# DiveChamp2 vs Golf Dreams

The clearest difference is price: Golf Dreams at Free against DiveChamp2's $0.99. Golf Dreams also leads on ratings volume (30K vs 110) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). DiveChamp2's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (93% vs 62%). On rating, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Golf Dreams is free to download; DiveChamp2 costs $0.99 up front. DiveChamp2 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Golf Dreams sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 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 — 4.8 for DiveChamp2 against 4.8 for Golf Dreams. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Golf Dreams has 30K ratings behind it against 110, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of DiveChamp2's written reviews are positive against 62% of Golf Dreams's.

DiveChamp2 ships an update every 3 weeks, Golf Dreams every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DiveChamp2 | Golf Dreams |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.8 (110 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/divechamp2/id1457275655/reviews) | **[4.8 (30K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-dreams/id1551178669/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 110 | **30K** |
| Positive reviews | **93.3% of reviews** | 62.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #90 | **#44** |
| Size | 122 MB | 436 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jean-Baptiste Bolcato](https://appshunter.io/developer/492088331) | [Golf Dreams AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551178672) |

## What reviewers say

### DiveChamp2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/divechamp2/id1457275655)

**Currently charting:** #90 Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

Experience the thrill of competitive diving in this realistic simulator. Progress from local meets to international events, mastering various dives and platforms. Customize and upgrade your diver as you compete and practice.

**Highlights:** Realistic 2D graphics and animation, Multiple springboards and platforms (1m to 10m), Variety of dive types and positions, Freestyle practice mode, RPG elements for diver customization and upgrades, Realistic judging and competition simulation, Game Center support for achievements and leaderboards

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Training Camp | $0.99 | one-time |
| Intensive Training Camp | $1.99 | one-time |


### Golf Dreams

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-dreams/id1551178669)

**Currently charting:** #44 Top Free · Sports, #48 Top Grossing · Sports, #127 Top Free · Simulation (US App Store)

Experience realistic 3D golf with true physics and innovative controls. Build your career, win prizes, and compete in tournaments or quick mini-golf matches. Challenge friends or rivals in head-to-head PvP.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D golf simulation, Career mode with tournaments, Win and upgrade golf clubs, Challenging golf courses, Shape your shots (draw/fade), PvP multiplayer matches, Realistic ball tracer and stats

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Pass Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Course: Sunset Valley | $0.99 | one-time |
| Course: Canyon Course | $0.99 | one-time |
| Weekly League Entry | $0.99 | one-time |
| Silver chest | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack of tickets | $1.49 | one-time |
| Bag of tickets | $1.99 | one-time |
| Course: Highland Bay | $1.99 | one-time |
| Course: Woody Pines | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gold chest | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack of Gold Markers | $1.99 | one-time |
| Major Chest | $2.99 | one-time |
| Dream Pass Plus | $4.49 | one-time |
| Pack of Major Passes | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pile of tickets | $5.49 | one-time |
| Pile of Major Passes | $7.99 | one-time |
| Tickets Unlimited (Small) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Box of tickets | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pile of gold markers | $9.99 | one-time |
| Tickets Unlimited (Large) | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Awesome game
- 👍 Best golf game on the app store
- 👍 Smooth and satisfying golf swing
- 👍 Realistic physics and ball flight
- 👍 Great visuals and audio

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent wind and swing mechanics
- 🐛 Inaccurate putting grid
- 🐛 Overpowered AI opponents
- 🐛 Slow progression and club unlocks
- 🐛 Frequent updates causing issues

**Reported bugs**

- Progress loss after updates
- Inability to add friends
- Putting issues causing unexpected ball behavior
- Inconsistent tournament scoring and rewards

**Requested features**

- Add more courses and game modes
- Improve club progression and unlocks
- Implement real-time multiplayer
- Add more customization options
- Improve putting mechanics and controls


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DiveChamp2 free?

DiveChamp2 costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Golf Dreams free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DiveChamp2 or Golf Dreams?

Golf Dreams is rated higher. DiveChamp2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 110 ratings, while Golf Dreams averages 4.8 from 30K ratings.

### Do DiveChamp2 or Golf Dreams have ads?

Golf Dreams shows ads; DiveChamp2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, DiveChamp2 or Golf Dreams?

DiveChamp2 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Golf Dreams every 6 days. Most recently, DiveChamp2 was updated on October 20, 2026 and Golf Dreams on October 21, 2026.

### Which is more popular, DiveChamp2 or Golf Dreams?

DiveChamp2 currently peaks at #90 in the App Store charts, and Golf Dreams at #44. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*