GolfRSS vs Simplify Golf
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GolfRSS
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I created GolfScore because I wanted a fast and simple way to keep score while playing. I have tried many of the golf apps on the App Store and most of them offer more features than GolfScore, including GPS features, but I found all of them to be more complicated than I needed. I wanted a really simple scorecard for my iPhone and Apple Watch. GolfRSS: A Really Simple Scorecard. # Instructions ## Play Golf Tap the 'Golf Ball' to start a new round. Set round details, such as 9 versus 18 holes, number of players, and handicap. If you have saved previous played courses, you can choose one of your saved courses. Use the stepper to advance your score. When you are done entering, click NEXT to go to the next hole. If you have more than one player, toggle to the other players and enter their scores before advancing to the next hole. If you need to edit a score you can tap on the hole or score to edit. The hole will highlight yellow to indicate that you are editing that hole. You can change the par of the hole by tapping on the number under the flag. It will cycle through possible pars of 3, 4, or 5. ## Save A Golf Course If you are playing a favorite course, or a course that you play regularly, after playing your first round of golf you can save this course. When you save the course, the specific par is saved for each hole. Other details, such as green fees, course slope, and course rating may also be saved, as well as a photo. Saved courses are accessed on the third page of the app. When you start a new round, you can start a blank round or choose from one of your saved courses. ## Handicap If you subscribe to GolfScore, through in-app purchase, you can use the Handicap feature. Handicaps may be entered for each player, and their scores will be adjusted accordingly when you toggle the handicap switch. A player's handicap may be changed by long-pressing on the handicap number. The in, out, and total scores are adjusted for handicap. ## Share Your Round After a good round, you can share your statistics with your friends and family. On the second page of the app, you can see your saved rounds. Tap on a round to see more details and statistics. Tap the share button to send a text or email to brag about your round. If you scored par or below, specific stats about number of pars and birdies will be shared. ## Apple Watch Access GolfScore on your Apple Watch to quickly enter your score. If you are playing with more than one player, tap the player's name at the top of the screen to enter their scores as well. Apple Watch widgets are available for showing GolfScore data on your watch face. You can choose from singular circular widgets that indicate current hole, score on last hole, and other player's scores. Two rectangular widgets show stats for player one or the scores of each of the players in your group. ## In-App Purchase Subscribe to GolfScore to remove the banner ads, unlock Handicap support, save more than three favorite golf courses, and help to support further development of GolfScore. Subscriptions may be purchased by month, year, or one lifetime purchase. # Privacy Policy The privacy policy may be accessed at the following URL: https://adamballif.com/privacy-policy
Simplify Golf
This app is a lightweight golf companion for players of all levels. It offers effortless round tracking, real-time GPS distances, and automatic handicap calculation. Enjoy a distraction-free interface and detailed statistics to improve your game, even offline.
- Real-time GPS distances
- Effortless round tracking
- Custom course management
- Automatic handicap calculation
- Comprehensive statistics
- Offline mode
- Apple Watch companion app
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Simplify Golf is the ultimate lightweight companion for golfers of all levels. Designed with simplicity and performance in mind, this app enhances your golfing experience, allowing you to focus on what matters most – your game. Key Features: Effortless Round Tracking: Start a round with just a few taps and easily record your scores as you play. Custom Course Management: Add and manage your favorite courses with our intuitive course creation tool. Real-Time GPS Distances: Get accurate distances to the front, center, and back of the green for every shot. Layup Marking: Mark your layup spots and view precise distances to and from them with our new map overlay during your round. Apple Watch Companion: View distances and score your round right from your wrist with the new Apple Watch app. Automatic Handicap Calculation: Watch your handicap update automatically as you play more rounds. Comprehensive Statistics: Gain insights into your game with detailed performance stats and trends. Offline Mode: No internet? No problem. Play and record your rounds even without a connection. Apple Sign-In: Quick and secure login using your Apple ID. Minimalist Design: Clean, distraction-free interface that’s easy to use while on the course. Simplify Golf is built for speed and efficiency, ensuring minimal battery drain and smooth performance, even on older devices. Whether you're a casual player or a seasoned pro, Simplify Golf provides all the essential tools you need to enhance your game, now with even more ways to manage your strategy on the course. Download Simplify Golf today and experience a streamlined way to enjoy your time on the course! Terms of Use: https://www.simplifygolf.app/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Simplify Golf at every 5 days against GolfRSS's every 4 months. Simplify Golf also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. GolfRSS sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Simplify Golf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
GolfRSS ships an update every 4 months, Simplify Golf every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.
| Parameter | GolfRSS | Simplify Golf |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 18.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 152 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Adam Ballif | Dasher Digital Solutions |
In-app purchases
GolfRSS
- Unlock and Remove Ads - Month$0.991 Month
- Unlock and Remove Ads - Yearly$9.991 Year
- Lifetime Unlock$19.99
Simplify Golf
- Simplify Golf Pro - Monthly$5.991 Month
- Simplify Golf Pro - Annual7 Days trial$49.991 Year
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