The right enclosure turns any room into a proper golf bay. Get it right and errant shots stay safely contained, your walls stay intact, and the space looks like a purpose-built simulator room. Get it wrong and you’re either replacing drywall or dealing with a net that sags and shifts on every off-center strike. This page covers impact screens, full enclosure kits, and standalone nets — with sizing guidance for every room type.
Whether you’re building a full enclosure or just want a reliable practice net, we’ve reviewed the top options and broken down what actually matters when choosing one.
Our Top Enclosure & Net Picks
Carl’s Place DIY Enclosure — Best Full Enclosure
Carl’s Place is the gold standard for home simulator enclosure kits. Their DIY enclosure systems include the frame, impact screen, side panels, and ceiling panel — everything needed for a complete bay. Screens are available in multiple materials from basic white to high-contrast black-backed versions. Excellent customer support and detailed installation guides make the build process manageable for non-professionals. Available in custom sizes to fit most room configurations.
★★★★★ 4.9/5 · $800–$2,500 (full kit)
Shop Indoor Golf Enclosures — Best Mid-Range
Shop Indoor Golf offers a complete range of simulator enclosures at competitive prices. Their enclosures include high-quality impact screens, aluminum frame systems, and optional side baffles. Strong build quality and good customer reviews make this the preferred choice for builders who want Carl’s Place quality at a slightly lower price point. Pre-configured size options simplify ordering for standard room dimensions.
★★★★½ 4.6/5 · $700–$2,000 (full kit)
Rukket Haack Golf Net — Best Practice Net
For players who want a practice net without a full enclosure, the Rukket Haack is the benchmark value option. Designed with PGA Tour coach Chris Haack, it’s durable, quick to set up, and handles full driver shots reliably. Not a replacement for a proper simulator enclosure — there’s no impact screen for projection — but it’s the best choice for a practice-only setup or outdoor use where full enclosures don’t make sense.
★★★★☆ 4.4/5 · ~$200
How to Choose an Enclosure or Net
Measure Your Room First
The minimum bay dimensions for a functional simulator enclosure are 10 ft wide × 10 ft deep × 9 ft tall. For comfortable driver use, 12 ft wide × 15 ft deep × 10 ft tall is the practical target. Measure your available width, depth, and ceiling height before looking at any enclosure. Width is the most constraining dimension — most standard enclosures start at 10 ft wide, and narrower rooms require custom solutions or standalone nets.
Full Enclosure vs. Standalone Net
A full enclosure includes side panels, a ceiling baffle, and an impact screen that can serve as a projection surface. It contains errant shots fully and creates an immersive simulator experience. A standalone net is quicker to set up, lower cost, and more portable — but doesn’t contain side shots and can’t be used as a projection screen. If you’re building a permanent simulator bay, a full enclosure is the right choice. For a practice setup or a room where a projector isn’t needed, a quality net is sufficient.
Impact Screen Quality
The impact screen is the most critical component of any simulator enclosure — it stops full-speed shots and serves as your projection surface. Look for screens rated for driver-speed impacts (typically 100+ mph ball speed). Screen material affects image quality: standard white screens offer good projection brightness; black-backed screens improve contrast in rooms with ambient light; high-gain screens enhance brightness in brightly lit rooms. Carl’s Place offers multiple screen materials matched to different room lighting conditions.
Frame Material and Durability
Most enclosure kits use either PVC pipe or aluminum extrusion frames. Aluminum is significantly more rigid and durable — PVC frames can flex or crack under repeated impact from shanked shots. For a permanent simulator bay, invest in an aluminum frame kit. For a temporary or seasonal setup that needs to be disassembled, PVC works adequately. Verify that the frame includes proper anchoring provisions — an unsecured enclosure frame is a safety hazard.
Enclosure Budgets at a Glance
Under $300: Standalone nets and basic hitting cages. Functional for practice but no projection capability. Best for outdoor use or dedicated practice spaces.
$300–$800: Entry-level full enclosures with basic impact screens. Usable for projection at lower brightness. PVC frames require careful assembly and periodic re-tightening.
$800–$2,000: Quality full enclosures from Carl’s Place and Shop Indoor Golf. Aluminum frames, premium impact screens, side baffles. The right tier for a serious permanent home simulator bay.
$2,000+: Custom-built commercial-grade enclosures with premium screen materials, heavy-duty aluminum frames, and optional lighting, acoustic panels, and finishing details. Used in dedicated simulator rooms and commercial venues.