# Pixel Pro Golf vs 8

The clearest difference is rating: Pixel Pro Golf at 4.7 against 8's 4.0. Pixel Pro Golf also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (32K vs 3). 8's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pixel Pro Golf sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. 8 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pixel Pro Golf holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pixel Pro Golf has 32K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Pixel Pro Golf's written reviews are positive against 67% of 8's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Pixel Pro Golf ships an update weekly, 8 every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pixel Pro Golf | 8 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-pro-golf/id1534171570/reviews)** | [4.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/8-bit-golf/id6664070211/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 49.6% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#134** | — |
| Size | 134 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pixamo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1728624150) | [Accidental Fish](https://appshunter.io/developer/360455034) |

## What reviewers say

### Pixel Pro Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-pro-golf/id1534171570)

**Currently charting:** #134 Top Grossing · Sports, #173 Top Free · Sports (US App Store)

Experience an addictive arcade golf game with realistic physics and beautiful pixel art. Compete in single-player, online tournaments, or challenge friends via iMessage across over 50 unique courses.

**Highlights:** Over 50 unique courses, Single player mode, Realtime online multiplayer, iMessage play, Global daily tournaments, Equipment upgrades, Character customization

**Features:** iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Amateur Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Handful of Tee Tokens | $0.99 | one-time |
| US Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock all Career tours | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock all equipment | $1.99 | one-time |
| US Pack 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pocket of Tee Tokens | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pouch of Tee Tokens | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Tee Tokens | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 👍 Simple and intuitive controls
- 🌳 Charming pixel art style
- ⛳️ Variety of challenging courses
- 💰 Reasonable pricing model

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent tree collision detection
- 🤔 Putting mechanics can be frustrating
- 🌬️ Wind impact is sometimes unpredictable
- 💸 Lack of content to spend earned money on
- 📺 Excessive ad frequency

**Reported bugs**

- Achievements not properly tracking
- Issues with ball dropping after penalty
- Swing button not always registering input

**Requested features**

- More club and equipment customization options
- Course creator and community sharing
- Ability to rotate camera view
- Multiplayer and leaderboard features
- Practice mode for specific holes


### 8

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/8-bit-golf/id6664070211)

Experience a retro golf adventure with simple yet engaging gameplay. Navigate diverse terrains, account for wind and spin, and choose from multiple difficulty levels. Customize your experience with various rendering styles and even build your own courses.

**Highlights:** Classic 80s golf gameplay, Terrain and environmental effects, Multiple difficulty levels, Customizable rendering styles, Built-in course editor, AI opponents

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pixel Pro Golf free?

Pixel Pro Golf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is 8 free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pixel Pro Golf or 8?

Pixel Pro Golf is rated higher. Pixel Pro Golf averages 4.7 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while 8 averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Pixel Pro Golf or 8 have ads?

Pixel Pro Golf shows ads; 8 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pixel Pro Golf or 8?

Pixel Pro Golf ships an update weekly, and 8 every 3 months. Most recently, Pixel Pro Golf was updated on October 23, 2026 and 8 on October 13, 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.*