# Smith's vs The Ranches Golf

The clearest difference is ads: The Ranches Golf at none against Smith's's shown. The Ranches Golf also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). Smith's's advantage is ratings volume (90K vs 32). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Smith's against 4.7 for The Ranches Golf. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smith's has 90K ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Smith's ships an update weekly, The Ranches Golf every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smith's | The Ranches Golf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (90K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smiths/id584462519/reviews)** | [4.7 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-ranches-golf/id6739818928/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **90K** | 32 |
| Positive reviews | 15.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 243 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [The Kroger Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/403901189) | [TenFore Technology LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1082235036) |

## What reviewers say

### Smith's

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smiths/id584462519)

Simplify your grocery shopping with options for delivery, pickup, or in-store purchases. Access digital coupons, weekly ads, and personalized savings to manage your budget effectively. Refill prescriptions and track fuel points for additional benefits.

**Highlights:** Grocery delivery and pickup, Digital coupon clipping, Weekly ad browsing, Personalized savings and rewards, Fuel points tracking, Pharmacy prescription management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient pickup/delivery service
- 💳 Integrated loyalty program and coupons
- 🛒 Saves shopping history and preferences
- ⏱️ Accurate delivery/pickup time estimates
- 🌟 Overall great customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find products
- 🛒 Issues with order accuracy and substitutions
- 🔌 Weak in-store WiFi connectivity
- 🗓️ Inconsistent pricing and sales information
- 🤖 Confusing app updates and UI changes

**Reported bugs**

- Items randomly disappearing from cart
- Incorrect inventory and out-of-stock information
- Syncing issues between devices and accounts
- Checkout and order placement errors

**Requested features**

- Ability to sort and filter cart by aisle, category, or price
- Option to save custom shopping lists and favorites
- Improved search functionality and product browsing
- Better integration between app and in-store experience
- Clearer communication on order status and substitutions


### The Ranches Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-ranches-golf/id6739818928)

Experience a unique links-style golf course carved into a scenic hillside valley. This 18-hole championship facility offers a challenging yet relaxing retreat with stunning vistas and multiple tee boxes for all skill levels.

**Highlights:** 18-hole championship course, Links-style golf experience, Western-themed facility, Multiple tee boxes, Scenic hillside valley location, Spectacular vistas

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smith's free?

Smith's is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is The Ranches Golf free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Smith's or The Ranches Golf?

Smith's is rated higher. Smith's averages 4.8 out of 5 from 90K ratings, while The Ranches Golf averages 4.7 from 32 ratings.

### Do Smith's or The Ranches Golf have ads?

Smith's shows ads; The Ranches Golf does not.

### Which is updated more often, Smith's or The Ranches Golf?

Smith's ships an update weekly, and The Ranches Golf every 9 days. Most recently, Smith's was updated on September 25, 2026 and The Ranches Golf on September 23, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*