Goalsetter
Goalsetter Contender
$2299.99
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Goalsetter Contender vs Lifetime 71799 (50" In-Ground)
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Goalsetter Contender is cheaper at $2299.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
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Lifetime
Lifetime 71799 (50" In-Ground)
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| Spec | Goalsetter Contender | Lifetime 71799 (50" In-Ground) |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $2299.99 | — |
| Brand | Goalsetter | Lifetime |
| Released | — | — |
| Backboard size (in) | 54 x 36 in | 50 in |
| Backboard material | tempered_glass | polycarbonate |
| Height adjustment range (ft) | 6-10 ft | 7.5-10 ft |
| Mount type | in_ground | in_ground |
| Breakaway rim | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustment mechanism | internal compression height adjustment | Action Grip (squeeze-handle, infinite adjustment) |
| Base capacity gal | — | — |
| Backboard overhang (in) | 30 in (2.5 ft) | — |
Sources — Goalsetter Contender: goalsetter.com (verified 2026-08-19). Lifetime 71799 (50" In-Ground): lifetime.com (verified 2026-08-19).
What's the difference between the Goalsetter Contender and Lifetime 71799 (50" In-Ground)?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Backboard size (in): Goalsetter Contender 54 x 36 in vs Lifetime 71799 (50" In-Ground) 50 in
- Backboard material: Goalsetter Contender tempered_glass vs Lifetime 71799 (50" In-Ground) polycarbonate
- Height adjustment range (ft): Goalsetter Contender 6-10 ft vs Lifetime 71799 (50" In-Ground) 7.5-10 ft
- Adjustment mechanism: Goalsetter Contender internal compression height adjustment vs Lifetime 71799 (50" In-Ground) Action Grip (squeeze-handle, infinite adjustment)