# LaneTrax vs SpareTime Bowling

The clearest difference is rating: LaneTrax at 4.8 against SpareTime Bowling's 3.7. LaneTrax also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (649 vs 3). SpareTime Bowling's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LaneTrax sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and SpareTime Bowling sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LaneTrax holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LaneTrax has 649 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of LaneTrax's written reviews are positive against 50% of SpareTime Bowling's.

## The numbers

| Metric | LaneTrax | SpareTime Bowling |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (649 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lanetrax/id6475736816/reviews)** | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sparetime-bowling/id6752774457/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **649** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **64.5% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#146** | — |
| Size | 180 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [LaneTrax Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1725020204) | [CHRISTOPHER HENDERSON](https://appshunter.io/developer/1840862411) |

## What reviewers say

### LaneTrax

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lanetrax/id6475736816)

**Currently charting:** #146 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

This app provides professional-level bowling analytics directly on your smartphone. Record every shot, visualize ball trajectory and speed in real-time, and generate detailed performance reports. Analyze trends over time to improve your game, all with just your phone and a tripod.

**Highlights:** Record every shot, Real-time trajectory visualization, Generate PDF reports, Analyze shot-by-shot data, Lightweight and portable setup, Track speed and rev rate

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Annually | $89.99 | per year |
| Annually | $89.99 | per year |
| Annually | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great statistics
- 👍 Good app for serious bowlers
- 👍 Useful for those without access to Specto

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Unclear subscription pricing
- 🐛 Issues with lane/foul line detection
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 💰 Expensive subscription cost

**Reported bugs**

- Invalid server response when connecting USBC info
- Difficulty getting the app to work properly

**Requested features**

- Team mode to track others' stats
- Ability to remove shots for misreads
- Scoring tracking


### SpareTime Bowling

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sparetime-bowling/id6752774457)

This app connects bowlers to the latest news, tournaments, and local centers. Discover upcoming events, watch highlight reels, and find places to play. Enhance your bowling experience with comprehensive information and community features.

**Highlights:** Tournament schedules and reminders, Latest bowling news and updates, Video highlight reels, Find local bowling centers, Event details and registration info

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.00 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $20.00 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LaneTrax free?

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

### Is SpareTime Bowling free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LaneTrax or SpareTime Bowling?

LaneTrax is rated higher. LaneTrax averages 4.8 out of 5 from 649 ratings, while SpareTime Bowling averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do LaneTrax or SpareTime Bowling have ads?

SpareTime Bowling shows ads; LaneTrax does not.

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