# PuttLab vs Shot Pattern

The clearest difference is rating: Shot Pattern at 4.8 against PuttLab's 1.0. Shot Pattern also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 1). PuttLab's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Shot Pattern sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. PuttLab asks for nothing beyond the download.

Shot Pattern holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shot Pattern has 2.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

PuttLab ships an update monthly, Shot Pattern every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PuttLab | Shot Pattern |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/puttlab/id635841272/reviews) | **[4.8 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shot-pattern-golf-gps/id6447127454/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 67.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#99** |
| Size | 32 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Science & Motion Sports](https://appshunter.io/developer/635841275) | [Undaunted Athlete LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1116731366) |

## What reviewers say

### PuttLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/puttlab/id635841272)

This app allows you to remotely control your SAM PuttLab system using your iPad or iPhone over Wi-Fi. It offers features like one-touch calibration, data storage, and sharing of reports, photos, and videos.

**Highlights:** Remote control via Wi-Fi, One-touch calibration, Store datasets on device, Share reports and media, Record audio comments

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Shot Pattern

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shot-pattern-golf-gps/id6447127454)

**Currently charting:** #99 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

Visualize your actual shot dispersion on any golf hole before you swing. This app helps you choose smarter targets, avoid hazards, and improve your scores by showing where your ball is likely to land based on your club and target. It also offers predictive analytics and detailed shot tracking for performance improvement.

**Highlights:** Personal shot dispersion overlay on hole imagery, Strokes gained predictor for club/target choices, Shot tracking and detailed strokes gained stats, 40,000+ courses with GPS and green maps, Launch monitor data integration, USGA/R&A compliant

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Month Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| One Month Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| One Month Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Six Month Subscription | $74.99 | per 6 months |
| One Year Subscription | $99.00 | per year |
| One Year Subscription | $99.00 | per year |
| Green Maps Add On - Single Course | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent course preview and strategy planning
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 💡 Ability to import launch monitor data
- 🚀 Constant app improvements and new features
- 👍 Helpful for course management and lowering scores

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with GPS tracking and shot entry during rounds
- 💰 Many features locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Bugs causing loss of shot data
- 🤔 Manual shot entry too time-consuming for some users
- 🤔 Lack of on-course shot tracking

**Reported bugs**

- GPS not accurately showing hole orientation
- Course boundaries not saving properly
- Subscription issues and difficulty cancelling
- Lack of UK golf course support

**Requested features**

- Ability to toggle between carry and total distances
- Option to see optimal target lines
- Scorecard view with strokes gained data
- Personal bests tracking
- Web/desktop version of the app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PuttLab free?

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

### Is Shot Pattern free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PuttLab or Shot Pattern?

Shot Pattern is rated higher. PuttLab averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Shot Pattern averages 4.8 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do PuttLab or Shot Pattern have ads?

Neither PuttLab nor Shot Pattern shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PuttLab or Shot Pattern?

PuttLab ships an update monthly, and Shot Pattern every 3 days. Most recently, PuttLab was updated on October 7, 2026 and Shot Pattern on October 15, 2026.

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