# Pin High - Golf Range Finder — The minimalist range finder

> Minimalist GPS golf rangefinder for quick distance measurements on the course. (iPhone/iPad app by Kameron Sheffield.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pin-high-golf-range-finder/id1476799773 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kameron Sheffield](https://appshunter.io/developer/1476799772)
- Category: Sports, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.78/5 from 23 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-01-03
- Data updated: 2026-07-05
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pin-high-golf-range-finder/id1476799773/reviews.md

## What is Pin High?

Pin High is the fastest GPS rangefinder in golf. Designed to get you in and out of the app as fast as possible, Pin High keeps you focused on your round and not tinkering with your phone. 

To use Pin High simply press and hold on the map, the distance to that point is shown, drag your finger around to zero in on your target. You can get the distance to any point on the course.

- Press and hold or tap on the screen to get the distance to your target
- Use either Meters or Yards
- GPS accuracy is shown as a circle around the target point
- Location tracking turns off automatically when you leave the course
- No sign-up or login, just open the app and enjoy!

We hope you love Pin High and we are interested in hearing from you! Please send your feedback or feature requests to contact@pinhigh.app

## Key features

- Tap and hold for distance
- Distance to any point on course
- Meters or Yards option
- GPS accuracy indicator
- Automatic location tracking off
- No sign-up required

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pin-high-golf-range-finder/id1476799773/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2023-10-17*

And free

### 5/5 — Thoreau would like it

*2023-07-02*

Simplify, Simplify, Simplify.
Great app for finding distance…thats it! Sometimes a pencil is easier than a complicated app. Great work!!!

### 5/5 — Wonderful wonderful wonderful

*2023-06-16*

Immediately deleted the other app that I was using.

### 1/5 — Not enough detail

*2020-08-30*

Can’t zoom in enough to make it worthwhile for golf. Maybe to find out how far someplace is from your house 🙄

### 5/5 — Such a good and simple way to measure distances out on the course

*2020-01-03*

Can’t beat the simplicity of this range finder.

## Frequently asked questions about Pin High

### How do I get distances with Pin High?

To get distances with Pin High, simply press and hold on the map where you want to measure. The distance to that point will be displayed. You can also drag your finger to zero in on your target for precise measurements.

### Does Pin High have ads?

Yes, Pin High contains advertisements. As a free application, it utilizes ads to support its development and operation.

### What devices does Pin High support?

Pin High is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### Is Pin High suitable for all ages?

Pin High has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for young children and above. Its simple interface and gameplay are designed to be easily understood.

### How accurate is the GPS in Pin High?

The GPS accuracy in Pin High is shown as a circle around the target point on the map. This visual indicator helps you understand the precision of the distance measurement.

### Do I need to create an account to use Pin High?

No, Pin High does not require any sign-up or login. You can open the app and start using the rangefinder immediately without creating an account.

### When was Pin High last updated?

The latest version of Pin High, version 1.4, was last updated on September 29, 2022. This indicates recent maintenance and potential improvements.

### Can I use Pin High in meters or yards?

Yes, Pin High allows you to choose between using either meters or yards for your distance measurements, catering to different user preferences.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2022-09-29

- Fixes a bug that caused location settings not to work
- Adds a button to immediately zoom in on your current location
- Update for iPhone 14 Pro

### 1.3 — 2021-04-06

- Added the distance moved since the last time a measurement was taken to the bottom right corner of the map. This allows you to know how far you are hitting your clubs.
- Fixed a bug that was causing the target line to disappear.

### 1.2 — 2020-08-06

- Location now turns off automatically when you leave the course
- Bug fixes and other minor enhancements

### 1.1 — 2020-03-17

- Ability to customize background running time (if enabled)
- Ability to quick toggle background mode

### 1.0 — 2020-01-03

No release notes.

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