Comparison

My DUPR Coach vs PKL™

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

Head to head
About

My DUPR Coach

This app helps pickleball players of all levels get an official DUPR rating without needing to log matches. Connect with a credentialed coach for remote or in-person assessments to achieve your desired skill level.

Highlights
  • On-demand DUPR rating
  • Remote or in-person assessments
  • Skill scoring by credentialed coach
  • No match logging required
Features
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Whether you're new to pickleball or chasing your next level, My DUPR Coach helps you get your DUPR and reach your goals. Get DUPR-Rated – No Match Logging Needed Exclusively for players without a DUPR, connect with a credentialed DUPR Coach who will assess your gameplay—remotely or in-person—and assign you an official DUPR, valid for tournaments, leagues, and open play. Why Players Love It: - On-demand DUPR Rating - In-person or video assessments - Skill scoring from a credentialed DUPR Coach Download the app, connect with your coach, and start your DUPR journey! Questions or feedback? Email us at support@duprcoach.com

About

PKL™

Organize pickleball matches with friends, track your progress on leaderboards, and improve your skills with trend reports and training resources. Connect with the community through profiles and social feeds, earning badges for your achievements.

Highlights
  • Easy match creation with friends
  • Local, regional, and national leaderboards
  • Performance trend reports
  • Achievement badges
  • Personal profiles and social feed
  • Training resources and blogs
Features
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PKL™ is the go-to app for pickleball enthusiasts looking to elevate their game and connect with others in the community. Our app offers a comprehensive set of features designed to enhance every aspect of your pickleball experience. First and foremost, PKL™ allows you to easily create doubles and singles matches with your friends. Whether you prefer playing with a partner or going solo, our app lets you set up matches with just a few taps. You can generate a shareable code or use a QR code to invite friends, making it simple to organize games and stay connected with fellow players. One of the key highlights of PKL™ is its extensive leaderboard system. We offer local, regional, and national leaderboards where you can track your progress, compete against others, and see how you stack up in the pickleball community. This adds a competitive edge to your gameplay and motivates you to improve your skills. In addition to the leaderboards, PKL™ provides trend reports that offer valuable insights into your performance. These reports analyze your gameplay patterns, strengths, and areas for improvement, helping you fine-tune your strategy and become a better player. PKL™ also rewards your achievements with badges, showcasing your milestones and accomplishments. Whether you're mastering new techniques, winning matches, or reaching personal goals, our badge system recognizes your dedication and progress in pickleball. To personalize your experience further, PKL™ offers robust features such as personal profiles and social feeds. You can create your profile to showcase your skills, preferences, and achievements. The social feed keeps you updated on the latest news, events, and discussions within the pickleball community, fostering connections and sharing insights with other players. Beyond the gameplay aspects, PKL™ caters to your learning and development with training items and blogs. Our app provides valuable resources, tips, and strategies to enhance your skills, whether you're a beginner or an experienced player. You can access training materials, watch tutorials, and read expert advice to level up your game and stay ahead of the competition. In summary, PKL™ is a comprehensive pickleball app that offers: Easy match creation with friends via shareable codes or QR codes. Local, regional, and national leaderboards for competitive play and progress tracking. Trend reports to analyze gameplay patterns and improve performance. Badge rewards for achievements and milestones. Personal profiles and social feeds for community engagement and networking. Training items, blogs, and resources to enhance skills and knowledge. Download PKL™ now to immerse yourself in the ultimate pickleball experience and unlock your full potential on the court! Privacy Policy: https://pklgo.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

My DUPR Coach4 screens
PKL™4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: My DUPR Coach at none against PKL™'s shown. My DUPR Coach also leads on ratings volume (1.8K vs 7) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 14.0.0). PKL™'s advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 73%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). 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. My DUPR Coach sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month and PKL™ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PKL™ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: My DUPR Coach has 1.8K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of My DUPR Coach's written reviews are positive against 100% of PKL™'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

My DUPR Coach ships an update monthly, PKL™ every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
My DUPR Coach versus PKL™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy DUPR CoachPKL™
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.8K ratings)5.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.8K — better7
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.4 — better14.0.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB126 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMy Journey Pickleball, IncPKL.co LLC

Customer experience

My DUPR Coach

All ratings1,483 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral2.0%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive73.3%
Neutral4.4%
Negative22.2%

PKL™

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

My DUPR Coach

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Video upload fails or gets rejected after initial acceptance
  • Screen must remain on during upload or process fails
  • System accepts video but later rejects it without explanation
  • Subscription cancellation requests not processed
  • Continued billing after cancellation requests
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  • Video upload size restrictions too restrictive

Requested features

7 requests
  • Longer video submission limits (more than 2 minutes)
  • Multiple video uploads per session
  • Faster feedback turnaround time
  • Detailed written commentary with numerical ratings
  • Easier subscription management and cancellation
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  • Better app navigation and user interface improvements
  • Direct customer support contact options

PKL™

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

My DUPR Coach

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$29.991 Month
  • On-Demand DUPR Rating$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • My DUPR Coach Gift$99.99
3 purchases

PKL™

Subscriptions2
  • PKL Pro - Monthly$1.991 Month
  • PKL Yearly - Pro Plan$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Monthly Pro Subscription$7.99

Questions

Is My DUPR Coach free?
My DUPR Coach is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PKL™ free?
PKL™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, My DUPR Coach or PKL™?
PKL™ is rated higher. My DUPR Coach averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while PKL™ averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.
Do My DUPR Coach or PKL™ have ads?
PKL™ shows ads; My DUPR Coach does not.
Which is updated more often, My DUPR Coach or PKL™?
My DUPR Coach ships an update monthly, and PKL™ every 2 weeks. Most recently, My DUPR Coach was updated on November 3, 2026 and PKL™ on November 4, 2026.

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