# Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder vs ShotNotes

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ShotNotes at 100% against Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder's 61%. ShotNotes also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder's advantage is ratings volume (79K vs 1) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement 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 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: Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder has 79K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder's written reviews are positive against 100% of ShotNotes's.

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder ships an update fortnightly, ShotNotes every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder | ShotNotes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (79K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfshot-golf-gps-range-finder/id622851626/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shotnotes-golf/id6769310655/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **79K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 61.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#21** | — |
| Size | 210 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Golf Genius Mobile, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/596598475) | [DANIEL PIOTR CYWINSKI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895697517) |

## What reviewers say

### Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder

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

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Grossing · Sports, #193 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


### 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 Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder free?

Golfshot Golf 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, Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder or ShotNotes?

ShotNotes is rated higher. Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder averages 4.8 out of 5 from 79K ratings, while ShotNotes averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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

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

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

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder ships an update fortnightly, and ShotNotes every 2 months. Most recently, Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder was updated on November 11, 2026 and ShotNotes on October 31, 2026.

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