# Golf Pad GPS Range Finder vs ShotNotes

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Golf Pad GPS Range Finder at 22K against ShotNotes's 1. Golf Pad GPS Range Finder also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months) and chart position (#136 vs unranked). ShotNotes's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 80%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 and ShotNotes sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ShotNotes holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Golf Pad GPS Range Finder has 22K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Golf Pad GPS Range Finder's written reviews are positive against 100% of ShotNotes's.

Golf Pad GPS Range Finder ships an update every 10 days, ShotNotes every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Golf Pad GPS Range Finder | ShotNotes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-pad-gps-range-finder/id446320556/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shotnotes-golf/id6769310655/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 79.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#136** | — |
| Size | 369 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Contorra LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/363955861) | [DANIEL PIOTR CYWINSKI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895697517) |

## What reviewers say

### Golf Pad GPS Range Finder

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

**Currently charting:** #136 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


### ShotNotes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shotnotes-golf/id6769310655)

This app helps golfers improve their game by tracking every shot, identifying patterns, and providing insights beyond a traditional scorecard. It allows for detailed logging of club, distance, lie, and miss direction to reveal areas for improvement.

**Highlights:** Shot-by-shot tracking, Club and distance logging, Miss direction analysis, Lie type and outcome tracking, Personal notes per shot/hole, Pattern identification

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ShotNotes Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| ShotNotes Pro Annual | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Golf Pad GPS Range Finder free?

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

### Is ShotNotes free?

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

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

ShotNotes is rated higher. Golf Pad GPS Range Finder averages 4.8 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while ShotNotes averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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

Neither Golf Pad GPS Range Finder nor ShotNotes shows ads.

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

Golf Pad GPS Range Finder ships an update every 10 days, and ShotNotes every 2 months. Most recently, Golf Pad GPS Range Finder was updated on October 27, 2026 and ShotNotes on October 8, 2026.

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