# Spark Golf vs GOLF SECRETS

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Spark Golf at none against GOLF SECRETS's 5. Spark Golf also leads on ratings volume (8.6K vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months). GOLF SECRETS's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GOLF SECRETS sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Spark Golf asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Spark Golf against 5.0 for GOLF SECRETS. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spark Golf has 8.6K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Spark Golf ships an update every 3 months, GOLF SECRETS every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Spark Golf | GOLF SECRETS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (8.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spark-golf/id1169489194/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-secrets/id6474728889/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8.6K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 69.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 10 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.5** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Epic Golf, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1169489193) | [Picture Films](https://appshunter.io/developer/410768807) |

## What reviewers say

### Spark Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spark-golf/id1169489194)

This app connects people through recreational golf leagues. It facilitates social interaction, friendly competition, and organized 9-hole games. Discover local leagues and enjoy a more social and fun golf experience.

**Highlights:** Nationwide network of leagues, 9-hole recreational golf, Social connection and networking, Friendly competition, Organized league play, Find local leagues

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun format
- 👍 Friendly and accommodating
- 👍 Great customer service
- 👍 Convenient and easy to use
- 👍 Good opportunity to meet new people

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Scoring issues and imbalanced system
- ⏱️ Slow pace of play
- 💰 Overpriced compared to regular play
- 🤔 Confusing and lacking in organization
- 📞 Poor customer support responsiveness

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with score registration
- Compatibility problems with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add GPS functionality
- Improve real-time booking and scheduling
- Implement fairer scoring system


### GOLF SECRETS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-secrets/id6474728889)

Enhance your golf skills with over 1000 concise tips covering all aspects of the game. This app provides instant, on-course advice without lengthy videos, making it a perfect companion for practice or play. It also includes jokes, quotes, and games to add fun to your golf experience.

**Highlights:** Over 1000 concise golf tips, On-demand, on-course advice, No lengthy videos, Golf jokes and quotes, On-course golf games, Improve driving, chipping, and putting

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GOLFTIPSU: Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| GOLFTIPSU - Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Best Value Monthly | $4.99 | one-time |
| Most Popular Yearly | $49.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Spark Golf free?

Spark Golf is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GOLF SECRETS free?

GOLF SECRETS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Spark Golf or GOLF SECRETS?

GOLF SECRETS is rated higher. Spark Golf averages 4.9 out of 5 from 8.6K ratings, while GOLF SECRETS averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Spark Golf or GOLF SECRETS have ads?

Spark Golf shows ads; GOLF SECRETS does not.

### Which is updated more often, Spark Golf or GOLF SECRETS?

Spark Golf ships an update every 3 months, and GOLF SECRETS every 6 months. Most recently, Spark Golf was updated on October 23, 2026 and GOLF SECRETS on October 11, 2026.

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