# Arccos Golf vs PhiGolf

The clearest difference is rating: Arccos Golf at 4.6 against PhiGolf's 2.6. Arccos Golf also leads on ratings volume (33K vs 243) and review sentiment (40% vs 24%). PhiGolf's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Arccos Golf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $199.99 per year and PhiGolf sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.90 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Arccos Golf holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Arccos Golf has 33K ratings behind it against 243, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Arccos Golf's written reviews are positive against 24% of PhiGolf's.

Arccos Golf ships an update every 2 weeks, PhiGolf weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Arccos Golf | PhiGolf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arccos-golf/id841396631/reviews)** | [2.6 (243 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phigolf/id1265704186/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **33K** | 243 |
| Positive reviews | **39.6% of reviews** | 23.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 311 MB | 440 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Arccos Golf LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/841396634) | [Phiplayworks](https://appshunter.io/developer/384423983) |

## What reviewers say

### Arccos Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arccos-golf/id841396631)

This AI-powered golf app automatically tracks your shots and provides smart rangefinding. It analyzes your game to offer personalized strategies and detailed green maps, helping you improve your performance and lower your scores.

**Highlights:** AI-powered automatic shot tracking, Smart laser rangefinder with weather data, AI strategy for club and target recommendations, LiDAR-mapped green maps, Strokes Gained Analytics, Real club distance tracking

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI Strategy | $199.99 | per year |
| Arccos 1-year Subscription | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful data and analytics
- 🚀 Accurate club distance tracking
- 💡 Useful caddie feature
- 👍 Great customer support
- 👍 Insightful for improving game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent shot detection
- 🔋 High battery drain
- 👎 Difficult user interface
- 🐛 Syncing issues with Apple Watch
- 👎 Expensive subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes during rounds
- Incorrect hole and shot tracking
- Unreliable sensor connectivity

**Requested features**

- Ability to view round stats on mobile app
- Better course mapping and layout visualization
- Improved handling of penalties and missed shots
- Integration with other golf apps and platforms


### PhiGolf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phigolf/id1265704186)

This app transforms your home or office into an indoor golf simulator. It uses a sensor to analyze your swing and allows you to play 18-hole courses with friends and family. Improve your game with detailed swing analysis and putting data.

**Highlights:** Indoor golf simulator with sensor, 3D swing analysis, Putting detail graphics and data, Play on 18-hole courses, Up to 4 players, Practice mode with swing histories

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30 Days Watch Subscription | $0.90 | per month |
| 30 Days WGT Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| 30 Days HD Map Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| 30 Days WTE Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| CaddyTrack 1 month | $4.99 | per month |
| 365 Days Watch Subscription | $9.90 | per year |
| E6CONNECT 30day Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| 12 Month WTE Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| CaddyTrack AI 12 month | $49.90 | per year |
| E6CONNECT 1-year Subscription | $94.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great value
- 👍 Fun and addictive
- 🎮 Realistic swing simulation
- 🤝 Enjoyable multiplayer
- 🏆 Helpful for improving swing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent swing detection
- 🕹️ Inaccurate putting and short game
- 🔌 Connectivity and server issues
- 🤯 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 📱 Compatibility problems on some devices

**Reported bugs**

- App won't load or get past loading screen
- Subscription issues and loss of access
- Inability to play online matches or tournaments
- Sensor/hardware issues and battery problems

**Requested features**

- Left-handed orientation
- Microphone for online play
- Option to turn off menu music
- More realistic course graphics
- Mini-golf/putt-putt game mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Arccos Golf free?

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

### Is PhiGolf free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Arccos Golf or PhiGolf?

Arccos Golf is rated higher. Arccos Golf averages 4.6 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while PhiGolf averages 2.6 from 243 ratings.

### Do Arccos Golf or PhiGolf have ads?

Neither Arccos Golf nor PhiGolf shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Arccos Golf or PhiGolf?

Arccos Golf ships an update every 2 weeks, and PhiGolf weekly. Most recently, Arccos Golf was updated on September 28, 2026 and PhiGolf on September 27, 2026.

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