Comparison

PDC vs DartsOn

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

PDC

Stay connected to the Professional Darts Corporation with official news, tournament schedules, and live match updates. Track scores in real-time and use the in-app scorer to play games with friends or bots.

Highlights
  • Official PDC news updates
  • Tournament schedules and info
  • Live match centres
  • Real-time dart-by-dart scores
  • In-app scorer for games
  • Play against bots
Features
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The Official PDC App brings you closer to every Tournament, Match & Player through a robust and user-friendly iOS experience. App Features include: • Official ‘Trending’ & ‘Latest’ news from the Professional Darts Corporation! • Latest Tournament info, including future match schedules and related news! • Live Match Centres with real-time dart-by-dart scores, stats and more! • The In-app scorer - keep track of games with you and your friends, or play against bots! Never miss a leg, download the PDC App now!

About

DartsOn

This app simplifies darts scoring with automatic calculations, player management, and detailed statistics. Enjoy various game modes like X01 and Cricket against friends or AI opponents. Improve your game with performance analytics and real-time finish suggestions.

Highlights
  • Automatic score calculation
  • Player management and statistics
  • AI opponents with adjustable difficulty
  • X01 and Cricket game modes
  • Real-time finish suggestions
  • Detailed match analytics
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More than a darts scorekeeper. DartsOn is the all-in-one companion for every game you play: keeping score, tracking your progress, and helping you become a better player. Play X01 (301, 501, 701), Cricket, Shanghai, and Half It - solo against AI bots or with friends on a single device. DartsOn does the math so you can focus on your throw. Point Your Phone and Play. Prop up your phone, start a game, and let DartsOn read each dart the moment it lands. Your score updates in real time. No tapping, no calling out numbers, completely hands-free. - Automatic scoring through your camera, powered by on-device AI - Works with any standard dartboard - No electronic board, no Bluetooth, no calibration rig, no extra gadgets - your phone is all you need - Advanced AI model runs entirely on your device, so it works fully offline - Misread a dart? Correct any score in just two taps - All the power of a dedicated auto-scoring rig, using only the phone in your pocket - High accuracy even in the most challenging lighting conditions Score Your Way. However you like to play, DartsOn keeps up: - Camera auto-scoring for a fully hands-free game - Voice input: just call out your scores - Fast manual entry whenever you want it, using either a keyboard or an intuitive dartboard layout - Automatic score calculation and turn switching, every method Play Every Game You Love: - X01: 301, 501, 701, and more - Cricket - Shanghai - Half It - Flexible setup with custom sets and player line-ups for each game type Stats That Make You a Better Player. DartsOn records detailed analytics for every game, so you can see exactly where you stand and where to improve: - 3-dart average and first-9 average - Checkout percentage and finishing stats - Complete match history for every player - Progress and trends tracked over time - Per-player profiles with their own statistics - Spot your weak points and know what to practice next - Precise, engaging heatmaps for every mode when autoscoring is enabled Practice with Purpose. Built-in training modes help you drill the skills that win legs: - Dedicated practice modes including Singles/Doubles Training, JDC Challenge, and more - Checkout and finishing drills - Your practice progress flows straight into your stats Smart Finishes: - Real-time checkout suggestions the moment a finish is on - Always know which doubles to aim for - Take the guesswork out of closing a leg Friends or Bots, Anytime: - Pass-and-play local games on a single device with any number of players - Practice solo against AI bots across a range of skill levels - Keep your game sharp even when there's no one to play Designed for Dart Players: - Clean, ergonomic scoreboard that's easy to read mid-game - Powerful enough for serious players, simple enough for game night - Works offline anywhere — home, garage, or pub Stop fumbling with mental math, paper scorecards, and pricey electronic boards. DartsOn does the scoring while you focus on your technique, your strategy, and your next perfect throw. Download DartsOn and elevate your darts game today. ----- Privacy Policy: https://dartson.app/legal/privacy/ Terms of Service: https://dartson.app/legal/terms/

Screenshots

PDC4 screens
DartsOn4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: DartsOn at 65% against PDC's 14%. DartsOn also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.9) and ads (none vs shown). PDC's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DartsOn sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. PDC asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DartsOn holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 89 and 97 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of PDC's written reviews are positive against 65% of DartsOn's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
PDC versus DartsOn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDCDartsOn
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (89 ratings)4.6 (97 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.1% of reviews65.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8997 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size100 MB151 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperProfessional Darts CorporationRSApps Nordics

Customer experience

PDC

All ratings88 ratings
Positive43.2%
Neutral6.8%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews263 reviews
Positive14.1%
Neutral8.0%
Negative77.9%

DartsOn

All ratings93 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.2%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive65.4%
Neutral15.4%
Negative19.2%

Bugs and requests

PDC

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login issues, unable to change settings
  • Casting/streaming problems
  • App crashing or force closing

Requested features

3 requests
  • Restore start times and tournament calendar
  • Improve navigation and information presentation
  • Ensure app works consistently across devices

DartsOn

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

PDC

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

DartsOn

Subscriptions8
  • Premium$1.997 Days
  • Premium7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Premium$4.991 Month
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  • Premium7 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • Premium7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Premium7 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Premium$29.991 Year
  • Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is PDC free?
PDC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DartsOn free?
DartsOn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PDC or DartsOn?
DartsOn is rated higher. PDC averages 2.9 out of 5 from 89 ratings, while DartsOn averages 4.6 from 97 ratings.
Do PDC or DartsOn have ads?
PDC shows ads; DartsOn does not.
Which is updated more often, PDC or DartsOn?
PDC ships an update every 2 weeks, and DartsOn every 2 weeks. Most recently, PDC was updated on November 6, 2026 and DartsOn on November 8, 2026.

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