# Putt Buddy vs Disc

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Disc at 43% against Putt Buddy's 0%. Disc also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.9) and ratings volume (61 vs 10). Putt Buddy's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and iOS requirement (16.1 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Putt Buddy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Disc sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Disc holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Disc has 61 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Putt Buddy's written reviews are positive against 43% of Disc's.

Putt Buddy ships an update fortnightly, Disc every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Putt Buddy | Disc |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/putt-buddy/id6443782152/reviews) | **[4.4 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disc-i/id6447535006/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 10 | **61** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **42.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 44 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.1** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Erik Page](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448070630) | [Disc.ai LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/951540378) |

## What reviewers say

### Putt Buddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/putt-buddy/id6443782152)

This app uses your iPhone's LiDAR to accurately measure putt distance, speed, and outcome. Track your progress with session and cumulative statistics, and visualize trends with putt trajectories. It also includes a quick measurement tool for precise distances on the green.

**Highlights:** LiDAR-powered distance and speed measurement, Automatic putt outcome tracking, Session and cumulative statistics, Putt trajectory visualization, Quick Measure tool for precise distances, Intuitive setup and interface

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| QuickMeasureOnly | $5.99 | one-time |


### Disc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disc-i/id6447535006)

This app uses AI to analyze and improve your disc golf and ultimate frisbee throws. Record your form, get detailed breakdowns, and compare it to professional athletes. Perfect for players of all levels seeking to elevate their game.

**Highlights:** AI throw analysis, Slow-motion recording, Form breakdown, Comparison to pro athletes, Automated scoring, Backhand, Forehand, and Putting support

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Amateur Tier | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Amateur Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $199.99 | per year |
| Form Analysis | $2.99 | one-time |
| Robert Burridge's Form | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Putt Buddy free?

Putt Buddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Disc free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Putt Buddy or Disc?

Disc is rated higher. Putt Buddy averages 2.9 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Disc averages 4.4 from 61 ratings.

### Do Putt Buddy or Disc have ads?

Neither Putt Buddy nor Disc shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Putt Buddy or Disc?

Putt Buddy ships an update fortnightly, and Disc every 2 weeks. Most recently, Putt Buddy was updated on September 22, 2026 and Disc on September 14, 2026.

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