Comparison

PuttArc vs ProSide

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

Head to head
About

PuttArc

Features
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Turn your iPhone into your AR putting coach. Read greens offline, see slopes clearly, and find better putting lines. PuttArc uses your iPhone's LiDAR sensor, AR, and AI vision technology to scan the green in real time, automatically detect the ball and hole, and overlay a suggested putting line directly onto the real green. All analysis runs entirely on-device. No internet is required, so PuttArc works even when there's no signal on the course—whether you're practicing on the putting green or using it during casual play. Key Features AR Putting Line Generate a suggested putting path based on real-time terrain data and view it directly on the green. See the aim direction, lateral break, and full putt path clearly in AR. Real-Time Terrain Heatmap Visualize subtle slopes and elevation changes with a color-coded heatmap overlaid on the real green. Adjustable sensitivity helps you inspect terrain changes in more detail. Automatic Ball and Hole Detection AI automatically detects the positions of the ball and hole as you scan the green. Manual marking is also supported for added flexibility. Complete Green Reading Data Get detailed read data including uphill/downhill slope, side slope, lateral break, aim point offset, and effective putting distance adjusted for slope. Green Reading Practice Mode Make your own read first, then compare it with LiDAR-based analysis. A five-dimensional scoring system tracks your progress across distance, effective distance, front/back slope, side slope, and aim point judgment, with trend charts and radar analysis. Record and Share Record AR putting analysis videos with projected lines and heatmaps, then share them with friends or on social media. You can also generate scorecard-style practice snapshots to show your green-reading performance. Green Speed Calibration Set the green speed (Stimp 6–14) to match real course conditions, so line and break calculations better reflect actual putting speed. Supports 22 Languages English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Turkish, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Malay, Hindi, and Filipino. Why PuttArc • Fully offline — works even when there's no signal on the course • AR overlays directly on the real green, not just a flat diagram • Real-time LiDAR scanning makes slopes and contours easier to understand • Built for both practice and on-course use, helping you improve your green reading over time Requirements • A LiDAR-equipped iPhone (iPhone 12 Pro and later Pro / Pro Max models) • iOS 16.0 or later Important PuttArc is a practice and training tool. Under USGA / R&A rules, the use of electronic devices for stroke assistance is not permitted during official golf competitions. Terms of Use: https://puttarc.tensoroid.ai/agreements/terms_en.html Privacy Policy: https://puttarc.tensoroid.ai/agreements/privacy_en.html

About

ProSide

This app uses your iPhone Pro's LiDAR scanner to map golf greens, calculate ball break, and provide an aim point. It offers multiple viewing modes and a coaching feature to help you analyze and improve your putting accuracy.

Highlights
  • LiDAR green scanning
  • AR break and aim point overlay
  • 2D contour maps
  • 3D green models
  • Coaching mode
  • Accuracy tracking
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Read greens like a tour caddie. ProSide uses your iPhone Pro's LiDAR scanner to map any green, calculate the break, and show you exactly where to aim. Stop guessing. Start making putts. HOW IT WORKS Scan the green. Point your iPhone Pro at the green around your ball and the hole. LiDAR captures slope and elevation in seconds. See the break. ProSide turns the scan into a smooth elevation model and works out how the ball will roll. You get the predicted path, the slope direction, and a clear aim point. Pick your view. Read the green in live AR right where you're standing, or switch to a 2D contour map or a full 3D surface model. Same accurate read, three ways to look at it. Practice and improve. Make your own read first, then compare it to what ProSide calculated. Over time you'll see whether you struggle with downhill putts, sidehill putts, or longer distances — and you can practice exactly where you need to. WHY PROSIDE Built around LiDAR. ProSide was designed from day one for the LiDAR scanner in iPhone Pro and Pro Max. The result is precise, repeatable reads — scan the same putt twice and you get the same answer. No extra hardware. No ball markers, no sensors, nothing to charge or lose. Just your phone. A practice tool, not a tournament aid. ProSide is built for the practice green and training sessions. Always check the rules for your course, league, or tournament before using any electronic aid during a competitive round. REFERRAL PROGRAM Share your unique code from the in-app partner dashboard. Friends get $10 off the annual plan. You earn $10 for every friend who subscribes. FEATURES - LiDAR green scanning - Live AR break and aim point overlay - 2D contour maps with slope indicators - Interactive 3D green models - Coaching mode that compares your read to the calculated break - Accuracy tracking by distance, slope, and break type - Scan history and progress insights DEVICE REQUIREMENTS ProSide needs the LiDAR scanner found only on iPhone Pro and Pro Max: - iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max - iPhone 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max - iPhone 14 Pro / 14 Pro Max - iPhone 15 Pro / 15 Pro Max - iPhone 16 Pro / 16 Pro Max - iPhone 17 Pro / 17 Pro Max Standard (non-Pro) iPhone models don't have LiDAR and aren't supported, unfortunately. SUPPORT Questions or feedback? https://contact.prosideapp.com/ — we read every message. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.prosideapp.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

PuttArc4 screens
ProSide4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PuttArc at 16.0 against ProSide's 18.0. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PuttArc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and ProSide sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
PuttArc versus ProSide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPuttArcProSide
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Tensoroid Technology co., LtdDavis Chappins

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PuttArc

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium14 Days trial$69.991 Year
5 purchases

ProSide

Subscriptions3
  • ProSide Tour7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • ProSide Tour7 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • ProSide Tour Partner1 Year trial$69.991 Year
One-time2
  • 10 Scans$6.99
  • 30 Scans$14.99

Questions

Is PuttArc free?
PuttArc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ProSide free?
ProSide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PuttArc or ProSide have ads?
Neither PuttArc nor ProSide shows ads.

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