# The Stack System vs TBX

The clearest difference is review sentiment: The Stack System at 86% against TBX's 0%. The Stack System also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (7K vs 6). TBX's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Stack System sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. TBX asks for nothing beyond the download.

The Stack System holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Stack System has 7K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of The Stack System's written reviews are positive against 0% of TBX's.

The Stack System ships an update monthly, TBX every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Stack System | TBX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-stack-system/id1534757407/reviews)** | [4.5 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tbx-golf-performance/id6449719254/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | **86.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#115** | — |
| Size | 222 MB | 188 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [The Stack System, LP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1534757409) | [Tee Box Enterprises, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1690223393) |

## What reviewers say

### The Stack System

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-stack-system/id1534757407)

**Currently charting:** #115 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

Enhance your golf game with science-based training modules for speed, wedging, and putting. Improve distance, accuracy, and consistency with personalized practice sessions and detailed analytics. Requires compatible hardware.

**Highlights:** Variable inertia speed training for distance, Science-based wedge distance control, Gamified putting practice and analytics, Personalized practice sessions, Real-time scoring and insights, Customizable training modes

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stack Putting 1 Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Stack Putting 1 Wk | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| TheStack Speed Training | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| TheStack Scoring Membership | $99.00 | per year |
| TheStack Speed Membership | $99.00 | per year |
| TheStack Premium Membership | $129.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seeing speed gains
- 👍 Easy to use app
- 👍 Motivating and helpful
- 👍 Detailed instructions
- 👍 Warmup routine

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy app (audio, dictation, timers)
- 🔧 Integration issues with other devices
- 💡 More insights and advice needed
- 🐛 Inconsistent audio/voice features
- 🐛 Occasional missing countdown

**Reported bugs**

- Putting app not working properly
- Slope percentage input issue

**Requested features**

- Calendar integration
- Music/podcast playback integration
- Apple Watch support


### TBX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tbx-golf-performance/id6449719254)

This app provides personalized workout programs and habit tracking to help you achieve your fitness, health, and golf performance goals. Connect with your coach, join communities, and integrate with wearable devices for comprehensive progress monitoring.

**Highlights:** Personalized workout programs, Workout and exercise video tracking, Meal and habit tracking, Goal setting and progress monitoring, Coach messaging, Digital communities, Wearable device integration

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Stack System free?

The Stack System is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TBX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, The Stack System or TBX?

The Stack System is rated higher. The Stack System averages 4.9 out of 5 from 7K ratings, while TBX averages 4.5 from 6 ratings.

### Do The Stack System or TBX have ads?

Neither The Stack System nor TBX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, The Stack System or TBX?

The Stack System ships an update monthly, and TBX every 6 weeks. Most recently, The Stack System was updated on October 19, 2026 and TBX on September 25, 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.*