Ever wondered if the HackMotion wrist sensor can actually help you fix your swing, or if it's just another overhyped golf gadget?
We decided to find out by testing both the Core and Pro versions of HackMotion, minus the putting features (that’s available in a separate post).
From initial setup to comparing our swings to PGA Tour pros, we took this thing through the full Bogey Book experience.
If you're thinking about grabbing one or just want to know what it actually does for your game, read on.
Key Takeaways
If you don't have the time to read the full article about us comparing the HackMotion Core vs Pro plan, here are the main things you should know.
- HackMotion Core Plan gives you the essentials wrist flexion/extension tracking, guided practice, and personalized drills.
- The Pro Plan adds a mountain of data including wrist rotation, tempo timing, and comparisons to Tour player benchmarks like DJ.
- Core is ideal for regular golfers who want to work on wrist angles and swing faults without overcomplicating things.
- Pro is powerful for coaches and data junkies, but might be overwhelming for casual players.
- If you want a shortcut to better wrist positions, HackMotion delivers, especially with the guided drills and BOF audio feedback.
But if you like watching reviews in video format, here is the full comparison on our YouTube channel.
Core Plan – Simple Setup, Powerful Feedback
The Core version is designed for the everyday golfer. You slap the sensor on your wrist, calibrate in 3 seconds, and you’re good to go.
We walked through the full swing setup and started with the guided practice mode where HackMotion gives you 10 shots to analyze and then builds a personalized drill plan.
It showed his takeaway was the weak point, not just a general swing flaw. The feedback was immediate, and within a few reps of working the drill, his wrist angles improved noticeably.
You’re not getting pro-level data dumps here. You’re getting targeted insights like:
- Are you flipping at impact?
- Is your top-of-backswing wrist angle too flexed?
- What simple drill fixes it?
If you're looking to improve your swing mechanics without reading a biomechanics textbook, this plan checks the box.
Pro Plan – For Coaches, Nerds, and DJ Wannabes
Arvo stepped in to show off the Pro version, and it’s wild. The main upgrade here is the advanced data:
- Wrist rotation (not just flexion/extension)
- Tempo and swing timing
- Downswing/backswing ratio
- P0 to P10 tracking
- Tour average comparisons
You can literally compare your swing to Dustin Johnson’s. Arvo did, and found he actually matched DJ’s wrist patterns in some areas (but not all, let’s be real).
For coaches or advanced players, this is gold. You can benchmark, adjust, and run deep diagnostics on every swing position. The UI is still simple, but the depth is crazy.
Bio Feedback – Instant Audio Swing Fixes
One of our favorite features, which is available even on the Core plan is Bio Feedback.
It’s like a sound-based radar for your swing. When you’re in the right range at the top or impact, it plays a tone (or stays quiet, depending on settings). If you’re out of range you’ll hear it.
Arvo used this during drills to practice positions without constantly looking at a screen. It’s subtle but powerful.
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Core vs. Pro – Which One Should You Get?
If you're an amateur looking to fix your wrist angles and get a better feel for your swing path, go Core. You’ll get guided drills, clean insights, and bio feedback.
If you're a coach, or someone who wants to swim in swing data and compare yourself to the pros, go Pro. Just be ready to dig into the graphs.
And if putting’s your thing? Check out our article on us testing the HackMotion putting mode.
Final Thoughts
HackMotion is one of the most focused, wrist-specific tools we’ve tested, and it actually helped both of us identify and improve weak points in our swings.
- Carl: Loved the guided practice and personalized drills from the Core plan.
- Arvo: Got lost (in a good way) in the data playground of the Pro plan.
Whether you’re flipping at impact or just curious about how your swing compares to a Tour pro, HackMotion has a place in your bag.