The Bowling Buddy

The Bowling Buddy

by Beasleyville

126 ratings
70 reviews
#86 in paid Sports
🔧 Utilities
⚽ Sports
$1.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 1, 2012
  • January 3, 2017

Features

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Easily track your bowling scores without complex data entry. This app provides a simple interface to log your game results, calculate averages, and view key statistics. It supports multiple bowlers and leagues, making it perfect for casual and serious bowlers alike.

Simple score tracking
Overall average calculation
Multiple bowler support
Multiple league support
Score export via email
Handicap calculation
5 Pin Bowling support
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What's New in The Bowling Buddy

2.3.6

January 3, 2017

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included. *** Version 2.3.6 supports iOS 11 *** Fix another problem when sharing on Facebook. - Thanks Joe

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Last updated on August 2, 2026.

User reviews

This app is great!

No bs, it’s just easy to use, no subscription, no bugs despite being an older app, it’s just great.

Score keeper

Great little app to keep track of league scores and tournaments I can compare from one year to the next.

Tournament

Needs a tournament option.

Worst Non Functional App

I bought it and it doesn't work at all!

Crashing and won’t open up

Prior to the crashes I really enjoyed the app.

User experience

🐞

Reported Bugs

3 issues

App crashes and won't open

Bug

App doesn't work at all after purchase

Bug

Unstable on iPad

Bug

Requested Features

46 requests

Tournament option

Feature

Input frames for each game

Feature

Ability to input frames for each game

Feature

Ability to score each game as you bowl

Feature

Notes section for each week

Feature

Invite others to view scores

Feature

Create a single league and assign bowlers

Feature

Cumulative ranking from a single league page

Feature

Updated version for latest generation phones

Feature

Sync other info to iPad

Feature

Keep track of team scores

Feature

Track which house bowled better

Feature

Track which ball bowled better with

Feature

Track total pins (scratch + handicap)

Feature

Android version

Feature

Group scores for team tracking

Feature

Sign in/backup to an account for multi-device access

Feature

Manual handicap entry for past scores

Feature

Notes area per game/league

Feature

Show scratch and handicap scores

Feature

iPhone X support

Feature

Breakdown average by games

Feature

Graph option to view averages over time

Feature

Track strikes and spares per game

Feature

Add more than 12 games in a series

Feature

Option to put scores in (manual entry)

Feature

Tournament tracking

Feature

Team functionality

Feature

More stats (handicap history, 200+ games, high/low scores, performance by house, ball performance)

Feature

Notes under each individual week

Feature

Simple per game score keeper

Feature

Group/team view for single game scores

Feature

Indicate pre-bowls

Feature

Indicate missed days (average -10%)

Feature

More functions like highest game, highest triple

Feature

Graph showing progress over time

Feature

Ability to add ongoing handicap when starting a league

Feature

Import scores back in case of phone loss

Feature

Export/import data files

Feature

Discern games on different lanes

Feature

Comment on each game

Feature

Synchronization between iPhone and iPad

Feature

Sort and move profiles on main screen

Feature

Enter scores for multiple people on one screen

Feature

Add more games per league (for tournaments)

Feature

Improvements and new features

Feature

FAQ

What does The Bowling Buddy do?

The Bowling Buddy is a straightforward application designed to help you record and manage your bowling scores. It focuses on simplicity, allowing you to log your game results with minimal effort and instantly see your updated averages and statistics.

What are the key features of The Bowling Buddy?

Key features include simple score tracking, automatic calculation of overall averages for each bowler, support for multiple bowlers and leagues, the ability to calculate handicaps, and options to export your scores via email. It also supports 5 Pin Bowling.

Is The Bowling Buddy free to use?

Yes, The Bowling Buddy is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, suggesting a completely free experience for users.

What devices is The Bowling Buddy compatible with?

The description specifically mentions support for iOS 10. While not explicitly stated for other versions or operating systems, it is designed for mobile devices running iOS.

Who would benefit from using The Bowling Buddy?

Anyone who bowls, from casual players to league participants, can benefit from this app. It's ideal for those who want to track their progress, monitor their average scores, and keep a record of their games without the complexity of detailed frame-by-frame analysis.