Choose the Spornia SPG-5 when a compact footprint and frequent storage are the main constraints. Compare the Spornia SPG-7 and Spornia SPG-8 when you have room for a larger net and want a bigger practice area. The right model must fit both the assembled net and your full swing; those are separate measurements.
All three belong to Spornia's folding practice-net family. A larger net can provide more catching area, but it does not guarantee that every mishit stays contained. Hitting position, side clearance, roof setup and the condition of the net remain important.
Compare the footprint before the name
| Model | Listed base dimensions | Roof allowance | Main planning issue |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPG-5 | 5.5 × 5.5 × 5.5 ft | Additional roof clearance required | Compact storage and a smaller catching area |
| SPG-7 | 7 × 7 × 7 ft | Additional roof clearance required | A larger footprint for regular practice |
| SPG-8 | 8 × 8 × 8 ft | Full deployed roof extends above the base height | Largest footprint and storage load in this group |
These are the base dimensions in our product listings, not universal minimum room sizes. Check the roof in its installed position; do not order the SPG-8 for an eight-foot ceiling simply because its model description says eight feet. The current listing describes an angled roof extending above that height.
The nominal ground footprints calculate to 30.25, 49 and 64 square feet respectively. Those figures exclude the golfer, hitting position, side protection, setup space and distance behind the net. They help compare floor occupation, not establish safe room dimensions.
SPG-5 vs SPG-7: compactness or catching area?
SPG-7 adds 1.5 feet to each nominal base dimension. If centered in the same position, its width extends approximately nine inches farther on each side. That is a useful way to visualize the change in a garage before ordering.
Use removable tape to mark both footprints. Open the garage door, move the vehicle through its normal route and check cabinets or stored items. Then place the mat where you intend to hit and rehearse the full swing with no ball. A net that fits against a wall may still leave the golfer too close to shelves or the door track.
SPG-5 makes sense when you need to move and store the net often and your practice location supports its smaller catching area. SPG-7 deserves consideration when leaving a larger station assembled is practical. Do not buy the compact option solely because it occupies fewer square feet if your intended shots need more containment.
SPG-5 vs SPG-8: a substantial change in scale
SPG-8's nominal floor footprint is a little more than twice SPG-5's: 64 divided by 30.25 is about 2.12. The width difference is 2.5 feet, or fifteen inches per side when centered. That is a different room commitment, not a minor size upgrade.
Include the packed net in the comparison. Our SPG-8 listing gives a folded carry-bag size of 37 × 37 × 3 inches and a listed weight of 30 pounds. Check that storage shelf, vehicle opening and the person moving it can accommodate the package. Folded thickness alone can make a large circular bag sound smaller than it is.
SPG-7 vs SPG-8: use the extra room deliberately
SPG-8 adds a foot of nominal width and depth over SPG-7. It is worth considering if the room accommodates the full roof and your practice routine benefits from the larger target area. For an already tight garage, extra width may compete with the golfer's stance or the route around the bay.
For a focused two-model decision, read our existing SPG-7 vs SPG-8 comparison. This three-model guide adds the compact SPG-5 option and the storage calculation.
Practice target versus projection surface
The black impact target supplied for practice is not the same purchase as a white simulator target sheet. Our SPG-8 listing identifies the white projection sheet as an optional addition. Confirm the exact sheet and size before planning a projector around the net.
Also check whether your intended launch monitor needs space behind the ball or between the ball and net. A compact net does not reduce a radar unit's tracking-distance requirement. Mark the monitor, golfer and net as separate items on the same floor plan.
Use the product pages above to compare current package contents and prices. Send the available width, full ceiling clearance and whether the net will stay assembled. Those details are more useful than asking for the biggest net that nominally fits.
Sources and product details
This is a specification-based buying guide, not a hands-on test. Specifications and listed configurations were checked October 10, 2026. Follow the current manual for the exact version you order.
