# Putt Vision vs Short Game Chef

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Short Game Chef at 100% against Putt Vision's 32%. Short Game Chef also leads on price (Free vs $4.99) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Putt Vision's advantage is chart position (#92 vs unranked). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Short Game Chef is free to download; Putt Vision costs $4.99 up front. Putt Vision sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Short Game Chef sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $99.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Short Game Chef holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Short Game Chef has 15 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Putt Vision's written reviews are positive against 100% of Short Game Chef's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Putt Vision | Short Game Chef |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/putt-vision/id1465601144/reviews) | **[5.0 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/short-game-chef/id6514272482/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **15** |
| Positive reviews | 32.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#92** | — |
| Size | 211 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Visual Vertigo Software Technologies GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1039078678) | [Short Game Chef](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896757734) |

## What reviewers say

### Putt Vision

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/putt-vision/id1465601144)

**Currently charting:** #92 Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

This augmented reality app uses advanced technology to predict the perfect putting line for any break and distance. It offers real-time ball tracking and a customizable heads-up display to help golfers improve their game. Content creators can also use it to add impressive AR elements to their videos.

**Highlights:** Green reading and break line prediction, Real-time ball tracking, Custom holographic heads-up display, Augmented reality text overlay, Shot Tracer in augmented reality, Indoor projector mode

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VR and Shot Tracer AR | $9.99 | per month |
| VR and Shot Tracer AR | $39.99 | per year |
| Projector Mode | $49.99 | per month |
| Projector Mode | $399.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎯 Dead on accuracy for putts
- 📈 Game changer for lowering scores
- 💡 Surprisingly works well
- ✨ Works like magic
- 💯 Accurately reads green break

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Does not work at all
- 👎 Gives wrong lines
- 🗑️ Absolute garbage app
- 🚫 Ball marker never turns red
- 📉 Numbers are way off

**Reported bugs**

- App does not work
- No video import function
- Gives wrong lines
- Doesn't trace ball or hole
- Ball marker never turns red

**Requested features**

- Video import function
- French version
- Left-handed golfer option
- Menu details for settings
- Access to monthly subscription


### Short Game Chef

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/short-game-chef/id6514272482)

Master your golf short game with expert-led video tutorials and drills. Learn techniques to improve skills, lower scores, and have more fun on the course. Join a community of dedicated golfers.

**Highlights:** Expert PGA Tour winner coaching, Comprehensive video library, Techniques for various shots, Practical, hands-on drills, Community of golf enthusiasts, Lower your golf scores

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Subscription | $99.00 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to implement tips
- 🎥 Helpful instructional videos
- 🔧 Informative for beginners
- 🔥 Engaging content
- 🏌️‍♂️ Boosts confidence


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Putt Vision free?

Putt Vision costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Short Game Chef free?

Short Game Chef is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Putt Vision or Short Game Chef?

Short Game Chef is rated higher. Putt Vision averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Short Game Chef averages 5.0 from 15 ratings.

### Do Putt Vision or Short Game Chef have ads?

Neither Putt Vision nor Short Game Chef shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Putt Vision or Short Game Chef?

Putt Vision ships an update every 2 months, and Short Game Chef every 2 months. Most recently, Putt Vision was updated on October 21, 2026 and Short Game Chef on October 10, 2026.

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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.*