Matchkeeper vs PaddleDNA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Matchkeeper
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This iPhone and iWatch app is designed to teach you how to keep score and keep up with the whether you are serve one or two in doubles. The history of the matches you have played are kept on you iPhone and you keep score on your Apple iWatch which synchronizes the information through your iCloud account to your iPhone. You also have the ability to connect your iPhone to a TV or monitor device using a lighting to HDMI adapter.
PaddleDNA
Instantly verify pickleball paddle performance using NFC technology. Scan paddles to retrieve verified measurements and confirm they meet tournament standards. Track your equipment and check brand authorization for authorized play.
- Instant paddle verification via NFC
- Retrieve verified test data
- Check tournament compliance
- Track saved paddles
- Verify brand authorization
- Designed for tournament use
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PaddleDNA Verify Your Paddle Instantly. PaddleDNA allows referees, testers, and players to instantly verify pickleball paddle performance using NFC-enabled testing technology. The app works with certified PaddleDNA testing equipment used at tournaments, testing events, and venues. When a paddle is tested, its measurements are securely recorded and linked to the paddle’s NFC tag. Scanning the tag retrieves verified results and confirms whether the paddle meets tournament standards. Designed for fast, consistent equipment verification. No manual tools. No guesswork. Scan a Paddle Hold your phone near the PaddleDNA logo to read the embedded NFC tag. Retrieve verified paddle test data in seconds. See Verified Results View official paddle measurements and pass/fail status based on tournament thresholds. Clear visual indicators help users, referees, and testers make quick decisions before play. Track Your Paddles Save paddles to your bag to review results and track equipment over time. Check Brand Verification Check if your paddle’s brand and model are authorised for play. Built for Tournament Use PaddleDNA helps tournament staff verify paddles quickly and consistently. Referees and testers can confirm equipment eligibility on the spot without manual tools or paperwork. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: PaddleDNA at Free against Matchkeeper's $1.99. PaddleDNA also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 months). Matchkeeper's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#195 vs unranked). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
PaddleDNA is free to download; Matchkeeper costs $1.99 up front. PaddleDNA sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Matchkeeper asks for nothing beyond the download.
Matchkeeper ships an update every 6 months, PaddleDNA every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Matchkeeper | PaddleDNA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #195 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Steve Wisner | Daniel Roberts |
In-app purchases
Matchkeeper
No in-app purchases
PaddleDNA
- PaddleDNA Premium (Monthly)$2.991 Month
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