# Shot Pattern vs Golf Tracer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Shot Pattern at 67% against Golf Tracer's 40%. Shot Pattern also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks) and chart position (#91 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Shot Pattern sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and Golf Tracer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Shot Pattern ships an update every 3 days, Golf Tracer every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shot Pattern | Golf Tracer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shot-pattern-golf-gps/id6447127454/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | — |
| Positive reviews | **67.3% of reviews** | 39.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#91** | — |
| Size | 105 MB | 300 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Undaunted Athlete LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1116731366) | [Visual Vertigo Software Technologies GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1039078678) |

## What reviewers say

### Shot Pattern

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

**Currently charting:** #91 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


### Golf Tracer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-tracer/id6504352069)

This app uses advanced camera tracking to stabilize handheld golf swing videos and ensure the tracer line stays perfectly in place. Manually edit your footage for professional-looking golf videos, similar to those seen from top YouTubers. Enjoy powerful editing features without internet or ads.

**Highlights:** Advanced camera tracking, Stabilizes handheld footage, Perfect tracer line placement, Manual editing control, 3D Map Tracer, Supports 4K 60FPS and HDR

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Map Tracer & Video Editor Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Map Tracer & Video Editor Half-Year | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| Map Tracer & Video Editor Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Full Tracer Lifetime Access | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Easy and free to use
- 🎥 Excellent camera tracking and stabilization
- 🚀 Fast and responsive app
- 🔍 Helps improve golf understanding and video content
- 🔌 Works offline without internet connection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔄 Crashes or force closes on some devices
- 🔒 Issues with video export and saving edited videos
- 🔀 Videos downloaded or recorded are sometimes upside down


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shot Pattern free?

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

### Is Golf Tracer free?

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

### Do Shot Pattern or Golf Tracer have ads?

Neither Shot Pattern nor Golf Tracer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Shot Pattern or Golf Tracer?

Shot Pattern ships an update every 3 days, and Golf Tracer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Shot Pattern was updated on October 27, 2026 and Golf Tracer on October 27, 2026.

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