Comparison

CHSN vs Golf Center Des Plaines

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

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About

CHSN

Access live games, highlights, and real-time stats for Chicago's major sports teams. Enjoy 24/7 multisport programming and in-depth coverage of local sports news and shows. Stay connected to your favorite Chicago teams anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • Live game streaming
  • Game highlights
  • Real-time stats
  • Team updates
  • Multisport programming
  • Chicago sports shows
Features
Currently charting
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Welcome to the CHSN App – the official app of the Chicago Sports Network. With more than 300 live Blackhawks, Bulls, and White Sox games annually, first-class pre- and-post game coverage, and 24/7 multisport programming, we are taking your Chicago sports fandom to the next level. Chicago Sports Network is the official home of the Blackhawks, Bulls, and White Sox, and the CHSN App is built by Chicago sports fans - for Chicago sports fans. The CHSN App is the best place to watch live games, the best highlights, and stay informed with real-time stats and team updates, ensuring you’re always in the loop. The App also offers access to CHSN's full slate of Chicago-focused sports programming, including shows about pro football, college football and the network’s cornerstone show, "The Chicago Lead," which highlights all of Chicago sports. Whether you’re on-the-go or watching from home, CHSN brings the love of the game right to your fingertips. Download now and never miss a moment of the action. Log in for free and subscribe to an annual or monthly plan. This app offers monthly and annual auto-renewable subscriptions. You may cancel your subscription in your phone settings at any time. Monthly & Annual subscriptions are available. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use: https://chsn.com/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://chsn.com/privacy-policy CHSN content can also be viewed in retail locations and various venues throughout the US.

About

Golf Center Des Plaines

This premier practice facility offers a year-round golf experience for all skill levels. Enjoy a heated driving range with automatic ball tees, a dedicated short-game area, and a lighted 9-hole par-3 course open late.

Highlights
  • Heated driving range with automatic tee system
  • Covered, three-tiered hitting bays with individual heaters
  • Short-game area for chipping and putting
  • Lighted 9-hole par-3 course open until midnight
  • 9 grass practice tees
  • Adjustable tee heights
Features
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Nestled on nearly 40 acres, Golf Center Des Plaines is Chicagoland's premier practice facility. Open year round and accommodating all ages and skill levels, it's always golf season at Golf Center Des Plaines. Year in and Year out Golf Center Des Plaines is ranked in the top 50 golf ranges in America. HEATED DRIVING RANGE with three tiers where each ball pops up on the tee automatically. - 80 automatic and adjustable (up to 2") teeing system - No bending down to place a ball on the tee and helps keep your stance in place for consistency - Covered three-tiered with individual heaters that you control - Fully lit and over 300 yards in length - Special discount days (Check website for current specials) SHORT-GAME AREA where you can practice chipping and putting all day (daily fee gives you in-and-out privileges during open hours). - 1-1/2 acres well maintained practice area - Practice bunker and chip shots from up to 60 yards away - 2 large putting greens with multiple sand bunkers - Low daily fee - Golf at lunch and come back after work for the same fee LIGHTED 9-HOLE PAR-3 COURSE open until midnight in season. - Fully lighted - no glow in the dark balls needed! - Holes range from 80-210 yards - Great for after work or late night round - Bent grass tees with large, undulating greens - Mature trees and sculpted berms give individual holes a private feel - Fun for novice players yet challenging for low-handicappers - Golf until midnight in the summer under the lights 9 GRASS PRACTICE TEES on the 300-yard range. - For the on-course look and feel, try one of our 9 bent grass tee hitting stations. - You have your choice of either small bucket (55 balls) or a large bucket (85 balls).

Screenshots

CHSN4 screens
Golf Center Des Plaines3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CHSN at 4.3 against Golf Center Des Plaines's 3.7. CHSN also leads on ratings volume (3.9K vs 3) and chart position (#18 vs unranked). Golf Center Des Plaines's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. CHSN sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Golf Center Des Plaines asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CHSN holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CHSN has 3.9K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CHSN ships an update fortnightly, Golf Center Des Plaines every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
CHSN versus Golf Center Des Plaines: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCHSNGolf Center Des Plaines
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3.9K ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews26.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings3.9K — better3
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
Best chart rank#18 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size281 MB36 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperChicago Sports Broadcasting LLCDes Plaines Park District

Customer experience

CHSN

All ratings3,654 ratings
Positive83.1%
Neutral3.8%
Negative13.1%
Written reviews448 reviews
Positive26.8%
Neutral7.1%
Negative66.1%

Golf Center Des Plaines

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

CHSN

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Video freezes and needs refreshing
  • Incorrect location detection
  • Live TV not working in some areas

Requested features

3 requests
  • On-demand game replays
  • Downloadable app for smart TVs
  • Multi-device login support

Golf Center Des Plaines

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

CHSN

Subscriptions5
  • White Sox Monthly Team Pass$19.991 Month
  • Bulls Monthly Team Pass$19.991 Month
  • Blackhawks Monthly Team Pass$19.991 Month
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  • All 3 teams - Monthly$29.991 Month
  • Annual Plan$349.991 Year
None

Golf Center Des Plaines

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CHSN free?
CHSN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Golf Center Des Plaines free?
Golf Center Des Plaines is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CHSN or Golf Center Des Plaines?
CHSN is rated higher. CHSN averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3.9K ratings, while Golf Center Des Plaines averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do CHSN or Golf Center Des Plaines have ads?
CHSN shows ads; Golf Center Des Plaines does not.
Which is updated more often, CHSN or Golf Center Des Plaines?
CHSN ships an update fortnightly, and Golf Center Des Plaines every 4 days. Most recently, CHSN was updated on November 4, 2026 and Golf Center Des Plaines on October 30, 2026.

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