# Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder vs The Open

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Open at none against Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder's 13. The Open also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder's advantage is review sentiment (61% vs 28%) and ratings volume (79K vs 4.9K). On price, rating, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. The Open 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 4.6 for The Open. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder has 79K ratings behind it against 4.9K, 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 28% of The Open's.

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder ships an update fortnightly, The Open every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder | The Open |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (79K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfshot-golf-gps-range-finder/id622851626/reviews)** | [4.6 (4.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-open/id658257516/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **79K** | 4.9K |
| Positive reviews | **61.0% of reviews** | 28.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#19** | — |
| Size | 210 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 17.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Golf Genius Mobile, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/596598475) | [The R&A](https://appshunter.io/developer/378489775) |

## What reviewers say

### Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder

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

**Currently charting:** #19 Top Grossing · 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


### The Open

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-open/id658257516)

Experience live coverage of golf's original Championship, including feature groups, range sessions, and unique par-3 channel footage. Stay updated with real-time scores, tee times, news, and highlights. Access year-round content like films, documentaries, coaching videos, and podcasts.

**Highlights:** Live championship coverage, Feature group coverage, Live at the Range, Up-to-date scoring and tee times, Live blog, News, video highlights, and features, Films, documentaries, and podcasts

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent coverage and commentary
- 🚀 Fantastic app for following the Open
- 💡 Great radio coverage
- 👍 Brilliant app with lots of great features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes frequently
- 🐛 Connection issues and video not working
- 🐛 Difficult to navigate and poor layout
- 🐛 Requires sign-up/login to access features
- 🐛 Missing key features like shot tracking

**Reported bugs**

- Leaderboard scores not updating properly
- Favorites list keeps getting reset
- Login/sign-up process not working
- App crashing on launch or during use

**Requested features**

- Player bios and stats
- Ability to sort leaderboard
- Live shot tracking
- Improved video streaming quality
- Easier navigation and UI


## 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 The Open free?

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

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

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder is rated higher. Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder averages 4.8 out of 5 from 79K ratings, while The Open averages 4.6 from 4.9K ratings.

### Do Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder or The Open have ads?

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder shows ads; The Open does not.

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

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder ships an update fortnightly, and The Open every 4 days. Most recently, Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder was updated on November 1, 2026 and The Open on October 29, 2026.

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