Comparison

Rules Caddie vs Golf Official

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

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About

Rules Caddie

Instantly get accurate golf rulings in plain language, spoken or typed. This app provides verified answers directly from the official USGA and R&A Rules of Golf, citing exact rule numbers and text. Browse the full rulebook and revisit your ruling history.

Highlights
  • Instant golf rulings via voice or text
  • Verified answers from USGA/R&A rules
  • Exact rule number and text citations
  • Browse full searchable rulebook
  • Voice-activated hands-free operation
  • Settle on-course disputes quickly
  • Save and revisit ruling history
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Rules Caddie is a rules official in your pocket. Ask any golf rules question in plain language — by typing or by voice — and get an instant, accurate ruling backed by the actual USGA and R&A Rules of Golf. Every answer cites the exact rule number and quotes the official text verbatim. No guessing. No hallucinations. Just the ruling. SETTLE DISPUTES INSTANTLY Stop arguing on the cart path. Describe what happened and get a clear verdict: free relief, play it as it lies, or penalty stroke. Rules Caddie reads the real rulebook — not a summarized version — and gives you the call. VOICE ACTIVATED On the course with a glove on? Just tap and talk. Rules Caddie hears your question and responds instantly, hands-free. GROUNDED IN THE REAL RULES Most AI assistants make up answers. Rules Caddie is different — every citation is verified against the official USGA and R&A rulebook before you see it. If the quote isn't in the rules, it doesn't appear. BROWSE THE FULL RULEBOOK All 24 rules of golf, searchable and cross-referenced. Tap into the complete rulebook anytime — even without a specific question. YOUR RULING HISTORY Every question you've asked is saved. Revisit past rulings and build your knowledge of the rules over time. BUILT FOR GOLFERS Whether you play casually or competitively, knowing the rules gives you an edge. Rules Caddie is the fastest way to get the right answer — before the group behind you catches up. Free to try. Unlimited rulings with a subscription. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Golf Official

Get instant, accurate rulings on any golf situation with this AI-powered assistant. Simply speak or type your question to receive clear, plain-English answers based on the official Rules of Golf, eliminating the need for a physical rulebook.

Highlights
  • AI-powered rulings
  • Voice and text input
  • Plain-English explanations
  • Covers common and specific situations
  • Saves ruling history
  • Based on official USGA/R&A rules
Features
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Golf Official is your pocket rules authority - an AI-powered assistant that delivers fast, accurate rulings on any situation you encounter on the course. Whether your ball lands in a penalty area, you are unsure about casual water relief, or your opponent's putt deflects off yours on the green, Golf Official gives you a clear, confident ruling in seconds. HOW IT WORKS Tap the golf ball and ask your question by voice, or type it out. Golf Official consults the official Rules of Golf and responds with a plain-English ruling - no rulebook required. KEY FEATURES Voice Input - Tap the ball and speak your question naturally. Golf Official listens and responds instantly. Common Questions - Browse pre-loaded rulings for the most frequent on-course situations: lost ball, unplayable lies, casual water, out of bounds, penalty areas, and more. History - Every ruling is saved so you can reference it again during your round or share it with your playing partners. U.S. Rules - Rulings are based on the official USGA / R&A Rules of Golf. Live AI - Powered by real AI, not a static FAQ. Ask any question, however specific, and get a ruling tailored to your situation. BUILT FOR THE COURSE Golf Official is designed to be fast. No menus to dig through, no accounts to create. Open the app, ask your question, get your ruling. Simple as that. Perfect for casual rounds, club competitions, and anyone who wants to play by the rules without carrying a rulebook in their bag. COMMON SITUATIONS COVERED - Ball in casual water or a puddle - Unplayable ball in bushes or rough - Lost ball - time limits and stroke-and-distance - Ball out of bounds - Red and yellow penalty areas - Ball moved at address - Loose impediments on the green - Embedded ball - Abnormal course conditions - And any other situation you can describe Download Golf Official and never argue over a ruling again.

Screenshots

Rules Caddie4 screens
Golf Official3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Golf Official at none against Rules Caddie's 1. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Rules Caddie sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Golf Official asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Rules Caddie against 5.0 for Golf Official. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Rules Caddie versus Golf Official: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRules CaddieGolf Official
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyDaily—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.114.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperANDREW JORDAN LEVANSean Richards

Customer experience

Rules Caddie

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Golf Official

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Rules Caddie

Subscriptions1
  • Rules Caddie Pro$4.991 Month
None

Golf Official

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rules Caddie free?
Rules Caddie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Golf Official free?
Golf Official is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Rules Caddie or Golf Official?
Rules Caddie and Golf Official are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Rules Caddie or Golf Official have ads?
Neither Rules Caddie nor Golf Official shows ads.

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