# Disc Golf Network vs PDGA Live

The clearest difference is rating: Disc Golf Network at 4.1 against PDGA Live's 3.2. Disc Golf Network also leads on review sentiment (45% vs 19%) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 58). PDGA Live's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 18) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Disc Golf Network sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. PDGA Live asks for nothing beyond the download.

Disc Golf Network holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Disc Golf Network has 1.1K ratings behind it against 58, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Disc Golf Network's written reviews are positive against 19% of PDGA Live's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Disc Golf Network | PDGA Live |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disc-golf-network/id1499887479/reviews)** | [3.2 (58 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdga-live/id1634996856/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 58 |
| Positive reviews | **44.5% of reviews** | 18.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#93** | — |
| Size | 223 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Disc Golf Network](https://appshunter.io/developer/1464522498) | [PDGA](https://appshunter.io/developer/449511727) |

## What reviewers say

### Disc Golf Network

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disc-golf-network/id1499887479)

**Currently charting:** #93 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

Stream live and on-demand video coverage of top disc golf tournaments. Access exclusive shows and segments not found elsewhere. PDGA members can receive a discount on monthly subscriptions.

**Highlights:** Live disc golf event coverage, Post-produced event coverage, Exclusive shows and segments, Monthly and yearly subscription options, PDGA member discount

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DGN Basic | $5.99 | per month |
| DGN Standard | $12.99 | per month |
| DGN Pro | $19.99 | per month |
| DGN Basic | $59.99 | per year |
| DGN Standard | $129.99 | per year |
| DGN Pro | $199.99 | per year |
| Disc Golf Network - 499 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Disc Golf Network - 699 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Disc Golf Network - 799 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Disc Golf Network - 999 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Disc Golf Network - 1099 | $10.99 | one-time |
| Disc Golf Network - 1199 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Final round | $12.99 | one-time |
| Entire event | $14.99 | one-time |
| Disc Golf Network - 1999 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Entire event | $19.99 | one-time |
| Entire event | $24.99 | one-time |
| Disc Golf Network - 9999 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Awesome live disc golf coverage
- 📽️ Great production quality
- 🎥 Immersive experience watching live events
- 🤝 Supports the growth of the sport
- 💻 Easy to use app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent technical issues (crashes, freezes, playback errors)
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find content
- 🔒 Restrictive device/login limits
- 💰 Expensive subscription for limited access
- 🤔 Questionable commentary/talent decisions

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to watch live events or access replays
- Constant log-out issues
- Playback quality and stability problems
- Inaccurate or missing device compatibility information

**Requested features**

- Add rewind/fast-forward controls
- Improve video player controls and functionality
- Provide a content schedule/calendar
- Allow more simultaneous device logins
- Offer more free/discounted content options


### PDGA Live

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdga-live/id1634996856)

Track scores for PDGA disc golf events with live results from major tournaments. Access and search the official rules and competition manual.

**Highlights:** PDGA event scorekeeping, Live tournament results, PDGA Majors and Elite Series, Official Rules of Disc Golf, Competition Manual search

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Disc Golf Network free?

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

### Is PDGA Live free?

PDGA Live is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Disc Golf Network or PDGA Live?

Disc Golf Network is rated higher. Disc Golf Network averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while PDGA Live averages 3.2 from 58 ratings.

### Do Disc Golf Network or PDGA Live have ads?

Neither Disc Golf Network nor PDGA Live shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Disc Golf Network or PDGA Live?

Disc Golf Network ships an update every 2 months, and PDGA Live every 2 months. Most recently, Disc Golf Network was updated on September 22, 2026 and PDGA Live on September 21, 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.*