# GL Golf vs [AR] Pocket Golf

The clearest difference is rating: [AR] Pocket Golf at 5.0 against GL Golf's 4.0. [AR] Pocket Golf also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and price ($1.99 vs $4.99). GL Golf's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 40 months) and ratings volume (106 vs 1). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

GL Golf costs $4.99 and [AR] Pocket Golf $1.99 up front. GL Golf sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. [AR] Pocket Golf asks for nothing beyond the download.

[AR] Pocket Golf holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GL Golf has 106 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

GL Golf ships an update every 3 months, [AR] Pocket Golf every 40 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GL Golf | [AR] Pocket Golf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$1.99** |
| Rating | [4.0 (106 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gl-golf/id289559287/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-pocket-golf/id1459238573/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **106** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 62.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 40 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#162** | — |
| Size | 153 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nuclear Nova Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/289559290) | [Philippe Zay](https://appshunter.io/developer/1200498230) |

## What reviewers say

### GL Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gl-golf/id289559287)

**Currently charting:** #162 Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

Experience realistic 3D golf with simple graphics and a physics system. Play solo or with up to four players across numerous holes, featuring various environmental challenges and game modes. Enjoy online tournaments, customizable golfers, and constant free updates.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D golf simulation, Multiplayer support (up to 4 players), Realistic physics system, Numerous holes and courses, Online tournaments, Customizable golfers, Driving range and practice modes

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GL Golf Lob Wedge | $0.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Mulligan Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Tour Clubs | $1.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Square Grooves | $1.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Driver 330 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Course Pack 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Course Pack 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Course Pack 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Course Pack 4 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Course Pack 5 | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⛳️ Enjoyable golf gameplay
- 🕰 Addictive time-killer
- 🎨 Charming low-def graphics
- 👍 Challenging but fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs after updates
- 🌄 Limited course selection
- 🎨 Outdated graphics
- 🎮 Frustrating putting mechanics

**Reported bugs**

- Swing button not functioning
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Courses not loading properly
- Incompatibility with newer devices

**Requested features**

- More course options
- Improved graphics and visuals
- Better putting system
- Online leaderboards and multiplayer


### [AR] Pocket Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-pocket-golf/id1459238573)

Experience a new way to play golf with augmented reality. Use your device as a virtual golf club to hit the ball with realistic 3D movements. Enjoy a fun and immersive golfing experience anywhere, anytime.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality golfing, Realistic 3D movements, Virtual golf club controls, Driver and putter options, Customizable settings, Left-handed mode, High-quality graphics

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GL Golf free?

GL Golf costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is [AR] Pocket Golf free?

[AR] Pocket Golf costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GL Golf or [AR] Pocket Golf?

[AR] Pocket Golf is rated higher. GL Golf averages 4.0 out of 5 from 106 ratings, while [AR] Pocket Golf averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do GL Golf or [AR] Pocket Golf have ads?

Neither GL Golf nor [AR] Pocket Golf shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GL Golf or [AR] Pocket Golf?

GL Golf ships an update every 3 months, and [AR] Pocket Golf every 40 months. Most recently, GL Golf was updated on October 31, 2026 and [AR] Pocket Golf on November 3, 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.*