# Arccos Golf vs GolfPass

The clearest difference is ads: Arccos Golf at none against GolfPass's shown. Arccos Golf also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and ratings volume (33K vs 5.5K). GolfPass's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Arccos Golf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $199.99 per year and GolfPass sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GolfPass holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Arccos Golf has 33K ratings behind it against 5.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of Arccos Golf's written reviews are positive against 46% of GolfPass's.

Arccos Golf ships an update every 2 weeks, GolfPass monthly. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Arccos Golf | GolfPass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arccos-golf/id841396631/reviews) | **[4.8 (5.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfpass/id1448493740/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **33K** | 5.5K |
| Positive reviews | 40.8% of reviews | **45.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 378 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Arccos Golf LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/841396634) | [GolfNow.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/411930501) |

## 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


### GolfPass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfpass/id1448493740)

Access exclusive golf content, including original series, lessons from champions, and Golf Channel programs. Watch on your mobile device or connected TV, anytime, anywhere. Improve your game with thousands of on-demand tips and insights from top professionals.

**Highlights:** Exclusive GolfPass Originals, Golf Channel Programs, On-demand Golf Tips & Lessons, Instruction from Champion Golfers, Streaming Access Anywhere, Live Tournament Updates

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GolfPass Video | $4.99 | per month |
| GolfPass Video Trial | $4.99 | per month |
| GolfPass Video | $49.99 | per year |
| GolfPass+ | $119.00 | per year |
| GolfPass VIP | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Worth every dollar
- 👍 Always on Point
- 👍 Love all these tips
- 👍 Excellent instruction videos
- 👍 Excellent and short tutorial videos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Horrible App
- 🚫 Customer Support Disappoints
- 🚫 Great content; horrible app!
- 🚫 Advertising is false
- 🚫 Can't sign in to app

**Reported bugs**

- Playlist order issues
- Freezing/crashing when playing videos
- Login issues, requiring repeated logins
- Inability to access tee time credits
- Incompatibility with iOS 16

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and favorite videos
- Playlist order and continue watching
- Landscape mode for iPad
- Ability to cast to TV
- Ability to track watched videos


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Arccos Golf free?

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

### Is GolfPass free?

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

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

GolfPass is rated higher. Arccos Golf averages 4.6 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while GolfPass averages 4.8 from 5.5K ratings.

### Do Arccos Golf or GolfPass have ads?

GolfPass shows ads; Arccos Golf does not.

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

Arccos Golf ships an update every 2 weeks, and GolfPass monthly. Most recently, Arccos Golf was updated on October 21, 2026 and GolfPass on October 21, 2026.

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