Comparison

Shot Pattern vs GolfSwings

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Shot Pattern

This app uses your actual shot data to overlay personalized shot dispersion onto course maps, helping you choose smarter targets and improve your game. It provides advanced statistics and analytics to identify patterns that cost you strokes, ultimately leading to lower scores.

Highlights
  • Personalized shot dispersion overlay
  • Strokes gained predictor
  • Shot tracking and analytics
  • GPS and green maps for 40,000+ courses
  • Launch monitor data import
  • Multiple tracking modes
Features
Currently charting
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The Golf GPS App That Helps You Turn Your Shot Data Into Lower Scores: • Attack Smarter with Personalized Targets • Improve Faster with Advanced Stats & Analytics Shot Pattern overlays your personal shot dispersion onto satellite imagery of every hole, so you can pick smarter targets, avoid trouble, and shoot lower scores. Trusted by players on PGA Tour, DP World Tour, LPGA, and college teams worldwide. 4.8 stars from thousands of golfers. YOUR SHOT PATTERN ON EVERY HOLE Most golf GPS apps stop at giving you a number to the green. Shot Pattern goes further. It takes your actual shot data and shows you where your ball is likely to land based on your club and target selection. See your tee shot arc and approach shot circle overlaid right on the satellite image of the hole you’re standing on. Take the guesswork out of where to aim. STROKES GAINED PREDICTOR Compare different club and target combinations to see the expected strokes gained outcome for each option. Should you hit driver or lay up with an iron? How aggressive should you aim at a tucked pin? The Predictor runs the math using your personal dispersion so you can make confident decisions instead of guessing. SHOT TRACKING & STROKES GAINED STATS Track every shot with GPS precision. Get shot by shot strokes gained breakdowns for driving, approach, short game, and putting. Filter by distance, lie, club, or round. Advanced analytics including Drives in Play, Big Misses, and Big 5 Score Killers help you find the patterns that are costing you strokes. 40,000+ COURSES WITH GPS & GREEN MAPS Satellite imagery on every hole. Measure landing areas. Course preview tools to plan your strategy before the round. Elevation data. Green maps to read breaks and plan approaches. USGA and R&A compliant for tournament and handicap play. CONNECT YOUR DATA Upload launch monitor data to build your dispersion profile faster. Share your stats with your coach. Multiple tracking modes including live GPS on course, Apple Watch, or post round manual entry. WHAT GOLFERS ARE SAYING “You won’t need any other golf app” “Fantastic Shot Tracking and Course Management” “The uploading of launch monitor data is fantastic” “Switched from Decade” Start your free trial today. Terms of Use: https://shotpattern.app/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://shotpattern.app/privacy-policy/

About

GolfSwings

This app uses AI and biomechanical modeling to analyze your golf swing, identifying specific faults and providing personalized feedback for improvement. It requires no external sensors, only your device's camera, to offer data-driven insights for golfers of all skill levels.

Highlights
  • AI golf swing analysis
  • Personalized swing feedback
  • Identify priority swing fixes
  • Advanced biomechanical analysis
  • Track progress over time
  • No sensors required
  • Suitable for all skill levels
Features
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Most golfers don’t improve because they’re fixing the wrong thing. GolfSwings.ai shows you exactly what’s wrong with your swing — and what to fix first. Using AI-powered swing analysis and biomechanical modelling, GolfSwings.ai analyses your swing to identify the key faults holding you back, then shows you how to fix them with clear, prioritised feedback. • No guesswork. • No generic tips. • Just real insight into your swing. Key Features • AI Golf Swing Analysis – Upload a swing and receive instant, data-driven feedback • Find Your #1 Priority Fix – Identify the fault that’s limiting your performance most • Personalised Swing Feedback – Tailored insights based on your unique movement • Advanced Biomechanics – Analyses 300+ data points including path, tempo, rotation, and angles • Fix Common Swing Faults – Slice, early extension, over-rotation, sway, and more • Track Your Progress – Re-test your swing and see measurable improvement • No Sensors Required – Works using just your iPhone or iPad camera • Built for All Skill Levels – From beginners to low handicappers and coaches Why GolfSwings.ai? GolfSwings.ai doesn’t just show you what your swing looks like — it tells you what matters most and what to fix first, so you can improve faster and practice with purpose. Get Started Today Upload your swing, get instant analysis, and start improving with AI-powered coaching — anytime, anywhere. This app is governed by the Apple Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://golfswings.ai/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Shot Pattern4 screens
GolfSwings4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Shot Pattern at 4.8 against GolfSwings's 3.5. Shot Pattern also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 2). GolfSwings's advantage is review sentiment (88% vs 67%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Shot Pattern sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and GolfSwings sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shot Pattern holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shot Pattern has 2.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of Shot Pattern's written reviews are positive against 88% of GolfSwings's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shot Pattern ships an update every 3 days, GolfSwings fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Shot Pattern versus GolfSwings: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShot PatternGolfSwings
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.1K ratings) — better3.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews67.3% of reviews87.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.1K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#89 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size111 MB204 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperUndaunted Athlete LLCGOLFTEC 325 COLLINS PTY. LTD.

Customer experience

Shot Pattern

All ratings2,104 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral2.0%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews153 reviews
Positive67.3%
Neutral8.5%
Negative24.2%

GolfSwings

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%

Bugs and requests

Shot Pattern

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

GolfSwings

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Shot Pattern

Subscriptions6
  • One Month Subscription7 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • One Month Subscription7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • One Month Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Month
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  • Six Month Subscription7 Days trial$74.996 Months
  • One Year Subscription7 Days trial2 variants$99.001 Year
  • One Year Subscription1 Month trial$99.001 Year
One-time1
  • Green Maps Add On - Single Course$4.99
3 purchases

GolfSwings

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Quarterly7 Days trial$28.993 Months
  • Half Yearly7 Days trial$49.996 Months

Questions

Is Shot Pattern free?
Shot Pattern is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GolfSwings free?
GolfSwings is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Shot Pattern or GolfSwings?
Shot Pattern is rated higher. Shot Pattern averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while GolfSwings averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Shot Pattern or GolfSwings have ads?
GolfSwings shows ads; Shot Pattern does not.
Which is updated more often, Shot Pattern or GolfSwings?
Shot Pattern ships an update every 3 days, and GolfSwings fortnightly. Most recently, Shot Pattern was updated on November 11, 2026 and GolfSwings on November 8, 2026.

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