# Golf Clash vs Mini Golf 3D

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mini Golf 3D at none against Golf Clash's 10. Mini Golf 3D also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 51%). Golf Clash's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (2.1M vs 794). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Golf Clash sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Mini Golf 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

Golf Clash holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Golf Clash has 2.1M ratings behind it against 794, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 51% of Golf Clash's written reviews are positive against 76% of Mini Golf 3D's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Golf Clash ships an update every 3 weeks, Mini Golf 3D every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Golf Clash | Mini Golf 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (2.1M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-clash-golfing-simulator/id1089225191/reviews)** | [4.3 (794 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-golf-3d-classic/id1188093933/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.1M** | 794 |
| Positive reviews | 51.1% of reviews | **75.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#2** | — |
| Size | 326 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Electronic Arts](https://appshunter.io/developer/284800461) | [Jeffrey Gaines](https://appshunter.io/developer/1117665133) |

## What reviewers say

### Golf Clash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-clash-golfing-simulator/id1089225191)

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Grossing · Sports, #10 Top Grossing · Simulation, #57 Top Free · Sports, #83 Top Grossing · Games, #169 Top Free · Simulation (US App Store)

Experience a thrilling arcade-style golf simulation. Compete against players worldwide in 1v1 matches or enjoy solo tournaments on beautiful, real-world courses. Master shot mechanics, collect gear, and climb leaderboards to become the ultimate golf champion.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer golf games, 1v1 challenges, Solo tournaments, Real-world golf courses, Arcade-style game modes, Customizable gear and balls

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| handful of gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Golden Shot Single | $0.99 | one-time |
| box of gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Opening Round Qualifier | $4.99 | one-time |
| Golden Shot Multiple | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mega Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Epic Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Super Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| sack of gems | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Engaging gameplay
- 👍 Fun and addictive
- 🚀 Quick and easy to pick up
- 👍 Fantastic graphics and sounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent ball physics
- 🔒 Unfair matchmaking
- 💰 Pay-to-win mechanics
- 🐛 Frequent connection issues and crashes
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Shots not registering correctly
- Sudden disconnections during gameplay
- Inconsistent ball behavior and trajectories

**Requested features**

- Practice mode or driving range
- Ability to customize clubs and shots
- Fairer matchmaking system
- Improved customer support


### Mini Golf 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-golf-3d-classic/id1188093933)

Experience a classic mini golf adventure with multiple courses and engaging gameplay. Compete globally, unlock achievements, and master your putting skills with intuitive controls and diverse camera perspectives. Enjoy a relaxing yet challenging virtual golf experience.

**Highlights:** Six 18-hole courses, Normal and practice modes, Global leaderboards, Unlockable achievements, Three camera modes, Simple tap controls

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and challenging game
- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 💡 Variety of courses
- 👍 Good physics and controls
- 👍 Generous with free content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs in some levels
- 💡 Lack of online multiplayer
- 💡 Limited customization options
- 🔋 Frequent ads can be intrusive
- 🐛 Inconsistent hole difficulty

**Reported bugs**

- Holes with broken loops or physics
- Incorrect out-of-bounds penalties
- Graphical issues on some devices

**Requested features**

- Add online multiplayer
- Implement score saving
- Improve camera angles and visibility
- Add more course variety and difficulty levels
- Provide an ad-free paid version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Golf Clash free?

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

### Is Mini Golf 3D free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Golf Clash or Mini Golf 3D?

Golf Clash is rated higher. Golf Clash averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.1M ratings, while Mini Golf 3D averages 4.3 from 794 ratings.

### Do Golf Clash or Mini Golf 3D have ads?

Both Golf Clash and Mini Golf 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Golf Clash or Mini Golf 3D?

Golf Clash ships an update every 3 weeks, and Mini Golf 3D every 9 months. Most recently, Golf Clash was updated on November 8, 2026 and Mini Golf 3D on November 2, 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.*