Handicap Tracker vs Roundabout
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Handicap Tracker
This app helps golfers calculate and monitor their handicap using the USGA WHS formula. Track your progress over time and view individual round differentials. It's designed for personal use and is not affiliated with the USGA.
- Calculate golf handicap (USGA WHS)
- Support for any golf course
- Track progress over time
- View individual round differential
- Simple and easy to use
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Handicap Tracker is the simple way to calculate and track your golf handicap with the World Handicap System (WHS). Add the courses you play, post your scores, and watch your Handicap Index update. No membership, no account, no sign-up. CALCULATE YOUR HANDICAP INDEX Post a round and Handicap Tracker computes your Handicap Index using the World Handicap System (WHS) 2024 method, the framework used by golf's governing bodies. Your index updates automatically every time you add a round. A COURSE HANDICAP FOR ANY COURSE Add any course you play with its course rating, slope rating, and par. Handicap Tracker gives you a Course Handicap for each one, shown as a whole number, so you know your strokes before you tee off. SEE EVERY ROUND'S SCORE DIFFERENTIAL Each round shows its own Score Differential, so you can see exactly how every round factors into your index. 18- AND 9-HOLE ROUNDS Post full 18-hole rounds or 9-hole rounds. Nine-hole rounds are combined into 18-hole equivalents using the official expected-score method, so they count the right way toward your index. Your first index establishes after 54 holes, in any mix of 9s and 18s. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Watch your Handicap Index trend over time with charts and stats, see which rounds are counting toward your index right now, and spot whether your game is heading in the right direction. SYNCS ACROSS YOUR DEVICES Your courses and rounds sync automatically over iCloud, so your full history is on every device you sign in to. DESIGNED FOR iPHONE AND iPAD A clean, fast, native design with full Dark Mode. Export your full round history to CSV whenever you want it. HANDICAP TRACKER PRO (OPTIONAL) Handicap Tracker is free and supported by ads. Pro is an optional upgrade for golfers who want more: - Handicap Card: share or print a clean card of your index as a PDF or image - No ads - What Counts Next: see the score you need at your home course to lower your index - Deeper stats: more ways to look at your index over time Everything free stays free. Your Handicap Index, Course Handicap, round history, stats, and CSV export are not moving behind the paywall. Pro Annual: an auto-renewing subscription at $19.99 per year, with a 7-day free trial for new subscribers. Pro Lifetime: a one-time purchase of $59.99. It is not a subscription and there is nothing to renew. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. A subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for the renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use: https://handicaptracker.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://handicaptracker.app/privacy Disclaimer: Handicap Tracker is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the USGA, The R&A, or the World Handicap System. "World Handicap System" and "WHS" are used only to describe the calculation method. The Handicap Index and Course Handicap shown are unofficial, for personal tracking only, and are no substitute for an official Handicap Index issued by the USGA, The R&A, or an authorized golf association. The app does not post scores to GHIN or any official handicapping service.
Roundabout
Improve your golf game with precise GPS data for thousands of courses, automatic shot tracking, and AI-powered club recommendations. Analyze your performance with detailed statistics and Strokes Gained analytics to lower your handicap.
- Golf GPS for 40,000+ courses
- Automatic shot tracking with Apple Watch
- AI-powered virtual caddie
- Strokes Gained analytics
- Intelligent scorecard
- Performance statistics
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Improve your golf handicap with Roundabout—your Apple Watch-integrated golf companion featuring precise Golf GPS data for over 40,000 courses, automatic shot tracking, tailored club recommendations from a virtual caddie, and actionable statistical analysis to enhance your performance on the green. ▶ GOLF GPS & GOLF SHOT TRACKING ◀ [GOLF GPS COVERAGE] • Navigate the fairways with Golf GPS data for over 40,000 courses globally, providing accurate distances to greens, hazards, tees, and landing zones on both your phone and Apple Watch. [ GOLF SWING SHOT DETECTION WITH APPLE WATCH] • Capture every golf swing automatically with your Apple Watch, meticulously recording details on strokes, putts, and penalties for live tracking or detailed post-round analysis. [WIND SPEED & DIRECTION INSIGHTS] • Access wind speed and direction data on the map to enhance your strategic decisions on the golf course. ▶ VIRTUAL GOLF COACH & CADDIE ◀ [PERSONALIZED GOLF COACHING] • Gain an edge with Strokes Gained analytics and AI, receiving tailored advice and strategic coaching to enhance your playing style and shot selection. [SMART GOLF CLUB RECOMMENDATIONS] • Benefit from the precision of AI-enhanced Virtual Caddie, providing club choices customized for every shot by considering lie, distance, elevation, and weather, and refined by your unique playing data. [INTELLIGENT SCORECARD] • Easily record and analyze your golf scores with an intelligent scorecard feature that provides a detailed breakdown of your play, helping you understand your game better. ▶ GOLF PERFORMANCE ANALYTICS ◀ [COMPREHENSIVE GOLF STATISTICS] • Analyze actionable post-round data revealing your golf strengths, areas for improvement, and consistent tendencies, complete with key metrics such as Greens in Regulation (GIR), Fairways in Regulation (FIR), and scrambling success rates. [VISUALIZED PERFORMANCE METRICS] • Engage with visually rich statistics, including strokes gained across various play aspects, enabling a deeper understanding of your game progression. ▶ SEAMLESS APPLE WATCH INTEGRATION ◀ [SYNCED GOLF ACTIVITY] • Track golf rounds effortlessly from your Apple Watch, syncing with the Health app for a holistic view of your golf fitness metrics. [ENHANCED WATCH FEATURES] • Access advanced features such as swing detection, convenient score entry, and a range of on-wrist utilities that keep the focus on your game, not the gadget. ▶ GOLF COMMUNITY ◀ [FOR PLAYERS] • Join the Roundabout community to share your golf data with instructors, receive coaching, or simply enjoy the camaraderie with friends and fellow enthusiasts. [FOR INSTRUCTORS] • Collaborate with students within the app, harnessing powerful insights to guide their training, offer targeted lessons, and witness measurable improvement. [EXPLORE GOLF COURSES] • Use satellite imagery to discover new courses, challenge yourself against the community, and celebrate personal victories. [SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS] • Opt for monthly or annual subscriptions to unlock premium features like Virtual Golf Coach and Caddie, automatic golf shot tracking, golf scorecard functionality, and in-depth golf statistics for comprehensive gameplay analysis. Roundabout is more than just a golf app—it’s an extensive toolkit that revolutionizes how you play and improve in the sport of golf. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, Roundabout provides the insights and tools necessary for top-tier golf performance. Terms of Use are available at: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Roundabout at none against Handicap Tracker's shown. Roundabout also leads on ratings volume (5.1K vs 212) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). Handicap Tracker's advantage is review sentiment (73% vs 56%) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Handicap Tracker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year and Roundabout sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Handicap Tracker against 4.6 for Roundabout. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roundabout has 5.1K ratings behind it against 212, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of Handicap Tracker's written reviews are positive against 56% of Roundabout's.
Handicap Tracker ships an update every 3 weeks, Roundabout every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.
| Parameter | Handicap Tracker | Roundabout |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (212 ratings) | 4.6 (5.1K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 72.7% of reviews — better | 56.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 212 | 5.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 105 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | corey smith | Ponti Capital, LLC |
Customer experience
Handicap Tracker
Roundabout
User reviews
Handicap Tracker
From 212 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Free and accurate handicap
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 9-hole rounds count
- 👍 Saves all scores and courses
- 👍 No subscription required
Room to improve
- 🐛 Data loss issues
- 🐛 Inaccurate calculations reported
- 🐛 App stopped working
- 🐛 Requires manual course entry
- 🐛 Ads present
Roundabout
From 5.1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Accurate GPS and course management
- 📊 Excellent stats and analytics
- 🔍 Detailed shot tracking
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🤖 Useful Apple Watch integration
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
- 🔋 Drains Apple Watch battery
- 💻 Confusing and outdated UI
- 🤯 Tedious shot editing process
- 🤔 Inaccurate shot detection
Bugs and requests
Handicap Tracker
Reported bugs
9 issues- All data deleted
- Scores and courses disappeared
- Handicap stayed the same
- Unable to send email to support
- All data gone after season
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- Scores disappeared after six weeks
- All rounds disappeared after a year
- Lost all data after a year
- Cannot get last games into app after phone upgrade
Requested features
5 requests- Option to select app icon
- Show round differentials on rounds list
- Link to course database for easier entry
- Allow entry of gross and adjusted gross scores
- Option to input adjusted gross score
Roundabout
Reported bugs
4 issues- Incorrect stroke count
- Inability to delete test rounds
- App locking up and requiring reinstall
- Sync issues between phone and watch
Requested features
5 requests- Add shot button for missed shots
- Customizable club selection
- Improved syncing between phone and watch
- Ability to share round data
- Localized versions (e.g. French)
In-app purchases
Handicap Tracker
- Handicap Tracker Pro Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Handicap Tracker Pro - Lifetime$59.99
Roundabout
- Par Monthly$1.991 Month
- Birdie Monthly$5.991 Month
- Statistics Monthly$6.991 Month
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- Eagle Monthly$11.991 Month
- Par Annual$19.991 Year
- Statistics Annual$59.991 Year
- Birdie Annual$59.991 Year
- Eagle Annual$119.991 Year
- Statistics Week$9.99
- Auto Shot Detection$9.99
Questions
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