# Simple Handicap vs Second Wind Timing

The clearest difference is rating: Simple Handicap at 4.7 against Second Wind Timing's 3.0. Simple Handicap also leads on ratings volume (382 vs 5). Second Wind Timing's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simple Handicap sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Second Wind Timing asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simple Handicap holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Handicap has 382 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Simple Handicap ships an update fortnightly, Second Wind Timing every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Handicap | Second Wind Timing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (382 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-handicap/id1521336140/reviews)** | [3.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-wind-timing/id6742205147/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **382** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 81.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 28 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicholas Breetz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1521336142) | [Mobee Event Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/838529180) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Handicap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-handicap/id1521336140)

Track your golf handicap index for free with this easy-to-use application. It calculates your handicap based on the World Handicap System and allows you to log rounds and favorite courses. Ideal for everyday golfers seeking a simple way to manage their game.

**Highlights:** Free handicap tracking, World Handicap System (WHS) compliant, Course handicap calculation, Add favorite courses, Log golf rounds, Easy to use interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Simple Handicap Pro (Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| Simple Handicap Pro (Yearly) | $7.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Straightforward interface
- 👍 Accurate handicap calculations
- 🚀 Simple and efficient
- 💰 Free to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Handicap not calculating correctly for some users
- 🔍 Unable to find/add certain golf courses
- 🔒 Concerns about credit card requirement and data privacy

**Reported bugs**

- Scores disappearing after being entered
- Login/account issues for some users

**Requested features**

- Add ability to enter Stableford scores
- Include course tee information
- Provide handicap trend/history visualization


### Second Wind Timing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-wind-timing/id6742205147)

Track athletes in real-time and view live results for various timed sporting events. Follow road races, cross-country meets, multi-sport events, and cycling races as they unfold.

**Highlights:** Real-time athlete tracking, Live event results, Support for road races, Support for cross-country meets, Support for multi-sport events, Support for cycling races

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Handicap free?

Simple Handicap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Second Wind Timing free?

Second Wind Timing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Simple Handicap or Second Wind Timing?

Simple Handicap is rated higher. Simple Handicap averages 4.7 out of 5 from 382 ratings, while Second Wind Timing averages 3.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Simple Handicap or Second Wind Timing have ads?

Simple Handicap shows ads; Second Wind Timing does not.

### Which is updated more often, Simple Handicap or Second Wind Timing?

Simple Handicap ships an update fortnightly, and Second Wind Timing every 3 weeks. Most recently, Simple Handicap was updated on October 4, 2026 and Second Wind Timing on October 1, 2026.

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