# GL Golf Lite vs SMPL Golf

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SMPL Golf at none against GL Golf Lite's 3. SMPL Golf also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). GL Golf Lite's advantage is ratings volume (85 vs 4) and review sentiment (61% vs 50%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GL Golf Lite sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. SMPL Golf asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.9 for GL Golf Lite against 4.0 for SMPL Golf. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GL Golf Lite has 85 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of GL Golf Lite's written reviews are positive against 50% of SMPL Golf's.

GL Golf Lite ships an update every 3 months, SMPL Golf every 2 months. Both last shipped on August 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GL Golf Lite | SMPL Golf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (85 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gl-golf-lite/id292074807/reviews) | **[4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smpl-golf/id6746171849/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **85** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **60.9% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 59 MB | 513 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nuclear Nova Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/289559290) | [Edward Johnson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1650159813) |

## What reviewers say

### GL Golf Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gl-golf-lite/id292074807)

Experience realistic 3D golf with simple graphics and physics. Play solo or with up to four players across 720 holes, featuring various environmental challenges and game modes. Enjoy online tournaments, customizable golfers, and regular free updates with new courses available for purchase.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D golf physics, Up to four player modes, 720 holes across multiple courses, Online tournaments, Customizable golfers, Driving range and practice modes, Game Center multiplayer support

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Club Upgrades | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Club Pack | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Realistic golf simulation
- 🚀 Quick gameplay
- 💡 Variety of shot options (fade, draw, backspin)
- 🕹️ Easy-to-use controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 💸 Expensive full version
- 🔍 Obstructed view due to ads
- 🔧 Lack of updates and bug fixes

**Reported bugs**

- Scores not properly recorded on leaderboards
- Swing meter and wind direction obscured by ads
- Inconsistent ball physics and putting
- Crashes on newer devices

**Requested features**

- More holes and courses
- Character customization
- Online leaderboards and multiplayer
- Improved graphics and visuals


### SMPL Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smpl-golf/id6746171849)

Experience a realistic golf simulation with intuitive one-handed controls. Master shot mechanics, course strategy, and environmental factors to conquer every hole. Play full rounds in minutes or enjoy quick sessions anytime.

**Highlights:** Intuitive drag-and-release controls, Realistic ball physics (wind, spin, lie, terrain), Strategic course navigation, One-handed gameplay, Quick 18-hole rounds, Progress saved after every swing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GL Golf Lite free?

GL Golf Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SMPL Golf free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GL Golf Lite or SMPL Golf?

SMPL Golf is rated higher. GL Golf Lite averages 3.9 out of 5 from 85 ratings, while SMPL Golf averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do GL Golf Lite or SMPL Golf have ads?

Neither GL Golf Lite nor SMPL Golf shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GL Golf Lite or SMPL Golf?

GL Golf Lite ships an update every 3 months, and SMPL Golf every 2 months. Most recently, GL Golf Lite was updated on August 26, 2026 and SMPL Golf on August 26, 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.*