SmoothSwing vs TimeBMX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SmoothSwing
This app offers a real-time golf shot tracer that visually tracks your ball's flight path. It also provides advanced GPS features, including club distance assistance and slope-adjusted yardage, to help you play smarter on the course.
- Real-time shot tracer
- 360 Golf GPS
- Club Assistant
- PLAYS LIKE Distance (Slope Adjusted Distance)
- Elevation Change measurement
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SmoothSwing • The Only Golf Shot Tracer That Works Like Magic! • The Original 360 Golf GPS ™ ► GOLF SHOT TRACER • World's First Real-Time Golf Shot Tracer! • Must use white color golf balls. • Exposure to direct sunlight on a hot day for a long period of time can eventually cause device to become warm. UNSUPPORTED DEVICES *iPhone8, *iPhone 8 Plus, *iPhone X ► GOLF GPS • Club Assistant Set how far you hit each club in your bag. Every time you zoom in Club Assistant shows you where you should expect the ball to end up for each club (based on the PLAYS LIKE Distance). • PLAYS LIKE Distance PLAYS LIKE Distance provides a measurement which compensates for uphill and downhill shots. (PLAYS LIKE Distance is also known as Slope Adjusted Distance.) • ↑/↓ Elevation Change ↑/↓ Elevation Change provides a measurement of the vertical distance, up or down, from where you are standing to the target. Terms Of Service https://www.smoothswingapp.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy https://www.smoothswingapp.com/privacy-policy
TimeBMX
Explore and locate BMX spots and events worldwide. Connect with other riders, discover new places to ride, and stay updated on competitions. Perfect for BMX enthusiasts of all levels.
- Global BMX spot finder
- Event locator with filters
- Community connections with riders
- Detailed location descriptions
- Save favorite spots
- Register for events
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Discover, ride, and race! TimeBMX is your ultimate guide to the world of BMX, connecting riders with the best spots and events globally. FEATURES: Global BMX Spot Finder: · Search and discover countless BMX tracks, parks, and street spots around the world. · Detailed location feature descriptions. · Easily add, share, and save your favorite BMX spots. Event Locator: · Stay updated with the latest BMX events, from local jams to world championships. · Filter events by category: Freestyle or Race. · Get event details, dates, locations, and even register from the app. Community Connections: · Connect with local and international riders. · See where your friends or heroes are riding next. · Check out your friends' favourite locations to ride. Intuitive Interface: · User-friendly design ensures smooth navigation, whether you're searching for a spot or checking out an event. Whether you're a beginner rider looking to get started or a seasoned pro searching for the next adrenaline rush, TimeBMX has got you covered. Dive into the world of BMX like never before! Join our global BMX community and never miss a ride or event. Download TimeBMX now!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SmoothSwing at 4.8 against TimeBMX's 3.6. SmoothSwing also leads on ratings volume (11K vs 8) and review sentiment (49% vs 25%). TimeBMX's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. SmoothSwing sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TimeBMX asks for nothing beyond the download.
SmoothSwing holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmoothSwing has 11K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of SmoothSwing's written reviews are positive against 25% of TimeBMX's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SmoothSwing | TimeBMX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (11K ratings) — better | 3.6 (8 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 49.4% of reviews — better | 25.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 11K — better | 8 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #208 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 106 MB | 72 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Thomas Turnbull | METHOD17 PTY LTD |
Customer experience
SmoothSwing
TimeBMX
Bugs and requests
SmoothSwing
Reported bugs
4 issues- Shot tracer not working after purchasing pro version
- GPS and map features not functioning properly
- App crashing or freezing during use
- Inability to track certain ball colors
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to upload and trace pre-recorded videos
- Landscape mode support
- More customization options for the shot tracer
- Improved range finder with clearer visuals
TimeBMX
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SmoothSwing
- SmoothSwing Pro$9.99
TimeBMX
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is SmoothSwing free?
Is TimeBMX free?
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