goal is quick fun, social play and lighter hardware demands, Awesome Golf is usually the easiest option.

This is why software should always be considered alongside the wider launch monitor and room plan. A software choice that makes sense for a premium permanent bay may feel excessive for a compact family practice corner. A platform that is perfect for children and guests may feel limiting for someone who wants structured improvement all winter.

Software	Best for	Main strengths	Main trade-offs
GSPro	Serious home users and realism-focused golfers	Strong shot behaviour, deep course ecosystem, wide hardware support	Needs a capable PC and more thoughtful setup
E6	Coaching rooms, clubs and buyers who value polish	Stable feel, licensed course appeal, familiar interface	Higher cost path and less community-driven expansion
Awesome Golf	Family use, quick sessions and lighter hardware setups	Simple menus, fun games, fast onboarding	Less depth for realistic on-course simulation

Where GSPro pulls ahead

GSPro tends to win when the golfer cares most about the simulation feel. It has become a favourite among users who want believable ball behaviour, competitive online play and a wide course library that keeps the room interesting over time. In a dedicated home bay, that mix can make the software feel like the centrepiece of the entire setup.

It also benefits from wide compatibility with supported devices. That means golfers can build around different hardware budgets without feeling that the software choice is artificially narrow. If you are planning a more serious room with a projector, impact surface and regular usage, GSPro often justifies the extra setup effort.

GSPro course play on a large simulator screen. Image credit: GSPro

Where E6 still makes sense

E6 remains attractive where a smoother, more packaged experience is valued. Some users like the interface, the broader feeling of commercial polish and the familiarity that comes with a platform long associated with coaching and venue environments. It can be a practical fit when the business or buyer wants something that feels more managed from the start.

This is particularly relevant in spaces where many different users will walk in and out of the bay. If your priority is consistency across sessions and a software flow that new users grasp quickly, E6 has a clear case. That does not automatically make it better. It simply means the strengths sit in a different place from GSPro's community-led energy.

Where Awesome Golf is the right answer

Awesome Golf is strongest when simplicity and fun are the brief. It starts quickly, is easy for guests to understand and makes shorter sessions enjoyable without demanding much from the hardware. Families, casual users and golfers who mainly want engaging target games often find it more immediately accessible than the heavier simulator platforms.

That makes it a credible option for compact rooms, social spaces and flexible setups built around accessible home use. If you are comparing more budget-friendly simulator ideas, the Square Golf series is useful background because it speaks to the same type of home golfer who values practicality and ease of use.

Family-friendly indoor golf setup used for simulator games and casual play. Image credit: Outtabounds

How to make the decision

A good way to decide is to rank your priorities honestly. If realism, depth and long-term interest matter most, start with GSPro. If you need a smoother commercial-facing interface and a more managed feel, E6 belongs in the conversation. If you want fast onboarding, games and low friction, Awesome Golf may simply be the best fit.

Room quality should influence the answer as well. A highly polished enclosure and projector room can make deeper software far more rewarding, while a simpler net build may favour ease of use. Outtabounds golf simulator enclosures are worth browsing if you want to understand how the physical build changes the value of the software you choose.

There is no universal winner because these platforms solve different problems. The smarter question is which one best matches your golfer type, your room and how serious the simulator is going to become over the next few years.

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Conclusion

GSPro, E6 and Awesome Golf all have a place. The mistake is assuming they serve the same user in the same way.

If you want deeper simulator golf, GSPro is usually the strongest pull. If you want polish or simplicity first, E6 or Awesome Golf may be the better answer. Start with use case, then let the software follow the room and the golfer.