# GolfPass vs Sparrow

The clearest difference is ads: Sparrow at none against GolfPass's shown. Sparrow also leads on chart position (#152 vs unranked) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 weeks). GolfPass's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (46% vs 28%). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GolfPass sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Sparrow sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GolfPass holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.5K and 3.6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of GolfPass's written reviews are positive against 28% of Sparrow's.

GolfPass ships an update every 4 weeks, Sparrow every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GolfPass | Sparrow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (5.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfpass/id1448493740/reviews)** | [4.5 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sparrow-golf/id1526670395/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.5K** | 3.6K |
| Positive reviews | **45.5% of reviews** | 28.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#152** |
| Size | 113 MB | 649 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GolfNow.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/411930501) | [Sparrow Vision, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1526670817) |

## What reviewers say

### GolfPass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfpass/id1448493740)

Access exclusive golf content, including original series, lessons from champions, and Golf Channel programs. Watch on your mobile device or connected TV, anytime, anywhere. Improve your game with thousands of on-demand tips and insights from top professionals.

**Highlights:** Exclusive GolfPass Originals, Golf Channel Programs, On-demand Golf Tips & Lessons, Instruction from Champion Golfers, Streaming Access Anywhere, Live Tournament Updates

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GolfPass Video | $4.99 | per month |
| GolfPass Video Trial | $4.99 | per month |
| GolfPass Video | $49.99 | per year |
| GolfPass+ | $119.00 | per year |
| GolfPass VIP | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Worth every dollar
- 👍 Always on Point
- 👍 Love all these tips
- 👍 Excellent instruction videos
- 👍 Excellent and short tutorial videos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Horrible App
- 🚫 Customer Support Disappoints
- 🚫 Great content; horrible app!
- 🚫 Advertising is false
- 🚫 Can't sign in to app

**Reported bugs**

- Playlist order issues
- Freezing/crashing when playing videos
- Login issues, requiring repeated logins
- Inability to access tee time credits
- Incompatibility with iOS 16

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and favorite videos
- Playlist order and continue watching
- Landscape mode for iPad
- Ability to cast to TV
- Ability to track watched videos


### Sparrow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sparrow-golf/id1526670395)

**Currently charting:** #152 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

This app uses advanced AI to analyze your golf swing in real-time, providing personalized feedback and drills. Track your progress and compare your swing to professionals to lower your handicap.

**Highlights:** Real-time AI swing analysis, Automatic swing detection, Personalized swing feedback, PGA Pro swing comparison, Drill video library, Swing progress tracking, SparrowScore for improvement

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro Access | $14.99 | per month |
| Monthly Pro Access | $29.99 | per month |
| Annual Pro Access | $71.99 | per year |
| Annual Pro Access | $99.99 | per year |
| Annual Pro Access | $119.99 | per year |
| Annual Pro Access | $149.99 | per year |
| Annual Pro Access | $179.99 | per year |
| Annual Pro Access | $239.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app for learning
- 🚀 Stacks up against real golf coaches
- 💡 Helpful swing analysis and feedback
- 🚀 Immediate results from using the app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🐛 Inconsistent swing analysis
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices
- 🐛 Slow performance and long processing times

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes during swing analysis
- Inability to register or login
- Incorrect swing detection and feedback
- App freezing and becoming unusable

**Requested features**

- Add ball tracker and shot info
- Allow uploading of pre-recorded videos
- Improve joint and club head detection
- Provide more customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GolfPass free?

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

### Is Sparrow free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GolfPass or Sparrow?

GolfPass is rated higher. GolfPass averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5.5K ratings, while Sparrow averages 4.5 from 3.6K ratings.

### Do GolfPass or Sparrow have ads?

GolfPass shows ads; Sparrow does not.

### Which is updated more often, GolfPass or Sparrow?

GolfPass ships an update every 4 weeks, and Sparrow every 2 weeks. Most recently, GolfPass was updated on October 26, 2026 and Sparrow on October 25, 2026.

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