# RipReader vs Run It Disc Golf

The clearest difference is rating: Run It Disc Golf at 5.0 against RipReader's 4.5. Run It Disc Golf also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 65%) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.6). RipReader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (73 vs 5). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RipReader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Run It Disc Golf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Run It Disc Golf holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RipReader has 73 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of RipReader's written reviews are positive against 100% of Run It Disc Golf's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | RipReader | Run It Disc Golf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (73 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ripreader-disc-golf-radar-gun/id6760834017/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-it-disc-golf/id6761349763/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **73** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 65.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 163 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sarulian LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886450819) | [Kevin Christian](https://appshunter.io/developer/1889061647) |

## What reviewers say

### RipReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ripreader-disc-golf-radar-gun/id6760834017)

Measure disc golf throw speed, spin, and distance using your phone's camera. Automatically detects forehand and backhand throws, providing slow-motion playback with metrics. Track progress and compare disc performance.

**Highlights:** Phone camera radar gun, Automatic throw detection, Velocity and spin measurement, GPS distance tracking, Slow-motion playback, Disc bag builder, Performance analytics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RipReader Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| RipReader Pro Annual | $24.99 | per year |
| RipReader Premium Annual | $99.99 | per year |


### Run It Disc Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-it-disc-golf/id6761349763)

This app helps competitive disc golfers make smarter decisions during tournaments. Analyze your performance to identify areas for improvement, strategize for each hole, and track your progress over time. Build a game plan before your round and stay aligned with your strategy during play.

**Highlights:** Performance analysis, Stroke loss identification, Strategic hole planning, Division comparison, Performance pattern tracking, Pre-round game plan building, In-round decision support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Run It Pro Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Run It Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RipReader free?

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

### Is Run It Disc Golf free?

Run It Disc Golf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, RipReader or Run It Disc Golf?

Run It Disc Golf is rated higher. RipReader averages 4.5 out of 5 from 73 ratings, while Run It Disc Golf averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do RipReader or Run It Disc Golf have ads?

Run It Disc Golf shows ads; RipReader does not.

### Which is updated more often, RipReader or Run It Disc Golf?

RipReader ships an update weekly, and Run It Disc Golf weekly. Most recently, RipReader was updated on October 31, 2026 and Run It Disc Golf on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*