DUPR vs Dink Around
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Innovative rating algorithm
- Log and verify match scores
- Immediate rating updates
- Browse user profiles
- Find nearby players
- Ad-free subscription option
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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/
Dink Around
Easily find, join, and organize pickleball games and events. Connect with local clubs, sync your DUPR rating, and manage payments securely. Stay updated with real-time notifications for all your pickleball activities.
- Find and join pickleball games
- Organize games and tournaments
- Sync DUPR ratings automatically
- Join local pickleball clubs
- Real-time event notifications
- Secure in-app payments
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Dink Around is the easiest way to find, join, and organize pickleball games. Built by players, for players — from your first open play to competitive league nights. FIND YOUR NEXT GAME Browse upcoming games and events near you in a clean list or calendar view. Filter by club, date, or DUPR level so you only see games that fit your play. JOIN IN ONE TAP See exactly who's playing, how many spots are left, and what it costs — then join instantly. Game full? Hop on the waitlist and get promoted automatically when a spot opens. YOUR DUPR RATING, ALWAYS IN SYNC Connect your DUPR account to show verified singles and doubles ratings on your profile, unlock level-restricted games, and keep your ratings synced automatically. CLUBS & COMMUNITY Join local clubs, see club events in one place, and meet players at your level. Every event has a built-in group chat for coordinating rides, gear, and game-day plans. STAY IN THE LOOP Real-time notifications for waitlist promotions, court changes, chat messages, and payment confirmations — so you never miss a game. SIMPLE, SECURE PAYMENTS Pay for your spot securely and keep a full payment history with receipts, refunds, and per-event details right in your profile. FOR ORGANIZERS Create games in seconds, cap players by number or DUPR range, manage waitlists automatically, schedule recurring sessions, and run round robins and tournaments. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: support@dinkaround.app
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Dink Around at 5.0 against DUPR's 4.0. Dink Around also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). DUPR's advantage is ratings volume (4.1K vs 2) and chart position (#26 vs unranked). On price and update cadence 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. DUPR sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Dink Around asks for nothing beyond the download.
Dink Around holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DUPR has 4.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
DUPR ships an update weekly, Dink Around every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DUPR | Dink Around |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (4.1K ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 8.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4.1K — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #26 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 113 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | +12 | 12+ |
| Developer | DUPR LLC | David David |
Customer experience
DUPR
Dink Around
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
Dink Around
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
DUPR
- 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
Dink Around
No in-app purchases









