Comparison

Shot Pattern vs Range Rounds

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

Head to head
About

Shot Pattern

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
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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

Range Rounds

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Why Range Rounds? Every golfer knows the challenge: you're at the driving range, hitting balls, but are you really improving? Are you creating the same pressure and focus you need on the course? Range Rounds transforms your practice sessions by adding purpose, structure, and a scoring system that simulates real golf situations. FEATURES: • Turn any driving range session into a 9 or 18-hole round • Score your shots like a real round of golf - eagles, birdies, pars, bogeys • Set targets and hazards to challenge yourself • Track your performance with detailed statistics • Monitor your progress with a practice handicap system • Analyze your club performance and tendencies • Beautiful, intuitive interface designed for quick shot tracking PRACTICE WITH PURPOSE: • Create game-like pressure while practicing • Develop course management skills • Identify patterns in your misses • Track improvement over time • Make range sessions more engaging and productive DETAILED STATISTICS: • Score trends and analysis • Club-by-club performance tracking • Shot distribution patterns • Most common misses • Handicap calculation • Round history and scoring breakdowns Perfect for: • Golfers looking to make practice more meaningful • Players who want to track their progress • Anyone wanting to add excitement to range sessions • Golfers working on course management • Practice sessions with friends Why You Need This App: 1. Purposeful Practice Most range sessions lack structure and real consequences. Range Rounds creates a game-like environment where every shot matters. You'll develop better focus and learn to handle pressure, just like in actual rounds. 2. Better Course Management By setting up hazards and strategic targets, you'll learn to make smarter decisions. Instead of mindlessly hitting balls, you'll practice course management skills that transfer directly to your real game. 3. Measurable Progress The detailed statistics and tracking features show you exactly where you're improving and what needs work. No more guessing about your progress – see real data about your game. 4. More Engaging Practice Let's face it – hitting balls can get boring. Range Rounds adds excitement and challenge to every session. Challenge yourself to beat your best score or compete with friends for more fun. 5. Club-Specific Insights Understand which clubs you hit best and which need work. Track accuracy patterns and distances to make better club selections on the course. Perfect For: • Serious golfers looking to make their practice time more effective • Casual players who want to add excitement to range sessions • Golf coaches teaching course management skills • Players working on pressure situations • Friends who want to compete during practice • Anyone looking to track their golf improvement The app saves all your data locally, so you can track your progress over time and see long-term improvement patterns. The intuitive interface makes it easy to record shots quickly, keeping the focus on your practice rather than the technology. Whether you're a scratch golfer or just starting out, Range Rounds helps you practice with purpose. Stop hitting balls aimlessly and start training like you play. Transform your range sessions into meaningful practice that actually improves your on-course performance.

Screenshots

Shot Pattern4 screens
Range Rounds4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Shot Pattern at Free against Range Rounds's $4.99. Shot Pattern also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 months) and chart position (#99 vs unranked). Range Rounds's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On ads 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

Shot Pattern is free to download; Range Rounds costs $4.99 up front. Shot Pattern sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. Range Rounds asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shot Pattern ships an update every 3 days, Range Rounds every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Shot Pattern versus Range Rounds: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShot PatternRange Rounds
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating4.8 (2.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews67.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#99 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size105 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUndaunted Athlete LLCWerner Gillmer

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

Range Rounds

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
None

Range Rounds

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shot Pattern free?
Shot Pattern is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Range Rounds free?
Range Rounds costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Shot Pattern or Range Rounds have ads?
Neither Shot Pattern nor Range Rounds shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shot Pattern or Range Rounds?
Shot Pattern ships an update every 3 days, and Range Rounds every 4 months. Most recently, Shot Pattern was updated on October 15, 2026 and Range Rounds on October 9, 2026.

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