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SwingU: Golf GPS Range Finder Positive Reviews

Good Phone App, Horrible Watch AppThe phone version of the SwingU app is pretty good. It tracks your handicap, it has an intuitive interface to input scores, and is pretty accurate on distances on the course. The club tracking is nice and the stat tracking is really informative on how you have played over several rounds too. However, my issue with the app is mainly through the Apple Watch version. I’ve played 90 rounds with this app and the watch version FREEZES EVERY SINGLE TIME. I’ve even tried keeping my phone in my pocket while playing too, which is not very comfortable, and it still freezes. Restarting the app when this happens sometimes fixes the issue, but not for long. I even went out and bought the cellular version of the Apple Watch recently because I thought that it might help. No luck. It is very frustrating because I enjoy the phone app itself and get use out of many of the features. I just wish I could use the watch version more on the course and didn’t have to go to my phone after leaving every green to input my scores. If the developers could figure out how to solve the Apple Watch bugs, this would be a perfect golf app. But for now 3/5..CCrunkVersion: 7.2.9

Quit working on my Apple WatchI really liked the app and all the funtionality. The overhead satellite shots and distance calculation seems to be second to none. It had a really great interface with my watch, and gave me front middle and back of green distance. Also incredibly easy to enter in scores and know where you are in the round. Recently I found that a local course did not match up with my scorecard. I went on the website to edit the golf course, and they did have the correct information on their website. However, in my app the back nine was incorrect for nearly every hole. Their support got back to me quickly, but something is not right between the scorecard on my app and what they show on the website. For the last three weeks, I have not been able to use my Apple Watch with the app. I work for a company that uses Apple exclusively, and I’m all up-to-date with the latest technology. I’ve gone online and spent half an hour going through mediocre instructions on how to set up the watch. It is all to no avail. It’s very frustrating having to pull out your phone all the time and not be able to use your watch. I am going to try GolfLogix. If the watch functionality works, it has five stars. Without the watch, three stars at best. To be clear, I used this for a year and a half with no problems, then all of a sudden around the beginning of June my watch no longer worked with the app..Ec jbVersion: 7.0.28

Great and easy to use FREE versionHave been using this app all summer. Works great and has detailed course layouts. Have found that the distances are pretty accurate for hazards and lies. Was able to find all of my local Northern Nevada courses. Calculated my handicap after three full rounds and has adjusted it as I’ve entered info. The ONLY issue I have, is that there are a few courses in Tahoe that have a smaller par (66, 68). Playing those didn’t recognize the par score there being smaller instead of the standard 72. So shooting a 78 on a par 66 calculated it in relation to a 72 and drastically lowered my handicap. I had to exclude it from my calculation, which surprisingly was possible through the app. Just wish it would recognize those scores for what they were rather than in relation to 72. But otherwise an amazing app that I use every time I go out. The paid version would allow for better distance calculations, such as “plays like” and “club recommendations”. But for me the free version has been fantastic. Having the accurate course layouts has taken some real strokes off my game. I’m so close to breaking 80..Taylormade DadVersion: 7.6.7

Great Apple Watch integration - free version is amazing!I did some research, visited online forums and was seeking the best free golf GPS app that would integrate with my Apple Watch. Swing U nails all my requirements and the free version does everything I need and more without hooks or limitations. I live on a golf course so have had the opportunity to double check distances for accuracy etc and this app is dialed. Most importantly the interface is clean, uncluttered and uncomplicated which makes it a dream to use and doesn’t slow me down. For example, it is super easy to input your score on each hole on my watch. The options how up with total score and # of puts with placeholder on par/regulation. Just tap a different number on each and then slightly scroll up on watch (prevents accidentally hitting save…whoever at Swing U figured that out should be promoted) and hit save. I go into detail because the interface is so easy and streamlined it DOES NOT SLOW ME DOWN. KUDOs. I think I will get the pro version upgrade for the sole reasons of getting “plays like” distances and more importantly the visual reads of how the green plays..PodeschiVersion: 8.5.3

Excellent free app and even more excellent customer service!I think this is the first app I’ve ever reviewed in probably 12 years of owning an IPhone. This app is so good it’s hard to believe it’s free. On top of that and what prompted me to right a review, the little 9 hole course I play has two holes on the back 9 that change par due to tee box position, so if you wanted to use this app to keep score, duplicating the front nine will make it appear you bogeyed a hole on the back 9 even though you hit a par on it. (I realize the score is going to be the same but it was bugging me) I emailed SwingU support about this to ask if there was a way to change the par number on the back 9. They responded very quickly and told if I’d send a picture of one of our scorecards, they would update their database. I sent them a picture of a scorecard this morning while out on the course, just looked at it a few minutes ago, and they have already updated my course in the app where I have an accurate front and back 9. Same day, fantastic customer service. Highly recommend SwingU!!!!.867530niieeeiiinnneeVersion: 7.6.5

Missing one featureI have used this app for a full year and have recommended it to all my buddies. It is a great app! I would rate this app with 5 stars except I think it needs one feature added. I would like to be able to manually enter club distances. I sometimes forget to tag a club or I fail to finish the distance until I move to the next shot. I often know the distance, but just don't get it entered. Being able to manually enter my distances would ensure that I get more accurate club data. Please add this feature. Additionally, the Apple Watch version needs some work. For instance, the app automatically goes to the scoring screen when near the green. However, if you leave that screen, to finish tracking a shot for example, there's no way to go back to the scoring screen. Also, there is no way to delete a tracked shot if you shank one and decide not to track it. If you have already entered the club, you have to delete it from your phone. In fact, I still have to keep my phone within easy reach, because the phone app version is so much more user friendly. I could not accurately score a round with just the watch. I would also like to see the Apple Watch version use its own GPS and not the phone’s. I think this would improve the speed of the app since it’s slower than other apps I have tried. One more thing. It would be nice if the Apple Watch version would automatically track a golf workout in the Workout app Please upgrade. Thanks..DcfireVersion: 5.0.39

Best pandemic FeatureThe app never worked well with my 1st generation Apple Watch. That Apple Watch was way to slow to respond to the data. Well, that watch fell apart on my arm playing golf. The face and the back fell off. I got my money’s worth out of it. That day, I picked up a new Apple Watch before going home. I had not tried the app on the new watch until yesterday. I was pleased with how it worked. However, I use it to just track my shots. I have a laser range finder and use to often. The Apple Watch feature is perfect for keeping up with my health date on the course. Steps showed how much I walked even when using the golf cart. During the wet winter conditions, I love being able to track my steps and other data. I like the share feature too. New 6th Apple Watch makes this app a must use! Even with a high dollar range finder. Sticking my iPhone in my back pocket is easier hauling that significantly heavier range finder. If Verizon didn’t charge a premium for data on an Apple Watch I’d sell my range finder..John the “Weatherman”Version: 7.3.0

Support team responds fast and is helpful!This app has been exactly what I was looking for. A simple gps I can use on my Apple Watch while out on the course. The yardage has been accurate when checked against my rangefinder within +/- 3 yards every time I checked. Being able to select what club I just hit and track my shot is great for learning how far I actually hit each club out on the course. I haven’t paid much attention to the suggested club yet but once I get more shots saved on each club I’m sure that function will be handy. After one of the updates the app dropped off of my Apple Watch so I contacted the support team. Messaged back and forth several times and they reached out to the development team. Within a week of reaching out to them they had another update sent to the App Store and I now have the app back on my watch! My experience with their support team (Christi) was top notch..Mcwhite11Version: 7.0.25

FrustratingThe free functions are great if not a little buggy. The bird’s eye view allows you to see yardage from the tee and any point you choose on the hole. When on the course it will tell you yardage from where ever you are to the flag. There are a lot of courses too. All courses in my area, including a small municipal course, are on the app. The frustration is with the paid features. It’s supposed to let you track shot yardage. You select the club you are swinging then tell the app you are starting of the shot. Once you swing, you walk to the ball then end your shot to record yardage. This option is very buggy. Sometimes it doesn’t start recording the swing. Other times it doesn’t end the swing. At times yardage from a second shot seems to record back to the tee giving crazy yardage— I’m know I cannot hit my 4 iron 300 yards. The score keeping feature has bugs as well. Keep a paper score as backup if you care about tracking your rounds. This could be a great app but there a lot of issues with bugs making the app for unreliable for anything but yards to the green..JamesParisVersion: 7.0.35

New watch updateNew interface is great but miss being able to swipe right to see the live scoring. It seems to be the only way to check scores in round is on the phone now. I would rather have that than the fitness info that really is inaccurate since it only records “golf walking” distance info even if you are in a cart. Kinda useless but at least it gives you accurate time as to how long your round is. Update - interface is still great but you still can’t see where you are vs your partner via live scoring by swiping right as you used to be able to. You can see on the watch face your +/- par score but not your or your partner shot total. Also had to just turn off the fitness interface feature due to inaccuracy. Update is good but missing these features that were important to me is a bummer. I want to love this but with so many apps out there I feel it might be time to explore something that does it better.HopdaddieVersion: 8.5.0

Awesome AppI have tried most of them and this is the one I have landed on for the past 2 years. I have logged over 130 rounds with it so I believe i have a really good idea what the program can do. The basic app is great for scorecard a d putts per round. You can also measure your shot, but not save data. To unlock the full potential you need to upgrade to Looper. Yes their is an annual fee but if you are serious about tracking where you are going it is far cheaper than one lesson. You can track multiple stats, measure AND SAVE distances with each club in your bag. It also will give you advice on shots based on wind conditions and using average distances charted (be careful and dont use in usga events). I have found yardage’s are spot in although if Verizon is your carrier sometimes a few yards off from time to time but that is Verizon not the program. All in All i have found this to be top of the class in this space !!!.Jimg222Version: 5.0.44

I love my SwingUI have been a Looper for about a year and love my SwingU app. It is even better now that most carts have a USB charger so I don’t have to carry a charger. While others are fumbling with their lasers I have shot the middle of the green, distance to the water and the bunker on the right. I love it. The electronic scoring is a bonus. My only complaint is now that I actually measure my drives with the app I can’t hit my driver as far as I used to. Then came the shocker. I have never won anything in my life. Six weeks ago I got an email from SwingU saying I had won a Scotty Cameron puttering their weekly drawing. I said great all I have to do is pay $499 for shipping and handling right? No, they said, that is free. I chose the one I wanted and one week later it arrived. Amazing. Still can’t believe it. So when they say this week we are giving away a Ping driver they are not kidding. Love you SwingU Thanks Reg Friesen from Ohio.Reg from OhioVersion: 6.0.9

Best golf app on the marketSwingU is hands down the best golf app available. Whether you’re looking for precise distances, detailed green maps, or “plays like” yardages that adjust for elevation, wind, and weather conditions, SwingU has it all covered with incredible accuracy. It’s also the very best stats-tracking app money can buy. Entering scores and shots is super easy—whether during your round on the course or afterward from the comfort of home. The advanced strokes gained analysis, club distance tracking, and performance insights have genuinely helped lower my handicap. The added bonus of personalized instruction—suggested videos, drills, and practice plans tailored to your relative handicap and weaknesses—is a total game-changer. If you’re serious about improving your golf game, download SwingU today. It’s trusted by millions for a reason!.GolfCoachMosesVersion: 8.7.5

Barely ok but functional App on the phone but non functional on iWatchHad this app for a while now on my Apple iPhone and iWatch. Somewhat acceptable phone app like most other similar apps. No must have feature. But don’t know why this app insists that the location tracking setting set to “Always” on iPhone, while most other similar apps don’t require that but function fine when you open and use them. It just ends up draining battery end of 18 holes. I compare it with another app that allows even GPS to be turned off within the app with a simple click. Battery performance of this app on phone is relatively poor. However, worst is on iWatch - Practically useless and non functional on Apple iWatch (no GPS). Always freezes and doesn’t sync up with the game and the phone app even if phone is in trouser pocket and watch on wrist. At moments I need distance the most, it’s annoying to see it has crapped out 🥵.NkodburVersion: 7.6.2

Good GPS, Does Not Work With Apple Watch AloneFirst, the good. I bought the Looper level of the app to use with my Apple Watch Series 4, LTE, and iPhone. The app looks great. On the iPhone, the GPS is accurate and fast. I found the lack of controls (compared to other apps like SkyDroid) to be a small issue but nothing that would prevent me using this app. However... The bad (for me, at least): The app doesn’t advance holes automatically for me. Also, it would not function correctly on my Series 4 Watch. Specifically, it would not stay awake and on my watch screen. I had followed all the instructions the developers gave me yet every time I would look at the watch to see distance to the hole, there was my date and time showing - no SwingxSwing app! I kept having to go to my apps and press on it. And again, wouldn’t advance holes automatically. I don’t use it to keep score, only for GPS distances. That, coupled with the app not working with the watch alone (one of the reasons I like LTE is I don’t need the phone at all times) was the deal breaker for me. I believe this was just my expectations not being in line with what the developers have created. The app is good. Their customer service was fast and professional. I’m just sorry this didn’t mesh for me and I had to cancel my subscription. My only suggestion would be for the devs to make their website better by including some tutorials, and very clearly stating these types of things (like the app only working when the phone is on and nearby). Lots of people don’t want their phones on the golf course..McQ14Version: 6.0.4

Easy to use and Apple Watch compatibleI almost never pay for apps, particularly through yearly subscriptions. But this golf app finds courses for you without any need for downloading, works easily with the Apple Watch, and scoring for you and your foursome is a breeze. The GPS works great too. My only complaint right now is accessing your scores and making score corrections. When I finished 9 of 18 holes, the prompt (if I recall) asked me if I wanted to save my score, which I did. It then assumed I was done and stopped scoring. I then had to get back into the app and get to the 10th hole. All of which is minor, except it would not let me find my playing partner’s front 9 score, let alone correct an entry. Plus finding your scoring history and other golfers scoring history is very difficult. Having said all that, I do like the rest of the functionality and am very happy with this app..CasinopeteVersion: 7.0.29

Best Golf AppI have tried many golf apps and divices over the years, some way overpriced. When I have compared this app with my friends other devices on the golf course the yardages are almost exact and if there is a difference it’s never more than a yard or two. A yard is not going to make a difference to anyone reading this or even a tour pro for that matter. The first few years I used the free version, then I received a discount offer and figured I would give it a try. The yardages do not change however, the extra little bonuses keeping track of your scores, shots and keeping track of your handicap are well worth it. The teaching aids are a nice bonus. I would recommend trying it before overpaying for one of the other devices on the market..Judge E. SmailsVersion: 8.5.2

Recent crashingI’ve used this app for over a year now with about 70+ rounds. I’ve tried others but I prefer this one. It’s easy to put in your scores, move the distance marker around, and zoom around on the hole. However, since this last update, it’s been freezing and crashing. If I have to go back and edit a score.. when I click save it either freezes for like 20 seconds and then jumps back to the map or it will just crash and I have to reopen the app. Luckily when it crashes I can resume where I left off, and most of the time it updates the score I was trying to change, but it’s weird it does this now. Maybe it has something to do with the ads? It never did this before you guys put ads in it. Anyways, this is an accurate, detailed (if you need it to be) well designed golf gps and scorecard app. I recommend it.Dieken22Version: 7.2.1

My favoriteI love this App. It is the only one I use after trying several. The GPS is extremely accurate and the view of course is not bad either. I don’t even use my Garmin GPS now. I have this app with me everywhere I go because I carry my phone everywhere I go. I love that it keeps your score and putts. It only keeps your putt count though not those you add to the scorekeeper. It also allows you to save all of your scores and the courses you play to compare improving or slipping back. The GPS to find the courses nearby is extremely accurate and easy to use. You can even take pics and add them to your app. This app is the best one out there! Also it is not irritating where you have to sign in every time you want to use it. Can not stress enough the great quality of this app!.TwiganneVersion: 5.0.42

No stats??I’ve used the free version of the phone app since 2017. I just recently upgraded to the paid version for more stats. The owners then decided to remove access to putting stats per round and per hole. They also removed access to global stats. The ONLY thing you can see on the app is your score. Again, this is the PAID version. Very bad form. I can no longer recommend this app. I will be contacting Apple about a refund. UPDATE: I received a refund and I’m back to the free version. I still don’t like the way stats are recorded and displayed with charts and graphs. The old version was better. However, I raised my rating back to 3 stars because SUPPORT help is fantastic. I had a problem with the watch app and the instructions they sent fixed it. If they would show round and global stats (especially putting) in a numerical format I would give it 4 stars. Maybe 5..LumpyGolferVersion: 8.4.2

Excellent Golf AppI have been using SwingU for a few years and i find it to be a vital part of my game. I can rely on its ability to give me accurate yardage and the zoom in feature for approach shots is incredible. I use that also when I play a new course that I don’t know. I can review my stats later on and it keeps my handicap without my need to figure it out. Yesterday my phone was low on battery so I had to pace off the yardage like in days of old. When I got home I was able put in my score hole by hole using the app as if I was at the course. That was enjoyable too but I do like having SwingU at my disposal. It helps make golf more enjoyable for me. Jeffrey in OKC.JeffambroVersion: 7.2.1

Completely UnusableHave had this app for a few years now. I used to be able to use it on the course and it was pretty reliable but now it is completely unusable. I am able start the round and by the time I get to my first tee shot and check the distance to the pin the app crashes and all I see is a white screen. Some times I am to restart the app and get more then a white screen. Sometimes I am even able to enter a score, mostly though I am not. Once in awhile it will locate me on the course after restarting but then it will crash and back to a white screen it goes. I have been able to enter the scores at home when I use my iPad so I can track my rounds but the app is complete useless on my iPhone. I am not sure if these problems are because I have an iPhone 4s but all this started when the app was redone. Currently looking at dedicated gps devices right now..Kwmeyer13Version: 6.0.3

Nice app but battery hogNeeded a simple app to keep my score and provide distances. Interface is simple, distance measurements get you into the ballpark and I like the historical data for your rounds. I don’t like the battery drain. A round of golf easily pulls 75% of life out of the battery. Some days it’s more. I wonder if a data display option (lose the overhead satellite view) that shows your distance and score would reduce the energy pull. Hopefully it won’t get so bad I need to find a charging source on the course. To the developer, the screen does time out and is off in between shots. Watch app is buggy or I would just use that. Maybe offer a minimalist phone view showing range and score to save the energy the graphics can consume? Still a nice app, just a huge power hog..CoppertopPhotoVersion: 8.3.2

Change in compatibilityI love the SwingU app and have used it for several years. Up until about two weeks ago, it was compatible with my iwatch which was great. I have searched why the app will not show up as available and sync from my phone to the watch and did everything to bring it back. I have now discovered that there must have been a change in compatibility with the app now requiring a watch OS of 7.0 or higher. Unfortunately, my watch OS is 6.3. I am extremely disappointed with that. Update: Thank you for the response to my review. Unfortunately, my Apple Watch is as up to date with the OS as it can be, therefore I may have to purchase a new apple watch in order for it to be compatible with the app. Technology is always changing!!.JayjayOpieVersion: 7.6.4

App is buggy, freezes, sometimes tracks workoutsI have the paid version. Paid for a year but will look elsewhere after that’s done. The gps part is good, syncs and gives fairly accurate scores. However, the app constantly minimizes to background on watch. I constantly have to reopen the app so it shows on the watch face. Super annoying. Every 3 or 4 times when I open the app on my phone to start a round, it freezes and I have to close the app and reopen it. There is also a sync feature where if you play a round it counts as a workout on your activities under golf. This works maybe 1 out of every 10 times I play. I play golf almost everyday and this app overall is decent but with the bugs it becomes fairly annoying while on the course, especially since I play so often I notice it a lot more..RastonrVersion: 7.0.29

Too much $I believe I’ve had this app since it’s infancy of development. I remember paying something like $15 a year for the basic service of the GPS view over the particular hole as well as overview of the green. As of now I will be canceling my subscription on August 25. I don’t need or want a lot of the bells and whistles that they force upon you. I just want basic app that shows you the course view and allows you to pinpoint shots, and yardage. As I try to choose, the lower cost version, to me is still pricey, it won’t allow me to. So I feel that $100 is a little steep for basic use of an app. There’s too many competitors out that are with the same, or if not better..Headpiece8Version: 8.5.3

Tour Pro approvedSwingU App is your best bet when it comes to improving your golf game. Whether it’s using it as a rangefinder or for keeping stats, or both, SwingU allows the player to keep a record of their rounds and provide ways to improve your game as it pinpoints your strengths and weaknesses and gives the user video help from a certified pro to help you work on what is needed to improve your game. As a professional golfer on tour, I have seen dramatic improvement in my game as SwingU has become my yardage book, rangefinder and stat-tracker. Instant and proper feedback allows any player at any skill level to improve faster and more efficiently. Highly highly recommend!.MarcCasGolfVersion: 7.4.0

Changed My GameI’ve been playing golf my whole life and have always taken the club away inside. It usually leads to a draw, but without regular practice, timing gets off and it results in a two-way miss. I’ve tried numerous times to get it more on-plane, but its hard to re-route a golf swing after 30 years. That all changed with the commentary and 2 minute video the pro shared with me in the 1-on-1 feature. He sent the perfect drill for me to work on to think about it another way and I’ve gained significant consistency since I’ve been using this drill. It’s rare to have one drill make such a huge difference after playing golf my whole life, but thanks to SwingU for making that happen!.AlexanderRS1981Version: 7.0.4

Great app small issuesI downloaded the app because I wanted distances to the green from anywhere and this has yet to disappoint. Actually was better than I expected as it gave front, middle, and back pin distances. It was within 2-4 yards of a range finder so that was a huge plus. The only downside is it would freeze occasionally on the phone which made the watch not show distances. I really wanted it to use my watch and not keep my phone in my pocket. So every now and then through a round I would have to close the app on my phone and reopen it for it to work on my watch. Still less of a hassle than guessing distances or buying a range finder..BradfordFVersion: 7.2.1

Long time user disappointedPretty disappointed with the recent update. Instead of adding value to encourage paying for the upgraded version of the app, they removed features from users who don’t pay for the app. They even admit it by saying, “Traditional stats haven’t aged well” when looking at post round stats. With over 100 rounds logged, I guess I’ll start looking at other apps. Edit - the developer’s response of “You simply need to tap on the Detailed Scorecard option” is a lazy response. The detailed scorecard doesn’t show stats on the free version, which was my original frustration in the review above. Stats such as % GIR have been removed and now require you to pay for the app. There are other apps with better GPS and stats for free..Disappointed Weekend GolferVersion: 8.3.2

My go to golf appI started using this app last season and it has become the go to golf app. Works great on the phone and Apple Watch. Yardages are very accurate and scoring is well done. I’ve been using the free version but I think we will give the subscription a try. I think the developer has earned that much. I have to say it’s disappointing to see people leaving negative reviews just because Apple no longer supports their 6+ year old watch. That’s not the developers fault. Don’t leave a negative review for something the developer has zero control over..CwbcpaVersion: 8.5.3

Simple, clean interface and great feature-set for price point.SwingU is my preferred golfing app to use on the course in conjunction with my Apple Watch after trying just about every other app available. I find the watch app to be far and away the most useful and practical compared to alternatives. That said, I am disappointed to remove a star because I do not feel that the club tracking feature (which I pay for) is not accurately calculating average club distances. It is tracking data wonderfully, but my reported averages simply do not change regardless of data collected. This is frustrating because it is the feature I like most about the app — is this something that will be fixed in a future update?.ChexjcVersion: 7.0.9

Waiting for gps standalone on Apple watchI have been using the premium version of this app for almost a year now. It has definitely helped me improve my score and I enjoy it. It's easy to use and has the information I want and nothing more. However, now I feel it's holding me back. When it comes to being on the green, I don't bring my phone for accurate GPS reading. I mount my phone to the cart for the distance and playing music. I don't want to be removing it every single hole. I can't accurately track my approach shots because I have to stay a certain distance away from the green. I see your competitor does have it. Waiting patiently but not forever..MGR321Version: 7.6.7

TrickyThey fooled me into subscribing for a year, because I hit “back” from the free-trial screen after missing the “plus” option, selected the plus option, and then “continue”, which subscribed me. So congratulations to them for that. They don’t link to my GHIN handicap, which means that I’m still holding on to GolfShot for now, because GolfShot automatically calculates my “net double bogey” score and will post directly to GHIN. On the plus side, they have a “plays like” feature, which is very useful, and green maps, which are more accurate than my app-less reading. The implementation is annoying, though, because as soon as I’m on the green, before I can click the button for the green map, it pops up the Score window, which I then have to cancel to get to the green map. However, if I’m tracking the shot I hit to the green, I can work around this by hitting the green map, then lining up my putt, then finishing the tracking of the shot. Another thing it doesn’t do is let me track my putts. I don’t know why. So in sum, I am using this for a year, after which time I might try the GHIN app, which has no free trial period..Melodic Music Taste TestVersion: 8.2.0

Very crankyApp is very unpredictable. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t. When complain about it, mostly was informed to delete and reinstall. Got tired of that. Today the watch feature did not work at all but phone function worked. It did not record any info about steps etc. Last time both the phone and watch and step count worked until hole 11 and it all stopped. Consider getting an app that actually always works as this is very frustrating. Update: first day if golf both app and watch worked great. Second day, same course, same weather, app on watch never worked and app worked a few holes and then stopped. Very very frustrating..Utrecht1011Version: 7.5.0

Been using for years.Great app that has gotten better over the years. I pay the extra developer charge each year because it keeps on improving. Play on many courses in US and never found one that is not mapped or accurate. But you need to take the time to understand all the functionally. Played with many with other apps and GPS and this is second to none of those. Emailed scores, on course tracking, and something I'm going to start using - club usage and automated help in selection based on history. Nice reports too. You get feedback based on how much data you enter about each hole and round..LittleChuckieHVersion: 8.5.2

Games ImprovingThis app is awesome! Such an easy way to see the course from an overhead view. Especially easy to use and a great tool for when I’m looking at a new course Iv never played before. I know exactly how far my tee shot needs to go with it’s easy satellite images. Also this app a great way to keep stats from every round and see how my game is trending! It also shows me tips and videos that might help my game out depending on what stat is lacking. I can definitely say that this app has helped my game out! Excited to keep seeing how much I can improve!.MagicJmoneyVersion: 7.6.1

Not Good for Apple WatchI give up, they advertised “try Plus service and if not satisfied, cancel and get refund of unused months”. All lies, freezes on watch during use on course, so it’s useless. Tried to get refund, contacted Apple since purchase was made using my Apple account, they said no because it’s 3rd party responsibility, contact developer. I contacted developer, they said it was purchased thru Apple and Apple won’t let them issue refunds. Complete runaround from both Apple and 3rd party developer. If you have an Apple Watch, don’t get this App, it’s Garbage!!!!.WisRicVersion: 7.6.2

Works as advertisedI have been using this app for over a year. The distance indicated is almost exactly the same as the guys with dedicated hand held units. Several of the guys I golf with are now using the app and are all satisfied with it. The battery seldom uses more than 40%. I turn off the screen when in between shots. Everything works as advertised. I am saving all my golf winnings to save up to buy the upgrade. I bought the upgrade but don’t use all the features. Still happy with it. Sometimes the gross score and the net are off by a stroke. Gross 91 with a handicap of 17 returns a net of 73 instead of 74..JimmiejayVersion: 7.7.0

EasyEasy to use, no delays in entry, better than grint, entry points are well identified.2hourswastedVersion: 7.0.5

ImprovingHas helped me find some of the free strokes in my game. I’m now in the 80’s not 100’s because of this app.Seanboy80Version: 8.7.9

Can’t wait to test it outWait further info.Sterl1Version: 8.8.0

Awesome AppSo easy to use.OluseunBVersion: 8.7.9

Apple watch useUsed the Apple Watch app, compared it with two different range finders and the SwingU app is as accurate as can be. I love it.Djs214Version: 8.6.9

Green YardageYardage is out. Back of green is middle, middle is front and front is the front apron..10 23 2025Version: 8.7.2

Back to great appIt has sync issues with the apple watch lately, but somehow they fixed the issue. I went with another app during that time, and I am really happy to be back. I use the free version, so all I get is the score and the putts, and of course the GPS features, ( it is as precise as my friends who use Garmin watches) and it's enough for me..LapieuvrechessVersion: 8.6.8

Excellente app sur iPhoneExcellente app sur iPhone, mais ne fonctionne pas sur la iWatch sur plusieurs terrains.Brigitte42Version: 8.6.7

Watch didn’t connect well…Paid version, Apple watch didn’t connect well every two game… very annoying.MarkiMarc82Version: 8.6.8

Best thing in my bagAdding swing u to my golf bag was an awesome addition. The yardage is very accurate two thumbs up.Nice1stupidVersion: 8.6.1

Could be good!I downloaded the free app. Now i will have to wait for the snow to melt to see if i like it..Wostcolly wabbitVersion: 8.6.1

Won’t sync to Apple WatchFor some reason the app on the Apple watch stopped working. Purchased the upgrade and still not working. Don’t waste your money on the app..Jimmy James GordonVersion: 8.5.5

No longer a usable appI have used this app for over 4 yrs…..until today. You can no longer enter your scores for a round unless they are perfect…I.e par 3, enter a 4 and 3 putts and it doesn’t save the score. Features that used to be free are no longer free (approach yardage, drive to left or right, in fairway, rough, good or bad lie). Par 3 enter a score of 3 with 0 or 1 putt and it won’t save. Par 4, enter a score of 4 with 0 or 1 putt and it won’t save. Par 5 enter a score of 5 with 0 or 1 putt and it won’t save..SteveoverparVersion: 8.5.6

Love this app!I can see all my rounds since I started using it and can see my improvement!.KateL2012Version: 8.5.3

First time useFor the first use of the swing u app. I loved it layout is excellent easy to use..ScottKirbyVersion: 8.5.5

My favourite golf app by far…..butWorks great, free version is the best of all golf apps I think. But, the watch side of the app often doesn’t work, and that’s a deal breaker. Would be 5/5 without that.DylanM1988Version: 8.5.4

Course modify holeThey mare change hole.Es.19Version: 8.5.4

What happened??Love the app the past 2 years. Especially the analytics after a round. Now, the new revamped layout is terrible. SwingU, go back to the old UI!.Dj9173747Version: 8.5.4

PricingWow, big increase for not a lot of new services.Ok but not happyVersion: 8.5.2

Good Customer ServiceHad an issue with the app and the guy I talked to was very friendly and helpful and the issue was resolved within 24 hours..CohenchumVersion: 8.5.3

Great App, Even Better Customer ServiceUnfortunately, the app is no longer supported on my Apple Watch Series 3. Reached out to support, explained it to me, and gave me a refund for my subscription. Great customer support. When I get a new Apple Watch I will definitely switch back to them..Lee_RebsVersion: 8.5.2

SwingUAccurate distances and easy to use..No gimmeVersion: 8.5.1

Acton golf courseNice course . Value for money !!!.Gurpreet singh bainsVersion: 8.2.0

What happened to my Stats?With the recent update, I need to upgrade and pay more for what was included before. I used to be able to look at driving, putting, and other stats and compare it to year to date performance. Another example of shrinkflation..BB OttawaVersion: 8.3.0

GolfI haven’t fully used the app but by the looks of it it’s well made but you do need to pay for lots of things but the actual tracker is free.Dusty dog4Version: 8.0.3

Difficulté pour starterJe trouve qu’on a de la difficulté à commencer une partie Merci pour l’information ça m’a beaucoup aidé..Phaeton oneVersion: 8.2.0

Golf’s #1 appAmazing app for any course !!!! Extremely accurate and gives you very important detail..HahahdbejsbdVersion: 8.0.3

Not accurateNice little app but the distances do not appear accurate at all. Sone 20 yards off..FviauVersion: 8.0.3

110I’m a 110 golfer. It’s app didn’t lower my score. It showed me where I got my 110 score from.Stress free mattyVersion: 8.0.3

Great AppGive me a life long membership and I’ll refer all my friends that I golf with including league as long as I’m alive..DouglasbelleauVersion: 8.0.2

Update from last review.I tried the free trial once yrs ago, at the time it was near impossible to stop them charging my credit card! Note: After contacting support they ensured me I would not be charge again. I’m quick to anger when having to spend what little energy I have left to chase down support for something that should have been handled competently in the first place. I’m sure it’s a good app, but illness took away golf years ago..DivtessrockyVersion: 8.0.2

Apple WatchIs anyone having issues getting their apple watch to sync. My watch will not sync, It is an okder version but it work last summer..Lamonster12Version: 8.0.2

Why notThere’s 0 reason to not get this app. It’s great even if free.Mathew salewskiVersion: 8.0.2

Worth the price of admissionSwingU has been a valuable asset not only in my own competitive golf but also for my students. The user friendly platform gives you valuable stats for areas of improvement and follows up with a full library of instructional videos. For high end players the green maps and GPS course layout function is worth the price of admission..Bigvic1984Version: 7.8.1

Best appRecommend the app to anybody.Road Runner 181Version: 7.8.1

Golf des Iles SlySeems hole number one was the 10th and the tenth was the first.. Couldn’t put it in the proper order...SlydermannVersion: 7.6.6

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SwingU: Golf GPS Range Finder Negative Reviews

Not Impressed with this appI used a different app that worked well with my Apple Watch. Unfortunately they were bought out and left me searching for a new app. I prefer to use my watch and leave my phone alone when I play. I decided I would try this app after reading some reviews. Here’s what I’m disappointed with in this app. I was very frustrated when I discovered there was no birds eye view of the hole as I was playing on the course that was viewable on my watch. Again, as someone who doesn’t like carrying or messing with my phone while on the course, i was unhappy. I was also frustrated with not being able to check the distances to hazard and objects on the hole I was playing. I know I could have checked the app on my phone and found these things out, but again, if I’m paying for an app that’s compatible with an Apple Watch, I would expect these types of things to be present. My bad for not trying the free version first and discovering this out. I did like some of the scoring stats I could enter on the watch version, but my entered stats didn’t update on my phone app. I actually stopped using the app by the 13th hole because I felt it wasn’t offering me any of the info I felt was important to have and needed during my round. I’m sure the phone version of the app works much better as it does have the features I wanted on my watch. For someone who’s had those features with a different app, this app left me feeling as though it fell well short of the mark. If the developers could include the features I mentioned, I’m sure I would find this app much more useable..So done with thisVersion: 7.0

I wanted this to workAs a 3 handicap I wanted this app to help me with my club yardages. I wanted to use it with my Apple Watch so that I don’t have to carry my phone in my pocket when playing. It was very inconsistent with the yardages and if I wasn’t close enough to my phone it would not work at all. It’s also a lot to keep track of when you are also trying to focus on your round. I paid for a year subscription like a dummy but if it worked I would have been ok with it. I reached out twice to customer service over the next month to try and cancel it and attempt to get a refund for the full year and volunteered to pay for 1 month instead since I did try and use it and just didn’t work out. Customer service never reached out so I just gave up on it. Then about 4 months later I decided to try again for the 3rd time and warned about leaving a 1 star review and customer service actually reached back out. Customer service agent Adam Cattel told me that he would not issue the refund because I have been using the app for several months now and there was no emails on record from me. I forwarded the emails to him stating that I in fact did try and reach out and that if you look at my account you can see that I only tried the app on 2 courses within the first month. Never heard from him again. So here we are. Long story short. Don’t waste your money on this app..XlassassinlxVersion: 7.4.0

Swing U VersusThis was a total waste of time and money. All this does is focuses on the distance of each of your shots once your off the box. You say it’s for analysis and for swing u to send you advice on each type of shot you had. First of all it obvious only keeps track of 1 individual game at a time. Therefore if you have a tree sitting right in the middle of the fairway and you have to go over and around it, the app can’t see that and just treats it as a normal shot. There’s no room for analysis, and whatever analysis the app gives you would be counterproductive. Why do bunker shots only matter from 50 yds in? Just because you have to have a different type of swing from inside that distance. Doesn’t really make much sense. Why only cover recovery shots from certain distances? Also I’m at the point where if I miss the green on a chip from inside 50yds, I’m going home. This whole portion of stats are now just useless for me and just takes time for me to plug in. Swing U Versus just takes too long to record. The old way was 10x better. It looks like you guys are trying to be too sexy. Keep it simple, keep it about accuracy and the important factors that make golfers better. Distance is not one of them. If you can’t hit an approach accurately from 100yds you certainly can’t do it from 200yds so why keep track of that? Why would you want to focus on something you already know you need to improve? It’s redundant.LewisbigtinsVersion: 7.3.2

Doesn’t WorkI tried to subscribe to Swing U today, but before I did, I wanted to check what courses were available. Good thing I checked before buying a subscription because I get a message that it’s “unable to connect to our servers. Please check your connection and try again later” I can’t imagine how frustrating this would be if I had actually paid for this app and got in the middle of an actual round of golf and this happened. Then, I tried to set up an account on this app and I still haven’t gotten a response from them to verify my email. Also, I live in an area with 2 PGA Tour Superstores within 100 miles of me, so that should indicate how popular golf is in my area of play. There are ZERO courses within that same 100 miles that this app has the green-reading feature available for. It seems this app has serious technical issues and shortcomings, so until I’m satisfied they have been fixed and not likely to crop up again in the future, I’ll spend my money on an app that actually works and has the features it advertises..Zenman!Version: 7.6.2

High hopes, but Not so much....With high hopes for a good GPS function that syncs with Apple Watch, I’ve given this app several months and rounds. You have to keep the phone on and with you (in range of watch), and with all settings as recommended by Seller, the phone part works ok with distances, flyovers, etc. It’s interface with the watch is at best spotty, and often needs a swipe, reboot, or other maneuver to get the data to display on the watch, even in areas with strong cell signals. Using the scoring function was also variable; sometimes it took the data entries, sometimes not, and then needed essentially a restart to get to the data entry screen. Pretty annoying to have teed off the next hole and find the app is stuck on the prior hole. I often turned off the scoring function, as it was frustrating, inconsistent and too much trouble overall. On a course you don’t know, the phone’s hole diagram and flyover could help. On a familiar course, it is “meh” at best. I’m happier with my several years old Bushnell Neo GPS watch every day..GeeWheeVersion: 7.0.26

Apps freeze mid-round 🤬I’ve been using the free iPhone app and Apple Watch app for over a year, every week. Sometimes they both work, but other times they suddenly freeze up in the middle of a round. Fortunately, I’ve been able to use the iPhone app when the Watch app is frozen — and vice versa. But what a hassle and disappointment. On a few occasions, the Watch app has turned on while I’m sleeping, looking for a round — another buggy bizarre situation. And on other occasions, while the apps are functioning normally, the Watch app fails to sync with Apple Watch workouts — so after walking 16,000 steps on the course, it looks like I’ve done nothing. On the plus side, the shot tracking feature works great. I wish there was an app that did ONLY shot tracking when you don’t need the other functionality. Because of the buggy freezing problems, I will not be paying to upgrade and neither should you..Surf-&-TurfVersion: 7.7.1

Tough to rely onYou’ll need a strong cell signal for it to work consistently for 18 holes. It has crashed out on me regularly in frisco tx. There is a strange default to using “always” for location that absolutely kills an iPhone 11 battery in 11-12 holes. It even drained my battery while it was using a usb charger during a round. The elevation data is pretty straightforward, but the wind data seemed to update in a delayed fashion, I am guessing it updates every 10-15 minutes. Some shots, wind is clearly howling and app reflects that and gives you a good “plays like” yardage, but there are too many readings where the wind is clearly not as shown in app- like a flat flag and it’s showing 20 mph indicating the wind readings are not real-time, and the “plays like” yardage can be off by 20-30 yards. Maybe it’s just Texas winds...but the advertised accuracy taking into account wind and elevation, which is why I purchased, is simply not reliable. Disappointed and would take a refund if offered..MshreveVersion: 7.0.23

Yards only option would be great for Apple WatchI used this for the first time today. I accessed the golf GPS from my Apple Watch linked to my iPhone. It was not a good experience. Way too much required interaction with the app. It has some interesting features, but all I really need is for the GPS to give me accurate yardage. For nearly every shot I really don’t want anything else. If I need wind and heuristic learning about my club lengths, then I can fuss with that later as a veteran user of your app. I am trying to avoid purchasing a hand-held GPS range finder which does the simple task of yardage. The app needs a setting which is yardage only and give me the option to set that display as my default. I do not want to enter my score digitally or enter my club used or get instructions on the course. The apple watch is too small to do that data entry on the course, the data entry right hand has a glove, and it slows down play. Suggest making a simple swipe of apple watch screen to advance to next hole. This needs to be automatic with very little input from me. Wrist up —> display gives me yards to green. That’s all I really need. I can do all the rest. If this is not an available simply option, then I’m deleting this app and will simply get a hand-held GPS range finder or find another Apple Watch golf GPS app that has option for yardage-only modes. Any feedback?.PJRpjrVersion: 7.0.3

Give me a simple but detailed GPS appWhy does everyone want to load all of these features and complexities into the app? All I want is an expensive GPS that delivers information to my phone and even more importantly to my Apple Watch Ultra. Mo It’s all about distances. Distance to the middle of the green front of the green back of the green. Distances to key hazards. Elevation information would be a plus even better details of green contours. What I really want is the equivalent of that little book that the pros and their caddies carry. I really don’t care about tracking information on how far along I hit a shot or what club I use or any other training materials. just help me when I’m playing! Why is it too much to ask? Frankly, I pay the same amount of money that you’re asking for just that. When you had all these other complications, makes me harder to use with things that I don’t need or want and the value goes down so I’m not paying for it. So, what do I use instead? The GHIN app on the phone gives me distance to the middle of the green, and I can sort of get distances to hazards. I augment that with a laser. That’s your competition..BbqfanaticVersion: 8.3.1

Used to love it, but…This used to be my favorite golf GPS app. I’ve been using it for years, but I’m looking for something else now. It used to be clean and simple to open and run. Recent updates have now made it a pain to use. I want an app that opens, runs, and gives me what I need. I don’t want to interact with offers. I don’t want to dig through junk to get the course opened and my round underway. I know the developers have to make money, and I understand that this is the way they think they should go, but I disagree. I’ve reached the point now where I hate even tapping the icon. I will be using something else in the future. BTW, credit where credit is due. The app does provide the basic functions well, once you wade your way through the mess. For that, I give it two stars..Long ironsVersion: 7.2.1

How does this have 4.7*?I recently made the move to Apple Watch, so I have been testing the different apps. Thought I would give this one a go and was not impressed with the free version. Like most apps on here, I assumed it just worked better if you pay for it. Couldn’t have been more wrong. To be clear, the app itself on the iPhone is fine. It’s the connection with Apple Watch that is the issue but that’s the whole point of getting these apps; right? You can’t get more than a foot away from your phone. Taking 5 steps to get a precise read? Forget it, have to get closer to your phone so it eventually reloads the app on the watch and you get the distance. Crashes a ton. If you’re going to spend money, do yourself a favor and just get 18Biridies. At least it works..Rstock10Version: 7.6.5

Recent updates not welcomedRecently, the app keep “whitening out”and does not respond unless you restart it. Almost 20-30 times during a 18-hole game..Moi-Si-MoiVersion: 6.0.4

GPS yardage is shortI like the app it’s intuitive and easy to use. Sometimes glitchy with my Apple Watch connection. My biggest complaint is that the yardage is consistently 15 to 20 yards short. It defeats the purpose if the yardage isn’t accurate..Twoshoes888Version: 8.6.8

Minimal helpI purchased the app to use in correspondence with my Apple Watch. The free version worked great syncing, giving me my yardage to the pin. I thought it would be awesome to have additional information greens etc..and to track my scores. I purchased the premium and after that my syncing stopped working. I sent one message and followed all the steps suggested to no avail. I sent another one and crickets!!Stick to the free version or buy yourself a Garmin..FitzgheVersion: 8.6.7

Doesn't work with watchNot a bad ago but doesn't work with my apple watch anymore, so I can't use it.A guy who wants his money backVersion: 8.5.6

Round will not sync with Apple watch 7I've used this app for years and always have come back to it after trying out all the others. Since this last update my watch will not sync and load my round. Frustrating as I'd like to continue using SwingU..Cjc_3puttVersion: 8.5.4

Not compatible with older Apple Watches:(Good app when I used it before they updated. Now I can’t use it with my older watch (series3 and older). Not a fan of that.Eliz bar MVersion: 8.5.3

Does not support my Apple Watch anymoreUsed to have the app on my watch and enjoy the app. My watch is not supported anymore. Useless now..MimsLeBSVersion: 8.5.2

Double price increase without noticeThe app is a good tracking golf swing and course management platform. However increasing the cost by 100% and charging automatically for this without my knowledge is terrible. I will be canceling my subscription as $100 a year for this app is not worth it.DVC 1975Version: 8.5.2

Stopped working on Apple Watch 3 seriesApp was good until it recently stopped working on the 3 series Apple Watch..Pc beamzVersion: 8.5.2

My previous subscription is now useless.I was a paying subscriber. With the latest update, they removed valuable information that I was using, trying to force me to buy an even higher subscription. I will be removing this app. No loyalty to or consideration for the previous subscribers. Edit: Funny that in my review the response was that they did not take away information from my view. But two days later, they responded to another reviewer who had the same issue, admitting that they did take away a view, and they are working on restoring that..HughbaccaVersion: 8.3.1

Not accurateI tried the free trial of the Pro form of this app… I liked some of it on my Apple Watch but there were locations on my course where the distances were very inaccurate! I was 76 yards out on the 18th hole and Swingu measured it as 130 yards! That’s not a minor discrepancy! I cancelled!.Jo5m1ttyVersion: 8.0.2

Much betterI’m changing my review of this app. After switching internet providers (now with bell) and bug fixes, everything works perfect now. Accurate distances, fast, and works perfect with my Apple Watch..JXO 01Version: 8.0.1

Not enough featuresToo many locked up features behind pay wall.What4900...!!!Version: 8.0.1

Looked good originallyWas initially excited about this app; trying free version before committing. But it was time consuming and distracting to keep entering stuff on the course. And—-relentless ads to upgrade, multiple times a day. This morning, while walking our dog, miles away from the course, my watch was beeping to get me to upgrade, and giving me ‘yardages’. DELETED.EleanartVersion: 7.8.1

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