Disc Golf Network vs RipReader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Disc Golf Network
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.
- Live disc golf event coverage
- Post-produced event coverage
- Exclusive shows and segments
- Monthly and yearly subscription options
- PDGA member discount
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The Disc Golf Network offers video coverage of premier disc golf events. Subscription includes live coverage of Disc Golf Pro Tour events, post-produced coverage, and exclusive shows and segments only available on the network. PDGA members can receive the Disc Golf Network at a 50% discount for monthly subscriptions. To obtain the discount code, members must register through a computer or web browser. Codes for current PDGA members can be generated at the PDGA Disc Golf Network website and then inputted on the registration screen when signing up for your Disc Golf Network monthly or yearly Subscription. Once registered, you are free to access any of the DGN app suite with your login code. To access all features and content you can subscribe to Disc Golf Network on a monthly or yearly basis with an auto-renewing subscription right inside the app.* Pricing can vary by region and will be confirmed before purchase in the app. In app subscriptions will automatically renew at the end of their cycle. * All payments will be paid through your iTunes Account and may be managed under Account Settings after the initial payment. Subscription payments will automatically renew unless deactivated at least 24-hours before the end of the current cycle. Your account will be charged for renewal at least 24-hours prior to the end of the current cycle. Any unused portion of your free trial will be forfeited upon payment. Cancellations are incurred by disabling auto-renewal. Terms of Service: https://www.discgolfnetwork.com/page/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://www.discgolfnetwork.com/page/privacy-policy
RipReader
Measure disc golf throw speed, spin, and distance using your phone's camera. Automatically detects forehand and backhand throws, providing slow-motion playback with metrics. Track progress and compare disc performance.
- Phone camera radar gun
- Automatic throw detection
- Velocity and spin measurement
- GPS distance tracking
- Slow-motion playback
- Disc bag builder
- Performance analytics
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Measure your disc golf throws with your phone. RipReader turns your phone's high-speed camera into a $300 radar gun. Set your phone on the ground, throw your disc, and get instant metrics. No extra hardware required. Tap Start and place your phone on the ground or on a spare disc. Throw your disc and motion detection captures it automatically. Review slow-motion footage with your metrics overlaid. No button timing. No second person needed. Just throw. RipReader measures velocity and spin for every throw, plus GPS distance from your throw to the landing spot. Forehand and backhand are detected automatically. Every throw is saved with slow-motion playback, organized into sessions by date and location. An analytics dashboard tracks your averages, trends, and personal records over time. You can also build your disc bag, and after each session RipReader automatically matches throws to the right disc using on-device visual recognition and compares performance across different discs. Dedicated throw measurement hardware can run $300 to $400. RipReader works with every disc you own, runs on the phone already in your pocket, and costs a fraction of the price. RipReader is designed for players who practice with purpose. Auto-detection means you stay in your rhythm, no fumbling with buttons between throws. Capture an entire field session, then review everything after. Subscription details: - Unlimited Annual: $24.99/year, auto-renewing - Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase confirmation - Auto-renewing subscriptions renew unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - Renewal cost is charged to your account in the 24 hours prior to the end of the current period - Manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID Account Settings Privacy Policy: https://ripreaderapp.com/privacy Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: RipReader at freemium against Disc Golf Network's subscription. RipReader also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and rating (4.5 vs 4.1). Disc Golf Network's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 72) and chart position (#106 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Disc Golf Network sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and RipReader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
RipReader holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Disc Golf Network has 1.1K ratings behind it against 72, 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 65% of RipReader's.
Disc Golf Network ships an update every 2 months, RipReader weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Disc Golf Network | RipReader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (1.1K ratings) | 4.5 (72 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 44.5% of reviews | 65.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | 72 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | Freemium — better |
| Best chart rank | #106 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 223 MB | 162 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Disc Golf Network | Sarulian LLC |
Customer experience
Disc Golf Network
RipReader
Bugs and requests
Disc Golf Network
Reported bugs
4 issues- 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
5 requests- 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
RipReader
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Disc Golf Network
- DGN Basic$5.991 Month
- DGN Standard$12.991 Month
- DGN Pro$19.991 Month
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- DGN Basic$59.991 Year
- DGN Standard$129.991 Year
- DGN Pro$199.991 Year
- Disc Golf Network - 499$4.99
- Disc Golf Network - 699$6.99
- Disc Golf Network - 799$7.99
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- Disc Golf Network - 999$9.99
- Disc Golf Network - 1099$10.99
- Disc Golf Network - 1199$11.99
- Final round$12.99
- Entire event$14.99
- Disc Golf Network - 1999$19.99
- Entire event$19.99
- Entire event$24.99
- Disc Golf Network - 9999$99.99
RipReader
- RipReader Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
- RipReader Pro Annual$24.991 Year
- RipReader Premium Annual$99.991 Year









