# Golf Channel vs GolfPass

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Golf Channel at none against GolfPass's 5. Golf Channel also leads on ratings volume (32K vs 5.5K). GolfPass's advantage is review sentiment (46% vs 29%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GolfPass sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Golf Channel asks for nothing beyond the download.

GolfPass holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Golf Channel has 32K ratings behind it against 5.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Golf Channel's written reviews are positive against 46% of GolfPass's.

Golf Channel ships an update every 5 weeks, GolfPass every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Golf Channel | GolfPass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-channel/id466053027/reviews) | **[4.8 (5.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfpass/id1448493740/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 5.5K |
| Positive reviews | 28.9% of reviews | **45.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 145 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Versant Media LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1840809836) | [GolfNow.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/411930501) |

## What reviewers say

### Golf Channel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-channel/id466053027)

Access live golf tournament coverage from major tours, including PGA and LPGA. Get breaking news, video highlights, expert analysis, and interviews. Watch and listen to the best golf content anytime, anywhere.

**Highlights:** Live tournament coverage, Major championship news, Video highlights and interviews, Expert analysis, 24/7 Golf Channel stream, Women's golf coverage

**In-app purchases:** none


### GolfPass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfpass/id1448493740)

Access exclusive golf content, including original series, lessons from champions, and Golf Channel programs. Watch on your mobile device or connected TV, anytime, anywhere. Improve your game with thousands of on-demand tips and insights from top professionals.

**Highlights:** Exclusive GolfPass Originals, Golf Channel Programs, On-demand Golf Tips & Lessons, Instruction from Champion Golfers, Streaming Access Anywhere, Live Tournament Updates

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GolfPass Video | $4.99 | per month |
| GolfPass Video Trial | $4.99 | per month |
| GolfPass Video | $49.99 | per year |
| GolfPass+ | $119.00 | per year |
| GolfPass VIP | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Worth every dollar
- 👍 Always on Point
- 👍 Love all these tips
- 👍 Excellent instruction videos
- 👍 Excellent and short tutorial videos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Horrible App
- 🚫 Customer Support Disappoints
- 🚫 Great content; horrible app!
- 🚫 Advertising is false
- 🚫 Can't sign in to app

**Reported bugs**

- Playlist order issues
- Freezing/crashing when playing videos
- Login issues, requiring repeated logins
- Inability to access tee time credits
- Incompatibility with iOS 16

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and favorite videos
- Playlist order and continue watching
- Landscape mode for iPad
- Ability to cast to TV
- Ability to track watched videos


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Golf Channel free?

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

### Is GolfPass free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Golf Channel or GolfPass?

GolfPass is rated higher. Golf Channel averages 4.6 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while GolfPass averages 4.8 from 5.5K ratings.

### Do Golf Channel or GolfPass have ads?

Both Golf Channel and GolfPass show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Golf Channel or GolfPass?

Golf Channel ships an update every 5 weeks, and GolfPass every 4 weeks. Most recently, Golf Channel was updated on October 24, 2026 and GolfPass on October 25, 2026.

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