# Pixel Golf 3D vs Stinger Golf

The clearest difference is rating: Stinger Golf at 4.4 against Pixel Golf 3D's 1.0. Stinger Golf also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 41 months). Pixel Golf 3D's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stinger Golf sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Pixel Golf 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stinger Golf holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stinger Golf has 90 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Pixel Golf 3D ships an update every 41 months, Stinger Golf every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pixel Golf 3D | Stinger Golf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-golf-3d/id1025567165/reviews) | **[4.4 (90 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stinger-golf/id6480521873/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **90** |
| Positive reviews | — | 81.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 41 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 71 MB | 1.7 GB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [gitae park](https://appshunter.io/developer/752748893) | [WTTR Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1739370188) |

## What reviewers say

### Pixel Golf 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-golf-3d/id1025567165)

Experience a simple and easy-to-play golf game with a charming pixel art style. Master the "touch and shot" mechanic to become the best golfer.

**Highlights:** Simple golf gameplay, Touch and shot controls, Pixel style graphics, Easy to play, One-touch operation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Stinger Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stinger-golf/id6480521873)

Experience a realistic golf simulation with intuitive single-finger controls. Master your swing with 15 clubs, adjust spin and loft, and tackle unique holes with dynamic wind conditions. Compete on daily leaderboards or practice at your own pace.

**Highlights:** Single-finger swing control, Realistic physics simulation, 15 golf clubs, Adjustable backspin and loft, 198 unique golf holes, Daily leaderboards, Practice and driving range modes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monument Canyon - Golf Course | $3.99 | one-time |
| Silver Sands - Golf Course | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😊 Highly engaging and addictive gameplay
- 🎮 Intuitive one-touch controls
- 🆓 No ads or intrusive monetization
- 🏌️ Realistic golf mechanics and physics
- 🎨 Clean, simple design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Ball physics inconsistent and unrealistic
- 🎮 Club selection controls too complicated
- ⛳ Fairway and green friction/rolling mechanics problematic
- 🔄 Repetitive course design
- 📊 Limited visual variety and graphics

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes after checking leaderboard
- Ball phases through floor on green edges
- 0% power swing bug when releasing without swinging
- Ball rolls unrealistically slow on slopes
- Inconsistent shot results from identical swings

**Requested features**

- Auto club selection based on yardage
- More par 5 holes
- Additional courses and environments
- Club upgrade or progression system
- Course creator/custom hole builder


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pixel Golf 3D free?

Pixel Golf 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Stinger Golf free?

Stinger Golf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pixel Golf 3D or Stinger Golf?

Stinger Golf is rated higher. Pixel Golf 3D averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Stinger Golf averages 4.4 from 90 ratings.

### Do Pixel Golf 3D or Stinger Golf have ads?

Pixel Golf 3D shows ads; Stinger Golf does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pixel Golf 3D or Stinger Golf?

Pixel Golf 3D ships an update every 41 months, and Stinger Golf every 3 weeks. Most recently, Pixel Golf 3D was updated on October 8, 2026 and Stinger Golf on October 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*