Comparison

DUPR vs Courtside Pickleball

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DUPR

This app provides an innovative algorithm to accurately rate pickleball players and track match history. Find nearby players, log your games, and see your rating update in real-time after verification. Offers exclusive features and an ad-free experience through subscriptions.

Highlights
  • Innovative rating algorithm
  • Log and verify match scores
  • Immediate rating updates
  • Browse user profiles
  • Find nearby players
  • Ad-free subscription option
Features
Currently charting
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DUPR uses an innovative rating algorithm engineered to grow the sport of pickleball with a commitment to accuracy, transparency, and adaptability. LOG MATCHES Start increasing your rating today by registering and recording all your matches! Log your recent matches. Once you’re done, your opponent will be prompted to verify scores via email. GET YOUR DUPR Your rating will be updated immediately once your scores are verified by your opponent You may review your match history at any time. FIND PLAYERS NEARBY Browse DUPR user profiles - see the match history, ratings, and approximate location of potential opponents and teammates. Subscription Information DUPR offers in-app subscriptions that provide exclusive features, an ad-free experience, and other benefits. EULA https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Courtside Pickleball

Features
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Courtside Pickleball is more than a place to play — it’s a community built around movement, connection, and purpose. Whether you’re brand-new to pickleball or chasing the podium, Courtside gives you everything you need to enjoy the fastest-growing sport in the world. Book courts instantly, join drop-in sessions, take part in DUPR-rated match play, or sign up for group coaching designed for all skill levels. Our app makes it simple to plan your week, meet new players, and track your progress — all in one place. But Courtside isn’t just about what happens on the court. Between games, recharge in our café, relax in our recovery zone (including massage, physio, and other wellness treatments), or grab a quiet spot in our co-working space. From morning coffee to evening matches, Courtside is designed to bring people together — to play, move, and grow. Join local leagues, community events, and social sessions that make staying active feel effortless. Courtside is your hub for sport, friendship, and better living through play.

Screenshots

DUPR4 screens
Courtside Pickleball2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Courtside Pickleball at none against DUPR's 10. Courtside Pickleball also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). DUPR's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks) and chart position (#27 vs unranked). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DUPR sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Courtside Pickleball asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DUPR ships an update weekly, Courtside Pickleball every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
DUPR versus Courtside Pickleball: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDUPRCourtside Pickleball
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews8.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.1K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#27 — better—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size113 MB63 MB
Age rating+124+
DeveloperDUPR LLCCourtside Pickleball

Bugs and requests

DUPR

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Email verification not working
  • Inability to edit or delete matches
  • Freezing and crashes when navigating app

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to add friends and follow other players
  • Improved match validation and score tracking
  • More transparency around rating algorithm

Courtside Pickleball

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

DUPR

Subscriptions9
  • DUPR+$1.991 Month
  • DUPR+$2.991 Month
  • DUPR+3 Days trial$3.991 Month
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  • DUPR+$3.991 Month
  • DUPR+7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • DUPR+$19.991 Year
  • DUPR+7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • DUPR+7 Days trial2 variants$29.991 Year
  • DUPR+$29.991 Year
None

Courtside Pickleball

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DUPR free?
DUPR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Courtside Pickleball free?
Courtside Pickleball is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DUPR or Courtside Pickleball have ads?
Both DUPR and Courtside Pickleball show ads.
Which is updated more often, DUPR or Courtside Pickleball?
DUPR ships an update weekly, and Courtside Pickleball every 2 weeks. Most recently, DUPR was updated on November 7, 2026 and Courtside Pickleball on November 9, 2026.

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