# Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder vs ArcherySuccess

The clearest difference is price: Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder at Free against ArcherySuccess's $14.99. Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder also leads on ratings volume (79K vs 294). ArcherySuccess's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder is free to download; ArcherySuccess costs $14.99 up front. Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. ArcherySuccess asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder against 4.7 for ArcherySuccess. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder has 79K ratings behind it against 294, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder's written reviews are positive against 86% of ArcherySuccess's.

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder ships an update fortnightly, ArcherySuccess every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder | ArcherySuccess |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $14.99 |
| Rating | **[4.8 (79K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfshot-golf-gps-range-finder/id622851626/reviews)** | [4.7 (294 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/archerysuccess-score-and-plot/id1289128334/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **79K** | 294 |
| Positive reviews | 61.1% of reviews | **86.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#16** | #31 |
| Size | 208 MB | 205 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Golf Genius Mobile, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/596598475) | [AllTen Software Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1488904148) |

## What reviewers say

### Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfshot-golf-gps-range-finder/id622851626)

**Currently charting:** #16 Top Grossing · Sports, #194 Top Free · Sports (US App Store)

This app provides GPS distances to greens and hazards on over 47,000 golf courses worldwide. It offers automatic shot tracking, performance analysis, and club recommendations to help golfers improve their game and lower scores.

**Highlights:** GPS distances to greens and hazards, Automatic shot tracking, Performance analysis (Strokes Gained), Club recommendations, 3D course previews, Scoring for multiple players, Apple Watch integration

**Features:** Siri integration, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Features for Classic Members | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Features Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Features Subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro Features for Classic Members | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Features Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Features Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro | $79.99 | per year |
| Champions: Pro and Golfplan | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate GPS and distances
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 📊 Helpful statistics and tracking
- 🌍 Works well on courses around the world
- 💯 Excellent customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Battery drain on Apple Watch
- 🐛 Inconsistent shot tracking
- 🤔 Confusing subscription tiers
- 📍 Inaccurate course maps and distances
- ⏱️ Slow GPS updates on Apple Watch

**Reported bugs**

- Randomly deleted scores during rounds
- Inability to edit tracked shots after the round
- Syncing issues between iPhone and Apple Watch
- Incorrect hole/course information not being updated

**Requested features**

- Putting statistics and analysis
- Ability to track shots on the driving range
- Handicap integration with local golf associations
- Real-time score sharing with playing partners
- More customization options for the Apple Watch app


### ArcherySuccess

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/archerysuccess-score-and-plot/id1289128334)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

Track your archery scores, plot arrow positions, and maintain a detailed journal of your training. This app helps you monitor progress, analyze performance, and manage gear setups. It's designed for archers of all levels to improve their skills and save time with coaches.

**Highlights:** Archery scorekeeper, Arrow scoring and plotting, Archer skill rating and handicap calculation, Arrow tagging and group analysis, Customizable round types, Training progress tracking, Weekly progress reports

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for tracking scores
- 👍 Improves archery journey
- 👍 Recommended by coaches
- 👍 Knowledgeable developers
- 👍 Detailed explanations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 UI takes time to get used to
- 🤔 Plotting feature glitches
- 🤔 Syncing data is an issue
- 🤔 UI feels amateurish
- 🤔 Some items not intuitive

**Reported bugs**

- Plotting feature frequently doesn't allow plotting
- Poor connection when trying to upload/sync data with AIS AMS
- Constantly getting errors, timeout, and bad gateway issues when syncing
- Bug for sharing data over devices
- Bug for analyzing group size with dimensions

**Requested features**

- Add auto-adjusting table
- Add multi-language support
- Add option to add more archers in individual tables
- Add Apple Watch integration
- Add extender length for stabilization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder free?

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

### Is ArcherySuccess free?

ArcherySuccess costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder or ArcherySuccess?

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder is rated higher. Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder averages 4.8 out of 5 from 79K ratings, while ArcherySuccess averages 4.7 from 294 ratings.

### Do Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder or ArcherySuccess have ads?

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder shows ads; ArcherySuccess does not.

### Which is updated more often, Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder or ArcherySuccess?

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder ships an update fortnightly, and ArcherySuccess every 5 days. Most recently, Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder was updated on November 12, 2026 and ArcherySuccess on November 11, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder or ArcherySuccess?

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder currently peaks at #16 in the App Store charts, and ArcherySuccess at #31. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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