Comparison

PKL™ vs Pickleballtv

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

Head to head
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/

About

Pickleballtv

Stream live and on-demand pickleball matches from professional tournaments. Access instructional videos, lifestyle programming, and in-depth analysis. Enjoy multi-court viewing and DVR features for an immersive experience.

Highlights
  • Live streaming of professional pickleball matches
  • On-demand match replays
  • Instructional videos and expert analysis
  • Multi-court viewing up to 6 courts
  • DVR functionality (pause, rewind, replay)
  • Exclusive lifestyle programming
Currently charting
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Pickleballtv is your gateway to the fastest-growing sport in America—pickleball! Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, Pickleballtv delivers unparalleled access to top-tier pickleball action, all day, every day. With Pickleballtv, you can stream over 3,000 hours of live matches from 32 Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) and Major League Pickleball (MLP) tournaments throughout the year. Watch the sport’s biggest stars—like Ben Johns, Anna Leigh Waters, and Tyson McGuffin—compete in real-time, or catch up with full match replays on-demand. With up to 6 courts streaming live per event, you won’t miss a single point. In addition to live and on-demand matches, Pickleballtv offers first-class instruction, exclusive lifestyle programming, and a studio show providing in-depth analysis of the latest pickleball news and trends. Whether you’re looking for instructional videos to improve your game or want to dive into the world of pickleball culture, Pickleballtv has it all. Key Features: • Live Streaming & Replays: Access over 3,000 hours of live pickleball coverage and watch every match on-demand. • Exclusive Content: Get the best instructional videos, celebrity competitions, and lifestyle programming. • Pause, rewind, and replay every exciting moment in HD. • Free Channel Access: Stream Pickleballtv's FAST channel with free content, including selected matches and original shows. • Subscription Plans: Enjoy full access to Pickleballtv for only $5.99/month or $59.99/year. Plus, start with a 30-day free trial to explore all the premium features. Whether you’re watching at home or on the go, Pickleballtv keeps you connected to the action. Subscribe now and experience non-stop pickleball with a 30-day free trial. Download the app today and never miss a moment from your favorite sport! Privacy Policy: https://sbgi.net/privacy-policy/ Terms: https://sbgi.net/terms-conditions/ Subscriber Agreement: https://pickleballtv.com/subscriber-agreement/

Screenshots

PKL™4 screens
Pickleballtv4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PKL™ at 100% against Pickleballtv's 29%. PKL™ also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.9) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 16 months). Pickleballtv's advantage is ratings volume (73 vs 7) and chart position (#191 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. PKL™ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Pickleballtv sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 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 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pickleballtv has 73 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of PKL™'s written reviews are positive against 29% of Pickleballtv's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PKL™ ships an update every 2 weeks, Pickleballtv every 16 months. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
PKL™ versus Pickleballtv: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPKL™Pickleballtv
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (7 ratings) — better2.9 (73 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better28.9% of reviews
Number of ratings773 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 16 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#191 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS14.0.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPKL.co LLCPickleball Media, LLC

Customer experience

PKL™

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

Pickleballtv

All ratings50 ratings
Positive48.0%
Neutral12.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive28.9%
Neutral17.8%
Negative53.3%

Bugs and requests

PKL™

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Pickleballtv

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Minimizing window causes issues
  • Difficulty finding specific matches

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add Apple TV support
  • Implement playback speed controls
  • Add offline viewing for past matches
  • Improve iPad experience with landscape mode

In-app purchases

3 purchases

PKL™

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

Pickleballtv

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription1 Month trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is PKL™ free?
PKL™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pickleballtv free?
Pickleballtv is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PKL™ or Pickleballtv?
PKL™ is rated higher. PKL™ averages 5.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Pickleballtv averages 2.9 from 73 ratings.
Do PKL™ or Pickleballtv have ads?
Both PKL™ and Pickleballtv show ads.
Which is updated more often, PKL™ or Pickleballtv?
PKL™ ships an update every 2 weeks, and Pickleballtv every 16 months. Most recently, PKL™ was updated on November 4, 2026 and Pickleballtv on November 4, 2026.

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