# Shot Pattern vs Workshop Golf

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Workshop Golf at 100% against Shot Pattern's 67%. Workshop Golf also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). Shot Pattern's advantage is ratings volume (2.1K vs 2) and chart position (#94 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Shot Pattern sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and Workshop Golf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Workshop Golf holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. 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 point the same way: 67% of Shot Pattern's written reviews are positive against 100% of Workshop Golf's.

Shot Pattern ships an update every 3 days, Workshop Golf every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shot Pattern | Workshop Golf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shot-pattern-golf-gps/id6447127454/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workshop-golf/id6756482824/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 67.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#94** | — |
| Size | 105 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Undaunted Athlete LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1116731366) | [Opaai private limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788317968) |

## What reviewers say

### Shot Pattern

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

**Currently charting:** #94 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


### Workshop Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workshop-golf/id6756482824)

This app helps golfers improve their game by tracking rounds, analyzing performance data, and providing AI-powered practice plans. It offers GPS course mapping, stat tracking, and personalized drills to refine skills and achieve goals.

**Highlights:** Precision GPS for 42,000+ courses, Hole-by-hole stat tracking, AI-powered practice plans, Customizable practice routines, Handicap integration, Golf accessory recommendations

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $7.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan | $75.00 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shot Pattern free?

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

### Is Workshop Golf free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Shot Pattern or Workshop Golf?

Workshop Golf is rated higher. Shot Pattern averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Workshop Golf averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

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

Neither Shot Pattern nor Workshop Golf shows ads.

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

Shot Pattern ships an update every 3 days, and Workshop Golf every 5 days. Most recently, Shot Pattern was updated on October 15, 2026 and Workshop Golf on October 13, 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.*