# Golf GameBook vs FS Golf

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Golf GameBook at 88% against FS Golf's 34%. Golf GameBook also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (2.2K vs 197). FS Golf's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Golf GameBook sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. FS Golf asks for nothing beyond the download.

Golf GameBook holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Golf GameBook has 2.2K ratings behind it against 197, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Golf GameBook's written reviews are positive against 34% of FS Golf's.

Golf GameBook ships an update every 11 days, FS Golf every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Golf GameBook | FS Golf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-gamebook-scorecard-and-gps/id409307935/reviews)** | [3.0 (197 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fs-golf/id1492232632/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.2K** | 197 |
| Positive reviews | **87.9% of reviews** | 33.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#117** | — |
| Size | 279 MB | 1.1 GB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GameBook Oy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1277034303) | [FlightScope](https://appshunter.io/developer/352075182) |

## What reviewers say

### Golf GameBook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-gamebook-scorecard-and-gps/id409307935)

**Currently charting:** #117 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

This app enhances the golf experience by providing an easy-to-use scorecard, live leaderboards, and advanced statistics. It also features a GPS rangefinder for thousands of courses worldwide, allowing golfers to track their game and connect with friends.

**Highlights:** Easy-to-use golf scorecard, Live leaderboards, GPS rangefinder for 42,000+ courses, Track advanced game statistics, Organize tournaments for up to 72 players, Multiple game formats, Apple Watch sync

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Membership | $19.99 | per month |
| Gold Membership | $19.99 | per month |
| Membership | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| Gold Membership | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| Gold Membership | $59.99 | per year |
| Gold Membership | $59.99 | per year |
| Membership | $59.99 | per year |
| Holiday Offer | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate GPS and distances
- 💡 Great for group play and live leaderboards
- 👍 Helpful statistics and game tracking
- 👍 Excellent customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 💰 Subscription model with limited free features
- 🔧 Course data not always up-to-date
- 🤔 Handicap integration issues
- 🤔 Difficulty managing large groups/tournaments

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to end/finalize a round
- Inconsistent GPS distances on some courses
- Trouble adding non-registered players to games

**Requested features**

- Allow editing of course details (par, stroke index, etc.)
- Add more game formats (e.g. match play, wolf, etc.)
- Improve Apple Watch integration and functionality
- Implement automatic handicap updates
- Add league/tournament management features


### FS Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fs-golf/id1492232632)

Enhance your golf practice with detailed shot analysis and video recording. Pair with a FlightScope radar for accurate data and visual feedback on your performance. Track progress and improve your game with customizable data displays and training tools.

**Highlights:** Accurate data and video recording, Customizable data overlay, 3D trajectory analysis, Shot grouping by club, Data Margins for performance targets, Apple Watch integration, Social media sharing

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seamless connectivity
- 📊 Comprehensive data and analytics
- 🎨 Visually appealing interface
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 🔍 Helpful troubleshooting support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔌 Inconsistent connectivity issues
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 📏 Small font size for data display
- 🕰️ Slow loading times

**Reported bugs**

- Login/authentication failures
- Trajectory view freezing
- Inconsistent club data readings
- Firmware update failures
- Unreliable shot tracking

**Requested features**

- Ability to export session data
- Custom data metric display options
- Green/target view for indoor practice
- Improved Apple Watch integration
- Firmware update process streamlining


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Golf GameBook free?

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

### Is FS Golf free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Golf GameBook or FS Golf?

Golf GameBook is rated higher. Golf GameBook averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while FS Golf averages 3.0 from 197 ratings.

### Do Golf GameBook or FS Golf have ads?

Golf GameBook shows ads; FS Golf does not.

### Which is updated more often, Golf GameBook or FS Golf?

Golf GameBook ships an update every 11 days, and FS Golf every 3 weeks. Most recently, Golf GameBook was updated on September 23, 2026 and FS Golf on September 8, 2026.

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