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Simulator Bay (Sim 8) vs Parlour Series Enclosure

Net Return Simulator Bay (Sim 8)Net ReturnSimulator Bay (Sim 8)
$1,995
Buy at Indoor Golf Outlet · $1,995, Simulator Bay (Sim 8)
vs
The SportScreen Parlour Series EnclosureThe SportScreenParlour Series Enclosure
$2,400
Buy at Indoor Golf Outlet · $1,920, Parlour Series Enclosure

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A side-by-side look at how the Net Return Simulator Bay (Sim 8) and The SportScreen Parlour Series Enclosure compare on specs, accuracy, room requirements, and price. No hype — just the parts of the decision a buyer actually weighs.

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Specifications

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Hardware

  • Type
    Simulator Bay (Sim 8)Freestanding aluminum-frame bay with netting, side barriers and floating screen
    Parlour Series EnclosureFreestanding aluminum-frame enclosure (no wall or ceiling mounting)
  • Screen
    Simulator Bay (Sim 8)Floating HD screen with valance; size not published
    Parlour Series Enclosure—
  • Includes
    Simulator Bay (Sim 8)—
    Parlour Series EnclosureFrame, impact screen, rear blackout membrane, 2 side screens, ceiling panel, corner pieces, side and front baffles

Dimensions

  • Size We Link
    Simulator Bay (Sim 8)Sim 8: 8' W × 8'6" H × 3'6" D (Net Return); Indoor Golf Outlet lists 8'10" H ($1,995)
    Parlour Series EnclosureParlour 11, 1-ply screen: 136" W × 102" H × 66" D ($2,399.99)
  • Other Sizes
    Simulator Bay (Sim 8)Sim 10 (10' wide, $2,495); Sim 12 (12' wide, $2,995)
    Parlour Series EnclosureParlour 13H: 151" × 114" × 66", 138" × 103" screen; Parlour 16H: 198" × 114" × 66", 183" × 103" screen; 3-ply screen +$100
  • Projectable Area
    Simulator Bay (Sim 8)—
    Parlour Series Enclosure120" × 90" (4:3)

Requirements

  • Room Minimum
    Simulator Bay (Sim 8)10' W × 9' H × 14' L for the Sim 8 (Net Return); 6" behind the bay
    Parlour Series EnclosureRequired 144" W × 108" H × 204" D; recommended 150" × 111" × 204" (Indoor Golf Outlet, Parlour 11)
  • Clearance
    Simulator Bay (Sim 8)—
    Parlour Series EnclosureAt least 6" from the back wall and 4" from each side wall (Indoor Golf Outlet)

Performance

  • Ball Speed Rating
    Simulator Bay (Sim 8)225 mph (Net Return; Indoor Golf Outlet says 250)
    Parlour Series Enclosure—

Practical

  • Warranty
    Simulator Bay (Sim 8)Net 3 years / 250,000 shots; screen 1 year (Net Return)
    Parlour Series Enclosure—
Persona fitWho each one is better for

Who each one is better for

Both fit the same buyers.

Neither one wins a persona the other doesn’t. The choice comes down to specs, price, and room fit rather than buyer profile.

Both fit

  • Recreational Player
  • Family Setup

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