# Disc vs RipReader

The clearest difference is monetization model: RipReader at freemium against Disc's subscription. RipReader also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 43%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Disc sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and RipReader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Disc against 4.5 for RipReader. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 61 and 70 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 43% of Disc's written reviews are positive against 65% of RipReader's.

Disc ships an update every 3 weeks, RipReader weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Disc | RipReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disc-i/id6447535006/reviews) | **[4.5 (70 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ripreader-disc-golf-radar-gun/id6760834017/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 61 | **70** |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | **65.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 42 MB | 162 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Disc.ai LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/951540378) | [Sarulian LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886450819) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### RipReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ripreader-disc-golf-radar-gun/id6760834017)

Measure disc golf throw speed, spin, and distance using your phone's camera. Automatically detects forehand and backhand throws, providing slow-motion playback with metrics. Track progress and compare disc performance.

**Highlights:** Phone camera radar gun, Automatic throw detection, Velocity and spin measurement, GPS distance tracking, Slow-motion playback, Disc bag builder, Performance analytics

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RipReader Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| RipReader Pro Annual | $24.99 | per year |
| RipReader Premium Annual | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Disc free?

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

### Is RipReader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Disc or RipReader?

RipReader is rated higher. Disc averages 4.4 out of 5 from 61 ratings, while RipReader averages 4.5 from 70 ratings.

### Do Disc or RipReader have ads?

Neither Disc nor RipReader shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Disc or RipReader?

Disc ships an update every 3 weeks, and RipReader weekly. Most recently, Disc was updated on October 2, 2026 and RipReader on October 17, 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.*