Comparison

FS Golf vs Shot Pattern

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

Head to head
About

FS Golf

Enhance your golf practice with detailed shot analysis and video recording. Pair with a FlightScope radar for accurate data and visual feedback on your performance. Track progress and improve your game with customizable data displays and training tools.

Highlights
  • Accurate data and video recording
  • Customizable data overlay
  • 3D trajectory analysis
  • Shot grouping by club
  • Data Margins for performance targets
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Social media sharing
Features
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Improve your game and bring your practice to a new level with the FlightScope Golf mobile app. Pair your device with a FlightScope radar to record training sessions providing accurate data and automatically trimmed video. FS Golf provides various ways of displaying data so you can choose your favourite and focus solely on aspects you want to improve. Designed for players of all skill levels, from professionals to beginners, in order to enhance their training sessions. Hone your skills with purpose by using Data Margins – choose parameters and pick their minimal and maximum values to get visual feedback when your shot meets set requirements. Record your sessions assisted by the FS Golf app on your Apple Watch. You can choose out of six different layouts to display selected parameters of recorded shots. Use your device to review shots and easily change clubs without stopping the session or reaching out for your smartphone. Our Apple Watch app also allows you to check the radar’s status so you will always know when it is ready for the next shot. Features: Recording videos with customizable data overlay – choose displayed parameters and put them in an order that suits you. 3D trajectory, top and side views – analyze your shot trajectories from different angles and perspectives. Grouping shots – review shots grouped by the club you have used. Data Margins – you can assign margins to any parameter or set of parameters. Results are highlighted green when they are within those values or red when they are outside the scope. Social Media – share your recorded videos with a customizable data blocks overlay. Apple Watch – choose one out of six layouts and display selected parameters instantly on your smartwatch, review your shots, switch clubs quickly and easily, and check when the radar is ready for the next shot, all on your wrist. Compatible with radar models: Mevo+, X3, Xi Series, X2, and X2 Elite. Parameters for Mevo+ : Carry Distance, Club Head Speed, Ball Speed, Vertical Launch Angle, Spin Rate, Smash Factor, Apex Height, Angle of Attack, Spin Loft, Horizontal Launch Angle, Spin Axis, Roll Distance, Lateral, Shot Type. Additional parameters for the X3: Club Path, Face to Path, Face to Target, Dynamic Loft, Vertical Descent Angle, Vertical Swing Plane, Horizontal Swing Plane, Low Point, Curve. Additional parameters for Xi Series, X2, and X2 Elite: Club Path, Face to Path, Face to Target, Dynamic Loft, Vertical Descent Angle, Vertical Swing Plane, Horizontal Swing Plane, Low Point. Please note: In order to function properly, this app requires to be connected to the FlightScope radar device: Mevo+, X3, Xi, Xi+, Xi Tour, X2, or X2 Elite. You can order your X3 or Mevo+ unit at www.FlightScope.com or www.FlightScopeMevo.com This version requires an iPhone supporting the two latest versions of iOS and watchOS 5.0 or later. The HealthKit is only used to run the FS Golf app on the Apple Watch. The app will collect your health data with each shot.

About

Shot Pattern

Visualize your actual shot dispersion on any golf hole before you swing. This app helps you choose smarter targets, avoid hazards, and improve your scores by showing where your ball is likely to land based on your club and target. It also offers predictive analytics and detailed shot tracking for performance improvement.

Highlights
  • Personal shot dispersion overlay on hole imagery
  • Strokes gained predictor for club/target choices
  • Shot tracking and detailed strokes gained stats
  • 40,000+ courses with GPS and green maps
  • Launch monitor data integration
  • USGA/R&A compliant
Features
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The Golf GPS App That Helps You Turn Your Shot Data Into Lower Scores: • Attack Smarter with Personalized Targets • Improve Faster with Advanced Stats & Analytics Shot Pattern overlays your personal shot dispersion onto satellite imagery of every hole, so you can pick smarter targets, avoid trouble, and shoot lower scores. Trusted by players on PGA Tour, DP World Tour, LPGA, and college teams worldwide. 4.8 stars from thousands of golfers. YOUR SHOT PATTERN ON EVERY HOLE Most golf GPS apps stop at giving you a number to the green. Shot Pattern goes further. It takes your actual shot data and shows you where your ball is likely to land based on your club and target selection. See your tee shot arc and approach shot circle overlaid right on the satellite image of the hole you’re standing on. Take the guesswork out of where to aim. STROKES GAINED PREDICTOR Compare different club and target combinations to see the expected strokes gained outcome for each option. Should you hit driver or lay up with an iron? How aggressive should you aim at a tucked pin? The Predictor runs the math using your personal dispersion so you can make confident decisions instead of guessing. SHOT TRACKING & STROKES GAINED STATS Track every shot with GPS precision. Get shot by shot strokes gained breakdowns for driving, approach, short game, and putting. Filter by distance, lie, club, or round. Advanced analytics including Drives in Play, Big Misses, and Big 5 Score Killers help you find the patterns that are costing you strokes. 40,000+ COURSES WITH GPS & GREEN MAPS Satellite imagery on every hole. Measure landing areas. Course preview tools to plan your strategy before the round. Elevation data. Green maps to read breaks and plan approaches. USGA and R&A compliant for tournament and handicap play. CONNECT YOUR DATA Upload launch monitor data to build your dispersion profile faster. Share your stats with your coach. Multiple tracking modes including live GPS on course, Apple Watch, or post round manual entry. WHAT GOLFERS ARE SAYING “You won’t need any other golf app” “Fantastic Shot Tracking and Course Management” “The uploading of launch monitor data is fantastic” “Switched from Decade” Start your free trial today. Terms of Use: https://shotpattern.app/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://shotpattern.app/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

FS Golf4 screens
Shot Pattern4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Shot Pattern at 4.8 against FS Golf's 3.0. Shot Pattern also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 34%) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). FS Golf's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Shot Pattern sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. FS Golf asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shot Pattern holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shot Pattern has 2K ratings behind it against 197, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of FS Golf's written reviews are positive against 68% of Shot Pattern's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FS Golf ships an update every 3 weeks, Shot Pattern every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
FS Golf versus Shot Pattern: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFS GolfShot Pattern
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (197 ratings)4.8 (2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.9% of reviews68.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1972K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#105 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.1 GB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFlightScopeUndaunted Athlete LLC

Customer experience

FS Golf

All ratings197 ratings
Positive43.1%
Neutral12.2%
Negative44.7%
Written reviews112 reviews
Positive33.9%
Neutral12.5%
Negative53.6%

Shot Pattern

All ratings2,019 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral1.8%
Negative3.1%
Written reviews147 reviews
Positive68.0%
Neutral8.2%
Negative23.8%

User reviews

FS Golf

From 197 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Seamless connectivity
  • 📊 Comprehensive data and analytics
  • 🎨 Visually appealing interface
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
  • 🔍 Helpful troubleshooting support

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes
  • 🔌 Inconsistent connectivity issues
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 📏 Small font size for data display
  • 🕰️ Slow loading times

Shot Pattern

From 2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent course preview and strategy planning
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 💡 Ability to import launch monitor data
  • 🚀 Constant app improvements and new features
  • 👍 Helpful for course management and lowering scores

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Issues with GPS tracking and shot entry during rounds
  • 💰 Many features locked behind paywall
  • 🐛 Bugs causing loss of shot data
  • 🤔 Manual shot entry too time-consuming for some users
  • 🤔 Lack of on-course shot tracking

Bugs and requests

FS Golf

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Login/authentication failures
  • Trajectory view freezing
  • Inconsistent club data readings
  • Firmware update failures
  • Unreliable shot tracking

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to export session data
  • Custom data metric display options
  • Green/target view for indoor practice
  • Improved Apple Watch integration
  • Firmware update process streamlining

Shot Pattern

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • GPS not accurately showing hole orientation
  • Course boundaries not saving properly
  • Subscription issues and difficulty cancelling
  • Lack of UK golf course support

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to toggle between carry and total distances
  • Option to see optimal target lines
  • Scorecard view with strokes gained data
  • Personal bests tracking
  • Web/desktop version of the app

In-app purchases

None

FS Golf

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Shot Pattern

Subscriptions6
  • One Month Subscription7 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • One Month Subscription7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • One Month Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Month
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  • Six Month Subscription7 Days trial$74.996 Months
  • One Year Subscription7 Days trial2 variants$99.001 Year
  • One Year Subscription1 Month trial$99.001 Year
One-time1
  • Green Maps Add On - Single Course$4.99

Questions

Is FS Golf free?
FS Golf is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shot Pattern free?
Shot Pattern is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FS Golf or Shot Pattern?
Shot Pattern is rated higher. FS Golf averages 3.0 out of 5 from 197 ratings, while Shot Pattern averages 4.8 from 2K ratings.
Do FS Golf or Shot Pattern have ads?
Neither FS Golf nor Shot Pattern shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FS Golf or Shot Pattern?
FS Golf ships an update every 3 weeks, and Shot Pattern every 3 days. Most recently, FS Golf was updated on September 30, 2026 and Shot Pattern on October 3, 2026.

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