# Golf Pad GPS Range Finder — Scorecard, Tracker, Handicap > All-in-one golf GPS rangefinder, scorecard, and shot tracker. (iPhone/iPad app by Contorra LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-pad-gps-range-finder/id446320556 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Contorra LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/363955861) - Category: Sports, Lifestyle - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.80/5 from 22,364 App Store ratings · 624 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 16.0 · 361 MB - Languages: American English, European Spanish, German (Germany) - Released: 2011-06-30 - Data updated: 2026-08-29 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-pad-gps-range-finder/id446320556/reviews.md ## What is Golf Pad GPS Range Finder? Accurate Free Golf GPS distances for EVERY golf course worldwide. Play faster, smarter golf with precise distances right when you need them. Have an Apple Watch? Connect in seconds! Get instant front, middle, and back yardages for confident club selection on every shot. Uncover insights that actually improve your game. Seamless on-course performance with a clean, fast interface that never slows you down. Golf Pad is the complete free golf GPS and rangefinder app designed to help you play faster, make smarter decisions, and lower your scores. Get precise distances to the green, hazards, and targets. With fast, reliable GPS, you’ll always know exactly what club to hit. Keep your focus on the game with full Apple Watch support. Get distances, track shots, and manage your round right from your wrist. With plays-like distances that factor in elevation and conditions, plus powerful round tracking and ALL NEW advanced stats, Golf Pad gives you everything you need to improve. Golf Pad delivers consistent updates, modern features, and exceptional value - all backed by a responsive support team that golfers trust. Download Golf Pad for free and be ready to play in seconds. FREE FEATURES: GPS RANGEFINDER: Accurate distances to the front, middle, and back of every green, plus hazards and layups on every course worldwide APPLE WATCH: Front, middle and back yardages on your wrist so you can leave the phone in the cart! DIGITAL SCORECARD: Track scores for up to 4 golfers in stroke play, Stableford, and more. Log putts, penalties, fairways, and sand saves SHOT TRACKING: Record every shot automatically and measure your real club distances over time STATS & ROUND HISTORY: Review your strengths, weaknesses, and trends after every round LIVE LEADERBOARD: Share your round in real time and compete with your group hole by hole OFFLINE COURSE MAPS: Download courses in advance and play anywhere in the world, even without a signal PREMIUM FEATURES: 14 Day Trail available any time. 3D GREEN MAPS: Read breaks and slopes on every green for smarter approach shots and better putting on 15,000+ courses IN DEPTH STROKES GAINED: Find out exactly where you're gaining or losing strokes: hole by hole, shot by shot, club by club ADVANCED STATS: Deeper charts, custom filters, and full performance breakdowns to pinpoint what to work on HANDICAP & USGA POSTING: Automatically track your handicap and post scores directly to USGA GHIN PLAYS-LIKE DISTANCES: Factor in elevation, weather and wind for true carry distances on every shot CLUB RECOMMENDATIONS: Get personalized club suggestions based on your own performance data ADVANCED APPLE WATCH FEATURES: Track shots, keep score, green maps and view distances to hazards right on your watch. MORE GAMES: Play modes like Stableford, Match Play, Skins, Nines GO AD-FREE: Enjoy more screen real estate and better battery life "Been using this app for 12 months and find it to be very helpful, in fact priceless on the course. It's simple to use and provides great feedback; distances, hazards, elevation etc. I particularly like the "feels like" distances" - Neil Morrison LOVE THE APP? Leave us a review! SUPPORT Questions, course requests, or feedback? We'd love to hear from you. Reach us at support@golfpadgps.com SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Golf Pad Premium is available as an annual subscription via in-app purchase, charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in the App Store. For full details, visit golfpadgps.com/privacy and golfpadgps.com/terms-of-use. Take Tracking to the Next Level with Golf Pad Tags: Lightweight club tags for automatic shot tracking Available at golfpadgps.com You can view our privacy policy and terms of service at: https://golfpadgps.com/privacy https://golfpadgps.com/terms-of-use ## Key features - GPS rangefinder with distances to green - Digital scorecard for up to 4 golfers - Shot tracking and distance measurement - Worldwide course maps - Apple Watch integration - Advanced statistics and handicap tracking (Premium) ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $49.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $34.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $49.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year | | Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year | ## Chart rankings - #110 in Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store) ## What do users think of Golf Pad GPS Range Finder? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🚀 Accurate GPS and yardages - 👍 Easy to use and navigate - 💡 Comprehensive statistics and data tracking - 🚀 Reliable and consistent performance - 👍 Helpful Apple Watch integration - 👍 Great value for the price **Cons** - 🐛 Occasional app crashes or freezes - 🔋 High battery drain, especially on Apple Watch - 🔍 Difficulty updating course information - 🔍 Inconsistent club tracking and shot recording - 🔍 Confusing or unintuitive UI in some areas **Commonly reported bugs** - App not closing properly on Apple Watch - Inaccurate shot distance tracking, especially for chipped shots - Issues with saving and syncing round data **Most requested features** - Handicap estimator feature - Ability to select clubs directly from Apple Watch - Improved leaderboard and group play functionality - More advanced analytics and data visualization ## Recent user reviews (10 of 624) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-pad-gps-range-finder/id446320556/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Amazing support! *2026-08-18, version 22.6.2* Tried several apps and this one takes the cake! Easy to use especially when paired with a watch! Wow! So much great information! No need for the range finder! Support is outstanding as well. My home course recently changed hole order … on a whim, I decided to reach out and see if I could get someone to help. Had it fixed in 24 hours! Just awesome! Do yourself a favor and download. You will not be disappointed! ### 5/5 — Love It! *2026-08-17, version 22.6.2* Have you used this app all over the Midwest, and have often times used it with people in my group or my pairing. We all enjoy it, especially the premium version! ### 4/5 — Beste kostenlose App, aber… *2026-08-17* Alles was man braucht, mit der Option für einen guten Preis diverse Premium-Features zur Analyse freizuschalten. Leider kam man kürzlich auf die Idee, mir die App in Deutsch aufzuzwingen, ohne vorher zu fragen. Ich würde die Englische Version bevorzugen, kann die Sprache aber nicht auswählen. Daher ein Punkt Abzug. Funktional das Beste was ich finden konnte. **Developer response:** Hallo, vielen Dank für dein ehrliches Feedback! Es tut uns leid, dass die App plötzlich auf Deutsch umgestellt wurde, ohne dass du das wolltest, das ist definitiv nicht die Erfahrung, die wir dir bieten möchten. Aktuell folgt die Sprache automatisch den Geräteeinstellungen, aber wir verstehen, dass eine manuelle Auswahl sinnvoller wäre. Schreib uns gerne an support@golfpadgps.com, dann schauen wir, ob wir dir kurzfristig helfen können und geben dein Feedback an unser Team weiter. Danke, dass du Golf Pad treu bleibst! ### 5/5 — Got to be the BEST! *2026-08-14, version 22.5.7* This app…at this price…for a premium app is amazing. It does everything that the higher tiered apps will do and more you can even post your USGA GHIN scores that keeps/uodates your Handicap right through the app. Amazing job GolfPad team. Keep up the good work. PS- This is NOT a paid advertisement… it’s a true assessment of the app, and I’ve tried them all. Get it and you won’t be disappointed. ### 5/5 — Best golf app - I’ve used them all *2026-08-10* Like the title says, I’ve downloaded and paid for all the popular golf apps over the years. Golf Pad is by far the best. It’s accurate, works on my Apple Watch. My favorite things about the app: being able to export the raw data into a csv file. I’m a data guy so being able to play with my own data however I want is awesome. If you don’t care for that, the stats already provided are more super useful. The thing that keeps me on this app as opposed to a competitor, is is UX/UI. It’s simple and straight forward on the phone and on the watch. This is so important to me during a round, the less “clicks”, button, screens, menus, the better. No need for fancy graphics. GHIN connections is also very useful. No more entering my score on a different app to track my official world handicap. **Developer response:** Wow, coming from someone who's tried them all, this really means something. Love that you're using the CSV export, we added that specifically for folks who want to dig into their own numbers, so it's great to hear it's landing the way we hoped. The GHIN sync and keeping the UI simple on both phone and watch are things we obsess over, so thank you for noticing. If you ever have ideas for what data you'd want to see next, or run into anything, email us at support@golfpadgps.com, we'd love to hear from you. ### 5/5 — Great Easy app *2026-08-09, version 22.5.1* What an easy to use. Golfing buddy told me about it. Been using it for two years now. I sold my rangefinder I could never get that thing to work well. no matter where you’re standing on the course this app shows you the yardage to the front of the Green middle and back. All I need ### 2/5 — Deal Breaker *2026-07-26* GolfPad Review: I started using GolfPad when it first came out. I really liked it as it gave basic distances—front, middle, back of green—and kept score easily but for only one person. Then it added scoring for up to 4 people, and over time eventually the geeks took over, changing the interface and adding bells and whistles endlessly. It became quite frustrating when I didn’t play golf from November to April to be on the course for a new year and not be able to figure out all the changes while trying to play a round of golf. I eventually gave up on it about a year ago, but have not been able to find a simple, basic golf app, while most want a subscription to get endless bells and whistles that have little to do with playing golf, like posting photos, sharing online, etc. So, I recently decided to give GolfPad another go. I also purchased an Apple Watch 11 in January, and with the other apps I’d tried, it was convenient to have distances on my wrist. So, when I set up GolfPad, started a round and discovered I could not use it on my watch without granting access to my Health App. Now, this an true deal breaker! Why on earth would I share sensitive medical information with a gold app? It could at least be optional for those who maybe don’t even use Health, but for me at age 74, Health stores all my prescription drug information and a multitude of health data that is protected under HIPPA laws. Should have thought that one through folks. So, still looking for a simple, basic distance and score keeping golf app. Or, waiting for GolfPad to realize the error of their ways. **Developer response:** Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, and especially for being with Golf Pad since the early days. We truly appreciate your long history with the app. We understand your frustration with returning after the winter and finding things have changed. Over the years we've added features based on requests from millions of golfers, but we've also worked hard to keep the core GPS and scorekeeping experience simple and reliable. Regarding Apple Health, we'd like to clarify an important point: Golf Pad most certainly does not access your medications, medical records, or other sensitive health information. Apple requires Health permissions to enable certain Apple Watch features, such as workout integration, calories, heart rate, and activity tracking. We only request the permissions needed for those features, and your health data remains protected by Apple's privacy controls. Nothing sensitive is ever shared with Golf Pad. If you only want GPS distances and scorekeeping, you can continue using Golf Pad on your iPhone without enabling Health. We understand that many golfers prefer a straightforward experience, and that's something we continue to value as well. If you'd be willing to give Golf Pad another try, we'd be happy to help you get set up with the simplest possible configuration. Just reach out to us at support@golfpadgps.com and we'll make sure you're ready for your next round. ### 1/5 — Bad update *2026-07-24, version 22.5.0* Since the update it skips ahead a hole and Is the most annoying thing while your playing ### 5/5 — Great App *2026-07-17, version 22.5.0* I have used this app for a few years and it is great! Easy to use and accurate. I recently had an issue as my course switched the front and back nines. After this it wouldn’t automatically post the score to GHIN. I contacted them and received a response within one day on how to resolve the issue. It was a very easy fix. Good customer service is rarely found but theirs was great. ### 5/5 — Easy to use! *2026-07-13, version 22.4.4* I’ve been using this for 3 weeks. Our club has changed front & back so the GHIN GPS isn’t working. My friend told me about this app and I love it. Gives you front, middle & back distance free. The GHIN app doesn’t do this unless you pay $49.99. This app premium is $29.99 and with that you can post your score directly to GHIN. ## Frequently asked questions about Golf Pad GPS Range Finder ### What does the Golf Pad GPS app do? Golf Pad GPS is a comprehensive golf application that functions as a GPS rangefinder, digital scorecard, and shot tracker. It provides precise distances to the green, allows for scoring for multiple players, and helps you track your shots and analyze your performance. ### What are the key features of the free version? The free version includes a GPS rangefinder with distances to the front, middle, and back of the green, a digital scorecard for 1-4 golfers with various scoring formats, and manual shot tracking. It also offers worldwide course map coverage. ### How much does the premium version cost? The app offers a premium upgrade for advanced features. While the exact price isn't listed, it's described as a single annual price, locked in for life, and a fraction of the cost of competing apps. A free trial is available after download. ### Is the app compatible with Apple Watch? Yes, the app syncs seamlessly with Apple Watch. You can view distances, track shots, access your scorecard, and see green contours directly from your wrist. A standalone mode is also available for Apple Watch. ### Can I transfer my data from another golf GPS app? Yes, the app is designed to make switching from other golf GPS apps easy. They offer assistance in bringing your existing data over so you don't lose your progress or history when you make the switch. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 22.6.4 — 2026-08-29 Watch connectivity and battery improvements. ### 22.6.3 — 2026-08-22 Watch connectivity and battery improvements. ### 22.6.2 — 2026-08-15 Watch connectivity and battery improvements. ### 22.5.7 — 2026-08-09 Watch connectivity and battery improvements. ### 22.5.1 — 2026-07-26 Watch connectivity and battery improvements. ## Apps similar to Golf Pad GPS Range Finder | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [18Birdies: Golf GPS Tracker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/18birdies-golf-gps-tracker/id892700751) | 4.9 (297,263) | Free | Sports | | [Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfshot-golf-gps-range-finder/id622851626) | 4.8 (76,756) | Free | Sports | | [SwingU Golf GPS by Golf Genius](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swingu-golf-gps-by-golf-genius/id332116103) | 4.7 (134,943) | Free | Sports | | [Hole19: Golf GPS Range Finder](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hole19-golf-gps-range-finder/id794462227) | 4.7 (21,676) | Free | Sports | | [GolfLogix: 3D Golf GPS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golflogix-3d-golf-gps/id322399059) | 4.7 (110,479) | Free | Sports | | [Golf GameBook: Scorecard & GPS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-gamebook-scorecard-and-gps/id409307935) | 4.7 (2,192) | Free | Sports | ## More apps by Contorra LLC - [Golf Pad Classic](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-pad-classic/id6714478880) All apps by Contorra LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/363955861 ## Related topics [golf scorecard counter](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-scorecard-counter) · [golf pad](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-pad) · [golf pad gps range finder](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-pad-gps-range-finder) · [golf pad gps](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-pad-gps) · [golf club app](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-club-app) · [golf pad classic](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-pad-classic) · [inverness golf club app](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/inverness-golf-club-app) · [golf gps watch](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-gps-watch) · [apple watch tracker golf](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/apple-watch-tracker-golf) · [watch tracker golf](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/watch-tracker-golf) · [golf handicap program](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-handicap-program) · [golf tracker frisbee](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-tracker-frisbee) · [stats tracker golf](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/stats-tracker-golf) · [golf gps for apple watch course](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-gps-for-apple-watch-course) · [golf app for apple watch course](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-app-for-apple-watch-course) · [apple watch golf range finder](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/apple-watch-golf-range-finder) · [forecaddie golf app](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/forecaddie-golf-app) · [golf stroke counter for watch](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-stroke-counter-for-watch) · [golf handicap scorecard](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-handicap-scorecard) · [golf watch yardage](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/golf-watch-yardage) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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