The Open vs Solheim Cup
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Open
Experience live coverage of golf's original Championship, including feature groups, range sessions, and unique par-3 channel footage. Stay updated with real-time scores, tee times, news, and highlights. Access year-round content like films, documentaries, coaching videos, and podcasts.
- Live championship coverage
- Feature group coverage
- Live at the Range
- Up-to-date scoring and tee times
- Live blog
- News, video highlights, and features
- Films, documentaries, and podcasts
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Download the enhanced Open App to enjoy unrivalled coverage from Royal Birkdale. Whether you’ll be part of the captivated crowd or watching every shot from afar, we’ve got you covered. Here are some of the features that are just a tap away: • Free live streams, including Featured Groups • A new interactive Open fantasy game • Our most in-depth course guide to date • A leaderboard that you can add to your lock screen • See live ball positions and routes to the hole for every player • Daily weather updates • Stats Centre
Solheim Cup
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Your essential Solheim Cup companion Everything you need for an unforgettable Solheim Cup experience - from schedules and tickets to transport and the latest event information. Make the most of your Solheim Cup experience with the official event app. Find everything you need in one place, from match schedules and timings to your tickets, travel information and essential event updates. Whether you are planning your visit or already at the event, the Solheim Cup app helps you stay informed and enjoy every moment. Key features include: - View the full match schedule and event timings - Access and manage your tickets in the app - Find transport information to help you travel to and from the event - Get essential venue and visitor information - Stay up to date with the latest Solheim Cup news and updates Download the Solheim Cup app and get ready for an unforgettable celebration of women’s golf at Bernardus Golf, the Netherlands, from 07-13 September. Some features and content may become available closer to the event.
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Verdict
The Open and Solheim Cup are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | The Open | Solheim Cup |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (4.9K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 28.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4.9K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.5 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 79 MB | 108 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | The R&A | Nederlandse Golf Federatie |
Bugs and requests
The Open
Reported bugs
4 issues- Leaderboard scores not updating properly
- Favorites list keeps getting reset
- Login/sign-up process not working
- App crashing on launch or during use
Requested features
5 requests- Player bios and stats
- Ability to sort leaderboard
- Live shot tracking
- Improved video streaming quality
- Easier navigation and UI
Solheim Cup
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
The Open
No in-app purchases
Solheim Cup
No in-app purchases
