# The Purse — Golf Majors Pick'em & Earnings

> Golf major pick'em and earnings competition app with social features. (iPhone/iPad app by Austin Hunter.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-purse/id6774439533 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Austin Hunter](https://appshunter.io/developer/1643467170)
- Category: Sports, Games, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 56 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-purse/id6774439533/reviews.md

## What is The Purse?

The Purse turns every golf major into a competition you can win.

Pick 5 golfers before each major begins — The Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open, and The Open Championship. Your score is the real PGA Tour prize money those golfers earn. Track standings in real time as the leaderboard moves. Then play on into the postseason with the FedEx Cup Playoffs.

COMPETE WITH FRIENDS
• Create a private group for your crew
• Invite friends with a single link
• See everyone's picks, earnings, and standings in real time
• Tiebreaker: predict the winner's final score to settle ties
• All-time season standings across all four majors

THE PLAYOFF 5 — FEDEX CUP PLAYOFFS (optional, admin-controlled)
• One pick of 5 golfers covers all three playoff events
• Score points for every finish — totals carry across the run as the field shrinks 70 → 50 → 30
• Crown your predicted FedEx Cup champion — it breaks ties at the finale
• Event recaps after every leg, plus a finale ceremony that crowns your group's cup champion
• Group admins turn it on in Group Settings

JOIN COMMUNITY POOLS
• Compete against players from across the country in The Purse Community pool
• No sign-up fee — free to enter
• Leaderboard updates live every 30 minutes during play

TOURNAMENT RECAP
• Round-by-round animated recap reveals earnings as each round closes, with a final ceremony for podium finishers and trophy awards
• Hall of Fame tracks your group's trophy history across every season

GROUP FEATURES (optional, admin-controlled)
• Entry Fee: the organizer can set an entry fee message and Venmo link so members know what's expected. The Purse never processes money — all payments are arranged directly between members.
• Champion Pick: crown one of your five picks as your predicted tournament champion before the field tees off. Extra bragging rights if you nail it.
• Multiple entries per member for added strategy

LIVE DATA
• Leaderboard synced from ESPN every 30 minutes during active play
• Earnings calculated from official PGA Tour purse data
• Browse live leaderboards for The Players Championship and other marquee PGA Tour events — not just the majors
• Push notifications when results are finalized

BADGES & TROPHIES
• Earn badges for milestones: first picks, winning your group, crowning the champion, and more
• Trophy shelf on your profile tracks your history across every season
• Hall of Fame leaderboard shows all-time gold, silver, and bronze finishes

No gambling. No real-money wagering. Just bragging rights and the satisfaction of watching your picks cash checks on the real PGA Tour leaderboard.

Download free. Invite your group. May the best picker win.

## Key features

- Pick golfers for major tournaments
- Score based on real prize money earned
- Real-time leaderboard tracking
- Compete with friends in private groups
- Join community pools
- Animated tournament recaps
- Earn badges and trophies

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-purse/id6774439533/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect for major championship pools!

*2026-07-15*

Great app, very smooth and love that it links directly to Venmo.

**Developer response:** Appreciate it! Glad the Venmo integration is working smoothly for you. Enjoy the rest of The Open!

## Frequently asked questions about The Purse

### What is The Purse?

The Purse is a free app that lets you pick golfers for major golf tournaments. Your score is based on the actual prize money your selected golfers earn, turning every major into a competition.

### How do I play The Purse?

Before each major begins, you pick five golfers. Their real-life PGA Tour earnings determine your score. You can compete with friends in private groups or join public community pools.

### Does The Purse involve real money gambling?

No, The Purse explicitly states there is no gambling or real-money wagering. It is for bragging rights and the satisfaction of predicting successful golfers.

### Can I compete with friends on The Purse?

Yes, you can create private groups for your friends, invite them with a link, and see everyone's picks, earnings, and standings in real time. You can even set up tiebreakers.

### How often does the leaderboard update on The Purse?

The leaderboard is synced from ESPN and updates live every 30 minutes during active play. Push notifications are sent when results are finalized.

### What devices does The Purse support?

Currently, The Purse is supported on iPhone devices. It is available for free download.

### How is The Purse rated by users?

The Purse has a perfect 5.0-star rating based on 3 user reviews, indicating a highly positive user sentiment.

### When was The Purse last updated?

The latest version of The Purse, 1.0.5, was last updated on July 3, 2026. The app was initially released on June 26, 2026.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.3 — 2026-08-13

The FedEx Cup Playoffs are live:

• Join the playoff game right up to the first tee
• Sharper leaderboards
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.2.2 — 2026-08-08

The FedEx Cup Playoffs on Monday:

• Minor tournament enhancements
• Style improvements
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.2.1 — 2026-08-05

The FedEx Cup Playoffs last-minute updates:

• Redesigned tournament pages
• Faster screens
• Sharper dark mode
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.2.0 — 2026-08-04

The FedEx Cup Playoffs are now playable

• One pick of 5 golfers covers all three playoff events: the FedEx St. Jude Championship, BMW Championship, and TOUR Championship
• Score points for every finish - totals carry across the run as the field shrinks 70 → 50 → 30
• Event recaps after every leg, plus a finale ceremony that crowns your group's cup champion
• Group admins: turn on Extra Events in Group Settings before picks lock at the St. Jude opener

### 1.1.2 — 2026-08-01

On Tour

• What's live on Tour now shows right on your Groups tab between majors
• Real tournament logos throughout the app
• Performance and stability improvements

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