Top 6 Dr. Dish Home FAQs

Curious about the process of leveling up your training by purchasing a Dr. Dish Home basketball shooting machine? Check out the top 6 questions customers ask about this model —the answers may help you. 

Buying a basketball shooting machine for your home is a big decision, and it's important to ask yourself these questions when doing your shopping. If you're looking for the best basketball shooting machine for your home, you've come to the right place. 

Q: How portable and easy to set up is THE DR. DISH HOME BASKETBALL SHOOTING MACHINE?

A: The Dr. Dish Home can be set up in just a few minutes, meaning it is easy to move and set up across smooth surface. At 270 lbs, you'll want to keep the machine close to where you'll be getting your reps up. But if needed, you could secure it inside a covered trailer.

If you need to move your machine across your yard, we offer an all-terrain cart that you can put your machine on to transport. Check out how easy it is to set up below. 

Q: How much space do I need at my house for a basketball shooting machine?

A: With 5 easy-select passing distances on Dr. Dish, starting as short as the free throw line, and as far as the NBA 3pt plus complete programmability* you'd be surprised what your space would allow. 

Dr. Dish Home is versatile and suitable for both indoor and outdoor use and can fit through any standard doorway. It must be stored safely from any wet weather conditions that will cause damage to the electrical components.

To get the most use out of a machine, we recommend a space at least as wide as the standard lane lines, that is mostly level to use the machine.

If you have a family of hoopers, turn up the competition! Any player comfortable shooting on a 10 ft hoop can easily use the Dr. Dish Home with its adjustable net settings at 11’ 6” and 12’ .5”.

Edit Your Court allows you to select the usable areas of your court, so you only build drills where you can receive passes. 

Q: when and how will my machine be delivered?

A: Shipping timelines may vary, but they'll be communicated on the product page and in your confirmation email. Typically, we ship out your machine in 3-5 business days. 

Dr. Dish Home is available for purchase within the US and Canada. If you're outside the continental-48, upgraded shipping charges may apply. Please contact us at 952-873-2633 to see if we deliver to your area. 

 Standard shipping includes curbside delivery, as well as, a liftgate service to ensure your machine is delivered with the highest quality of care.

Q: what's the difference between dr. dish home and your other models?

A: The Dr. Dish Home is designed specifically for home users. As our most affordable automatic machine, it is still jam-packed with features offering you professional-like training at the convenience of your home. One big difference is that the Dr. Dish Home has a Membership tied to it - unlike our professional lineup. The only Dr. Dish Shooting Machine with a Membership is the Dr. Dish Home. 

Membership activates upon setting up the machine for the first use, and billing occurs every 30 days from that date or according to your selected billing schedule (every 18 months or not applicable with a Lifetime Membership).

While the Dr. Dish Membership is not required to use your machine, it is highly recommended as it unlocks features such as "build a drill" that are pertinent to your experience! 

Please visit here for more information.

The professional lineup offers similar features as the Dr. Dish Home - but there are three different models for you to consider and it is best to discuss with one of our product experts! If you are interested in learning more about one of our professional models and how it compares to Dr. Dish Home, fill out this form to be contacted by your area rep. 

The Dr. Dish iC3 is a great entry-level option if you aren't ready for advanced training! 

Q: Is it worth it?

A: Last year, our data showed that players who put up 10,000 shots for 3 months straight increased their shooting percentage by 10%. What would a 10% increase in shooting percentage do for you and your team's goals? Read our reviews if you aren't convinced. 

As a parent, you want to give your child every opportunity to succeed—but between school, practice, and life’s busy schedule, finding time for quality basketball training isn’t easy.

That’s where Dr. Dish comes in. Our shooting machines transform your driveway or home gym into an elite training experience, making every minute count.

✅ Save Time: No more driving to the gym or scheduling expensive trainers. Get in elite-level reps from home, on your schedule.

✅ More in Less: Why spend hours in the gym when your child can take 500+ shots in just 30 minutes? More reps, no wasted time chasing rebounds.

✅ See Their Progress: Track every shot, every session, and every improvement through our app—so you always know how they’re getting better.

✅ Make It Fun: Training shouldn’t feel like a chore. Dr. Dish keeps players engaged with interactive drills, competitions, and challenges that make them WANT to put in the work.

Q: WILL my kids use it? 

A: When you look at the difference between a Dr. Dish and other shooting machines, this is where we focus so much of energy - creating products that players love to use. Because that is the key to getting better, reps and lots of them. 

Our superior engineering (and industry-leading warranty) ensures that your machine will show up every time your child does for practice. 

In the last 3 years we have introduced a suite of features that makes players want to show up and practice again and again, like Knockdown Mode and Me vs. Me.

In addition, our App, allows players to see their shooting stats, set goals, climb the leaderboard, and so much more! Download it now to see.  

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We hope answers to these frequently asked questions help you decide if the Dr. Dish Home is the best basketball shooting machine for your family. 

We're here to help if you have any questions.