# FS Golf vs Shot Pattern

The clearest difference is rating: Shot Pattern at 4.8 against FS Golf's 3.1. Shot Pattern also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 40%) 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.

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.

Shot Pattern holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shot Pattern has 2.1K ratings behind it against 216, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of FS Golf's written reviews are positive against 67% of Shot Pattern's.

FS Golf ships an update every 3 weeks, Shot Pattern every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FS Golf | Shot Pattern |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (216 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fs-golf/id1492232632/reviews) | **[4.8 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shot-pattern-golf-gps/id6447127454/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 216 | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 39.5% of reviews | **67.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#107** |
| Size | 1.6 GB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [FlightScope](https://appshunter.io/developer/352075182) | [Undaunted Athlete LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1116731366) |

## What reviewers say

### FS Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fs-golf/id1492232632)

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:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shot-pattern-golf-gps/id6447127454)

**Currently charting:** #107 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

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:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Month Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| One Month Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| One Month Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Six Month Subscription | $74.99 | per 6 months |
| One Year Subscription | $99.00 | per year |
| One Year Subscription | $99.00 | per year |
| Green Maps Add On - Single Course | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked 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 3.1 out of 5 from 216 ratings, while Shot Pattern averages 4.8 from 2.1K 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 October 18, 2026 and Shot Pattern on October 18, 2026.

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