# Handicap vs GolfWatch

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Handicap at none against GolfWatch's 2. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GolfWatch sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Handicap asks for nothing beyond the download.

Handicap ships an update monthly, GolfWatch every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 9, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Handicap | GolfWatch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfwatch/id1623131201/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jochen Voss](https://appshunter.io/developer/1317830418) | [Exercitor GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1623131203) |

## What reviewers say

### Handicap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handicap/id1317830419)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### GolfWatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfwatch/id1623131201)

Enhance your golf game with a distraction-free experience directly on your wrist. Access course data, track scores, and analyze performance without needing your phone. Enjoy a privacy-focused approach to improving your play.

**Highlights:** Standalone Apple Watch app, Accurate GPS distances, Digital scorecard, Performance analytics sync, Tournament mode, GDPR-compliant data storage

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual subscription | $44.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Handicap free?

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

### Is GolfWatch free?

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

### Do Handicap or GolfWatch have ads?

Neither Handicap nor GolfWatch shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Handicap or GolfWatch?

Handicap ships an update monthly, and GolfWatch every 6 weeks. Most recently, Handicap was updated on October 9, 2026 and GolfWatch on October 9, 2026.

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