Dr. Dish CT+ vs. Gun 12K: the flagship comparison.
Two top-tier basketball shooting machines built for elite programs. Here's how they stack up spec by spec, and what each one means for Australian buyers.
Both machines are designed for elite programs. The Dr. Dish CT+ pulls ahead on three things that matter most for serious coaching: a 21.5" on-machine touchscreen, 250+ pro-trainer drills and workouts, and pro-grade multi-player stat tracking. Plus Australian stock and parts support that the Gun 12K can't match from the US.
Side by side.
How Dr. Dish stacks up against Shoot-A-Way Gun 12K, feature by feature.
| Feature | Dr. Dish | Gun 12K | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier | Flagship, 5th in the Dr. Dish lineup | Flagship, top of the Gun range | |
| On-machine touchscreen | 21.5", workouts launch from the machine | Tablet / app-based | |
| Pre-built workouts on-board | 250+ drills and workouts from pro trainers | App-based workout library | |
| Multi-player stat tracking | Yes, live, on-machine, across multiple players | Limited | |
| Tracks 2s / 3s / free throws separately | Yes, live | Yes | |
| Top shots-per-hour | 1,200+ at game-speed cadence | Comparable | |
| Net coverage / shot range | Full away-from-the-basket coverage | Full coverage | |
| Footprint | Rolls on wheels, mid-court footprint | Similar footprint | |
| Australian distributor | Yes, Game Ball, official AU distributor | No official AU distributor | |
| Local parts & support | Parts inventory in Sydney, technical fixes by Dr. Dish's US engineers | Self-arrange, import + freight | |
| Manufacturer warranty | Yes, honoured by Game Ball, parts ship from Sydney | Handled from the US, parts by import | |
| Used by elite Australian programs | Jono Hansford, Bucket Warehouse + facility partners | Limited AU presence | |
| Pricing in AU | Quote-only, financing available | Quote-only + freight/duties |
Comparison reflects publicly available product information as of 2026. Specifications change, for the latest configuration, please contact us directly.
Built for Australian programs.
- 21.5" on-machine touchscreen, no tablet to set up, no app to launch. Coaches run workouts straight from the machine.
- 250+ pre-built drills and workouts from pro trainers, on-board and ready to go.
- Pro-grade multi-player stat tracking, capture every shooter in the session, no extra hardware.
- Supplied in Australia by Game Ball, with warranty parts shipped from Sydney stock and technical fixes by Dr. Dish's US engineers.
- Same flagship machine used by Jono Hansford in his Cheltenham facility and at Bucket Warehouse in Canberra.
Being honest, they make a good machine.
- •Established flagship in the Shoot-A-Way lineup, used by long-tenure NCAA programs in the US.
- •Programs already on a Gun servicing contract get continuity value from staying with the same brand.
- •Strong brand recognition with coaches who came up on The Gun.
Which one's for you?
Match your situation to the right machine.
On-machine touchscreen + multi-player tracking is the standard for modern small-group programs. Same setup Bucket Warehouse Canberra runs.
Jono Hansford uses the CT+ for every session with NBL, WNBL and WNBA athletes. Local technical support inside Australia matters at this level.
Sydney parts stock, AU warranty support, multi-player tracking for development across the squad. Technical fixes go straight to Dr. Dish's US engineers.
If you're stateside and already have a Gun servicing relationship, the Gun 12K is a credible flagship. Inside Australia, the support gap pushes the decision to Dr. Dish.
FAQs.
- What's the headline difference between the Dr. Dish CT+ and the Gun 12K? +
- The Dr. Dish CT+ is built around a 21.5" on-machine touchscreen with 250+ pre-built drills and workouts and live multi-player stat tracking. The Gun 12K is a strong flagship but workouts and tracking are app-based rather than on-machine. For coaches who want to run a session without juggling a separate tablet, the CT+ is the simpler workflow.
- Can I get the Gun 12K in Australia? +
- Not through an official local distributor, Shoot-A-Way doesn't have one. You'd need to import directly, which means freight, duties, longer lead times, and no local parts stock. Dr. Dish is officially distributed in Australia by Game Ball, with parts shipped from Sydney stock and the full manufacturer warranty.
- How much does the Dr. Dish CT+ cost in Australia? +
- The Dr. Dish CT+ is quote-only, exact pricing depends on configuration, freight to your facility and any financing terms. We'll send a tailored quote inside a business day. Financing is available, typically 24–60 months on a chattel mortgage.
- Which one do Australia's top coaches use? +
- Jono Hansford, Australia's most respected basketball coach, working with NBL, WNBL and WNBA athletes, runs the Dr. Dish CT+ in his Cheltenham facility. Bucket Warehouse Basketball Academy in Canberra also runs the Dr. Dish. Both chose the CT+ for the on-machine workflow and the local support arrangement.
- Can I trade in a Gun for a Dr. Dish? +
- Yes. Game Ball runs a trade-in programme, bring in your existing Gun (or any competing brand) and we'll credit the value toward your new Dr. Dish. Talk to our team for an indicative trade-in figure on your specific model and year.
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