# PING vs Golf Pad GPS Range Finder

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Golf Pad GPS Range Finder at 80% against PING's 31%. Golf Pad GPS Range Finder also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.0) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). PING's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Golf Pad GPS Range Finder sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. PING asks for nothing beyond the download.

Golf Pad GPS Range Finder holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Golf Pad GPS Range Finder has 22K ratings behind it against 93, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of PING's written reviews are positive against 80% of Golf Pad GPS Range Finder's.

PING ships an update every 3 months, Golf Pad GPS Range Finder weekly. The most recent releases landed on July 6, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PING | Golf Pad GPS Range Finder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (93 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ping/id440740108/reviews) | **[4.8 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-pad-gps-range-finder/id446320556/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 93 | **22K** |
| Positive reviews | 30.8% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#117** |
| Size | 66 MB | 362 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PING, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/364265190) | [Contorra LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/363955861) |

## What reviewers say

### PING

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ping/id440740108)

This app provides authorized PING club fitters and retailers with a precise tool for tour-level putter fittings. It measures and analyzes five key putting stroke indicators to recommend optimal putter specifications.

**Highlights:** Measures 5 key putting stroke indicators, Proprietary fitting algorithm, Guided Fit mode, Single Putt mode, Practice session mode, Live Loft and Lie measurement, Co-Pilot Mode integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great tool for fitting putters
- 👍 Provides a lot of putting information
- 🚀 Excellent for improving putting consistency
- 👍 Nice app for putter fitters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work with iPhone 4S/5
- 🐛 Doesn't register all putts
- 🔒 Now only available for Ping fitters
- 🔒 Locks out regular users
- 💸 Expensive cradle now useless

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't register all putts
- Crashes and freezes frequently
- Incompatible with newer iPhones
- Deletes user data after updates

**Requested features**

- Allow non-fitters to use the app
- Bring back the old version for public use
- Add more data and analytics for users
- Improve putt registration accuracy
- Provide more guidance on interpreting data


### Golf Pad GPS Range Finder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-pad-gps-range-finder/id446320556)

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

This app provides golfers with GPS distances, detailed course maps, and a digital scorecard. It offers shot tracking, performance insights, and can sync with an Apple Watch. Upgrade to premium for advanced features like 3D green contours and handicap tracking.

**Highlights:** GPS rangefinder with distances to green, Digital scorecard for up to 4 golfers, Shot tracking and distance measurement, Worldwide course maps, Apple Watch integration, Advanced statistics and handicap tracking (Premium)

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Golf Pad Premium Subscription | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate GPS and yardages
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 💡 Comprehensive statistics and data tracking
- 🚀 Reliable and consistent performance
- 👍 Helpful Apple Watch integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes or freezes
- 🔋 High battery drain, especially on Apple Watch
- 🔍 Difficulty updating course information
- 🔍 Inconsistent club tracking and shot recording
- 🔍 Confusing or unintuitive UI in some areas

**Reported bugs**

- App not closing properly on Apple Watch
- Inaccurate shot distance tracking, especially for chipped shots
- Issues with saving and syncing round data

**Requested features**

- Handicap estimator feature
- Ability to select clubs directly from Apple Watch
- Improved leaderboard and group play functionality
- More advanced analytics and data visualization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PING free?

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

### Is Golf Pad GPS Range Finder free?

Golf Pad GPS Range Finder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PING or Golf Pad GPS Range Finder?

Golf Pad GPS Range Finder is rated higher. PING averages 2.0 out of 5 from 93 ratings, while Golf Pad GPS Range Finder averages 4.8 from 22K ratings.

### Do PING or Golf Pad GPS Range Finder have ads?

Neither PING nor Golf Pad GPS Range Finder shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PING or Golf Pad GPS Range Finder?

PING ships an update every 3 months, and Golf Pad GPS Range Finder weekly. Most recently, PING was updated on July 6, 2026 and Golf Pad GPS Range Finder on September 24, 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.*