Comparison

Expert Golf vs My Golf

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

Head to head
About

Expert Golf

Instantly resolve on-course golf rules confusion with this interactive reference. Utilize virtual referee assistance to understand relief procedures and gain an advantage. Features 3D graphics, animations, and videos for clear, practical guidance.

Highlights
  • Instant rules resolution
  • 3D image rulings
  • Interactive relief finder
  • Animated illustrations and videos
  • Stroke play and match play rules
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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▸ GOLF DIGEST wrote: “Image rulings in 3-D on every possible on-course conundrum.” ▸ WALL STREET JOURNAL wrote: “An essential resource for solving any in-game confusion.” ▸ GOLF MAGAZINE wrote: “Simply choose where your ball lies and the object you want relief from, and iGolfrules instantly directs you to the correct ruling.” ▸ OFFICIALLY recommended by Apple; one of the world’s most popular sport apps (in the App Store top ten continually for many years). iGolfrules by Expert Golf provides the answers to your rules questions in a matter of seconds. You have a virtual referee constantly at your side who helps you to use the golf rules to your benefit and utilize all the relief procedures available. Why Expert Golf is better ▸ User-friendly and intuitive operation (a manual is superfluous). ▸ You find the right solution with a maximum of 3 clicks. ▸ More than 200 graphics, animated illustrations and videos. ▸ Focuses on practical situations and is easy-to-understand. ▸ Contains the rules for stroke play and match play. ▸ An interactive help tool tells you instantly whether you are entitled to free relief. ▸ Excellent customer ratings and top rankings in the App Store. ▸ Leading app for many years and improved with regular updates. The application is based on “Golf Rules Quick Reference”, a multi-award winning international bestseller, which has been translated into over 20 languages and has sold more than 2.5 million copies. Conforms to USGA/ R&A rules valid as of 2023 (including free updates until the next rules revision). If you are happy with our app we would be grateful if you would take a moment of your time to post a rating/ write a review in the App Store. If, for whatever reason, you are not happy with the app or have any questions about it please contact our support team at support@expertgolf.com.

About

My Golf

Features
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My Golf is your complete companion for every round. Track your score, know your exact yardages, book tee times, and play with friends — all in one app. GPS RANGEFINDER See your position on the hole map with precise distances to the front, centre, and back of every green. Plan each shot with confidence. DIGITAL SCORECARD Keep score for yourself and your playing partners, hole by hole. Review your round as you play and revisit your full scoring history anytime. HANDICAP TRACKING Follow your handicap as it updates from your rounds, and watch your game improve over time. TEE TIME BOOKING Search courses, browse live tee sheets, and book your tee times right from your phone. Manage all your upcoming bookings in one place. PLAY WITH FRIENDS Find games, invite playing partners, and add golfers straight from your contacts. Send and accept join requests to fill out your group. YOUR BAG Track your equipment and shop for gear without leaving the app. MORE - Detailed course and hole information - Round setup with tees and scoring formats - Notifications for bookings and game invites - Sign in with Apple, Google, or email Download My Golf and make every round easier — from the first tee to the final putt.

Screenshots

Expert Golf4 screens
My Golf4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: My Golf at Free against Expert Golf's $19.99. My Golf also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months). Expert Golf's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). On 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

My Golf is free to download; Expert Golf costs $19.99 up front. Expert Golf sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. My Golf asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Expert Golf ships an update every 5 months, My Golf weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Expert Golf versus My Golf: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExpert GolfMy Golf
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating2.5 (32 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews55.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings32 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size329 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGolf Rules Made EasyPHYO MIN ZAW

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Expert Golf

One-time7
  • Expert Golf – Score card for one year$9.99
  • Expert Golf – Tips$9.99
  • Expert Golf – iGolfrules 2012–2015$9.99
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  • iGolfrules 2016–2018$9.99
  • iGolfrules 2019$14.99
  • Expert Golf – GPS for one year$19.99
  • iGolfrules 2023$19.99
None

My Golf

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Expert Golf free?
Expert Golf costs $19.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is My Golf free?
My Golf is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Expert Golf or My Golf have ads?
Neither Expert Golf nor My Golf shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Expert Golf or My Golf?
Expert Golf ships an update every 5 months, and My Golf weekly. Most recently, Expert Golf was updated on October 27, 2026 and My Golf on October 24, 2026.

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