# PGA Coach vs BigTeamGolf

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PGA Coach at none against BigTeamGolf's 14. PGA Coach also leads on ratings volume (74 vs 10) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.5). BigTeamGolf's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 86%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BigTeamGolf sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. PGA Coach asks for nothing beyond the download.

BigTeamGolf holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PGA Coach has 74 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of PGA Coach's written reviews are positive against 100% of BigTeamGolf's.

PGA Coach ships an update every 2 weeks, BigTeamGolf weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PGA Coach | BigTeamGolf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (74 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pga-coach/id1448721089/reviews) | **[5.0 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bigteamgolf/id6463801129/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **74** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 163 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Professional Golfers' Association of America](https://appshunter.io/developer/734127144) | [Black Dog Apps Limited Liability Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1705021337) |

## What reviewers say

### PGA Coach

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pga-coach/id1448721089)

This app streamlines booking, schedule management, and communication for golf coaches. It allows for easy lesson scheduling, student management, and team communication for PGA Jr. League.

**Highlights:** Calendar and schedule management, Lesson booking for students, Student contact management, Team messaging and scheduling, RSVP management for events, Game scoring, Push notifications

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### BigTeamGolf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bigteamgolf/id6463801129)

This app uses a proven algorithm to create balanced golf teams based on past performance data. It aims to ensure fair competition, where skilled teams are more likely to win. Enjoy more competitive and enjoyable golf matches.

**Highlights:** Fair team selection algorithm, Uses past scores and birdies, Near-optimal team picking, Promotes competitive matches, Accepts user data for analysis

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Par Tier Monthly Plan | $0.99 | per month |
| Birdie Tier Monthly Plan | $1.99 | per month |
| Eagle Tier Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Par Tier Annual Plan | $9.99 | per year |
| Birdie Tier Annual Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Eagle Tier Annual Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| Club Level I | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1 Member Add On | $0.99 | one-time |
| Club Level II | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10 Member Add On | $1.99 | one-time |
| Club Level III | $2.99 | one-time |
| Club Level IV | $4.99 | one-time |
| 50 Member Add On | $4.99 | one-time |
| Club Level V | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PGA Coach free?

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

### Is BigTeamGolf free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PGA Coach or BigTeamGolf?

BigTeamGolf is rated higher. PGA Coach averages 4.8 out of 5 from 74 ratings, while BigTeamGolf averages 5.0 from 10 ratings.

### Do PGA Coach or BigTeamGolf have ads?

Neither PGA Coach nor BigTeamGolf shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PGA Coach or BigTeamGolf?

PGA Coach ships an update every 2 weeks, and BigTeamGolf weekly. Most recently, PGA Coach was updated on October 24, 2026 and BigTeamGolf on October 24, 2026.

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