Simply frustrating to use solo.
Update on my initial May review.
I had high hopes for this app but I found it difficult to get a base to improve upon. Hands too far / close at set up was a constant source of annoyance. I believe this to be due to iphone set up positioning, slightly too high or low, too inside or outside, all influence the analysis.
This set up flaw dominated the coach feedback thus limiting any constructive feedback when on the range with the app.
I’ve went to the extent of using a camera tripod and a tape measure in an attempt to fix the issue but it persists. My golf range at the course is just a converted farmer’s field so the lies are not flat.
Ultimately I haven’t managed to change my swing even a small amount after perhaps 700 swings on the app.
I think it’s still a useful tool but I doubt I’ll renew my subscription.
By the way I’d recommend paying monthly for a few months to confirm usefulness before committing to the annual fee. The two week trial isn’t sufficient time to assess whether the app is worth the yearly investment.
My initial review.
Certainly a powerful practice assistant. While the 5 star review are plentiful, there’s still refinement required to make this app universally beneficial.
Obvious frustrations occur such as the App confirming you’re not in position when you’re putting the ball on the tee.
Personally, I couldn’t move the main issues highlighted (Hands Low at top, Spine forward half way down and Lead knee forward at impact). The included coaching videos essentially said feel the opposite, which I unfortunately couldn’t.
Just to add you have to change ‘coach’ to explore if there is a coaching video for an issue. There’s not that many at present.
I had high hopes for this app but I found it difficult to get a base to improve upon. Hands too far / close at set up was a constant source of annoyance. I believe this to be due to iphone set up positioning, slightly too high or low, too inside or outside, all influence the analysis.
This set up flaw dominated the coach feedback thus limiting any constructive feedback when on the range with the app.
I’ve went to the extent of using a camera tripod and a tape measure in an attempt to fix the issue but it persists. My golf range at the course is just a converted farmer’s field so the lies are not flat.
Ultimately I haven’t managed to change my swing even a small amount after perhaps 700 swings on the app.
I think it’s still a useful tool but I doubt I’ll renew my subscription.
By the way I’d recommend paying monthly for a few months to confirm usefulness before committing to the annual fee. The two week trial isn’t sufficient time to assess whether the app is worth the yearly investment.
My initial review.
Certainly a powerful practice assistant. While the 5 star review are plentiful, there’s still refinement required to make this app universally beneficial.
Obvious frustrations occur such as the App confirming you’re not in position when you’re putting the ball on the tee.
Personally, I couldn’t move the main issues highlighted (Hands Low at top, Spine forward half way down and Lead knee forward at impact). The included coaching videos essentially said feel the opposite, which I unfortunately couldn’t.
Just to add you have to change ‘coach’ to explore if there is a coaching video for an issue. There’s not that many at present.
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Good but needs a tweak
Currently only the rear cameras can record so you can’t see your iPhone screen while hitting. Need the forward camera as selectable with an instantly replay on the screen the player can see from the hitting area.
Response from developer
Swing Coach exclusively uses the rear camera, as that provides the best images for analysis and measurement. Rear cameras on iPhones / iPads have larger and higher quality lenses and sensors than the front cameras. Accuracy is priority number one for Swing Coach, which is why the front camera is not enabled.
Incredible
The feedback and swing analysis is fantastic. After 50 swings I got swing and connection on plain.
Waste of time
App couldn’t locate me, kept telling me to move forward. Changed to lighter clothes, tried all sorts of distances and settings,changed location and background. Eventually it stopped communicating but did pick up one swing but couldn’t analyse.
Excellent
Way better than I thought. Has improved my game
