Comparison
C-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8) vs Pro Series V2
A side-by-side look at how the Carl's Place C-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8) and Net Return Pro Series V2 compare on specs, accuracy, room requirements, and price. No hype — just the parts of the decision a buyer actually weighs.
Pro-grade impact screen sized to your room. Delivers the 'real enclosure' look most casual builders want.
Sets up in 5 minutes, folds for storage. Renter-friendly and apartment-viable. The portable choice.
Specifications
The numbers, lined up.
Hardware
| Spec | C-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8) | Pro Series V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame Material | 1" EMT conduit (sourced separately) | — |
| Screen Tiers | Standard / Preferred / Premium / High-Contrast Gray | — |
| Side Baffles | Included | — |
| Auto Ball Return | — | Yes |
| Includes Impact Screen | — | No — Pro Sim Screen sold separately ($595) |
- Frame MaterialC-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)1" EMT conduit (sourced separately)Pro Series V2—
- Screen TiersC-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)Standard / Preferred / Premium / High-Contrast GrayPro Series V2—
- Side BafflesC-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)IncludedPro Series V2—
- Auto Ball ReturnC-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)—Pro Series V2Yes
- Includes Impact ScreenC-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)—Pro Series V2No — Pro Sim Screen sold separately ($595)
Practical
| Spec | C-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8) | Pro Series V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Includes EMT Pipe | No — buyer sources locally | — |
| Setup Time | 3–5 hours, two people | 5 minutes |
| Folds for Storage | — | Yes |
| Permanent Install | — | Not required |
| Frame Weight | — | 28 lbs |
| Warranty | — | 3 years / 250,000 shots |
- Includes EMT PipeC-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)No — buyer sources locallyPro Series V2—
- Setup TimeC-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)3–5 hours, two peoplePro Series V25 minutes
- Folds for StorageC-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)—Pro Series V2Yes
- Permanent InstallC-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)—Pro Series V2Not required
- Frame WeightC-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)—Pro Series V228 lbs
- WarrantyC-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)—Pro Series V23 years / 250,000 shots
Performance
| Spec | C-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8) | Pro Series V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Ball Speed Rating | Up to 250 mph (Premium screen) | 250 mph |
- Ball Speed RatingC-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)Up to 250 mph (Premium screen)Pro Series V2250 mph
Who each one is better for
Honest persona fit, side by side.
Better for C-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)
- Recreational Player
Pre-cut frame kit and screen at $999.95 for an 8×8. Pro-grade screen options. Most casual builders' day-one fit if they're willing to source EMT pipe at a hardware store.
Better for Pro Series V2
- Space-Constrained
Free-standing, no install, folds into a duffle bag. 7'6" tall fits 8' ceilings. The default answer for renters and apartments.
Both fit
- Cost-Effective Buyer
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