SmoothSwing vs SwingForge Golf Swing Analyzer
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
SwingForge Golf Swing Analyzer
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SwingForge helps golfers of all levels understand their swing and improve with confidence. From your very first swing to fine-tuning consistency, SwingForge turns practice into clear, visual feedback you can actually use. Whether you are just starting out or working on small adjustments, SwingForge gives you the tools to see what matters most. KEY FEATURES • Slow motion and frame-by-frame playback Break down your swing at address, top, impact, and finish to understand each phase clearly. • Pro-style visual overlays Check swing plane, posture, and body angles using clean, easy-to-read guides without complicated setup. • Side-by-side swing comparison Compare old vs new swings, good vs bad shots, or practice vs course swings to spot differences instantly. • Tempo and consistency awareness Pay attention to rhythm and repeatability, two key factors behind better ball striking. • Personal swing library Save, organize, and review your swings over time to track progress and build reliable habits. MADE FOR • Beginners learning what to look for in their swing • Intermediate golfers working on consistency • Advanced players refining small details • Anyone who wants simple, visual swing feedback HOW IT WORKS 1. Record your swing 2. Review it in slow motion or frame by frame 3. Add overlays or compare with another swing 4. Make small adjustments and test again Improving your swing does not have to be complicated. SwingForge helps you see clearly, practice smarter, and progress with confidence. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SmoothSwing at 16.0 against SwingForge Golf Swing Analyzer's 18.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 and SwingForge Golf Swing Analyzer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SmoothSwing ships an update monthly, SwingForge Golf Swing Analyzer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SmoothSwing | SwingForge Golf Swing Analyzer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (11K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 106 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Thomas Turnbull | Dohyeon Kim |
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
SwingForge Golf Swing Analyzer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SmoothSwing
- SmoothSwing Pro$9.99
SwingForge Golf Swing Analyzer
- SwingForge Pro – Monthly$3.991 Month
- SwingForge Pro – Yearly$39.991 Year
- SwingForge Pro – Lifetime Access$44.99
Questions
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