5 Best Apple Watch Apps for Golf

Golfshot Plus has a powerful set of GPS features so you can manage your entire golf game in one place. The newest feature brings you Auto Shot Tracking with Apple Watch. This lets you track every shot with a complete flyover review of each hole.

You’re able to get real-time distances to all key hazards and targets for over 40,000 different courses around the world. If you prefer to leave your phone in the cart you can use Siri to activate Voice Caddie to get the distance to the green.

On top of being able to view the center of the green and hole information on your wrist, you can track your Handicap Index and even book your new round with GolfNow tee times. If you can think of it, Golfshot Plus has it.

Golfshot Plus is available for a one-time purchase of $99.99, which makes it a steal for avid golfers. Seasonal or occasional golfers can opt for a monthly plan at $2.99 or a yearly plan at $14.99.

Sometimes you don’t have time to fuss around and you simply want accurate shot distances to the front, back, and center of the green. Hole19 Golf GPS is the way to go. It’s simple and you can do it all from your wrist.

You’re able to use your watch to keep your score and the score of your friends in real time with Hole19-LIVE. This is great if you’re into some friendly competition.

You’ll get all these features free just by downloading the app. If you want to utilize the handicap calculator, match play, premium maps, and overall performance statistics you’ll need a subscription. Premium pro plans are available for $7.49 a month and $49.99 a year.

This app acts like a virtual caddie attached to you wrist. Golf GPS SwingU is a must-have if you’re serious about shot tracking.  It offers distance tracking and aerial views of each hole.

Besides the standard rangefinder and digital scorecard you can really get into the nitty-gritty of tracking your clubs and shots. If you opt for a subscription you can log each club and build up a database of average distances and performance. Once you have a decent size database accrued your watch will actually start suggesting which club is right for each shot.

The app is free to download with limited features. There is a monthly plan available for $14.99 or a yearly plan for $99.99.

Golf is an outdoor activity and unfortunately the weather can really destroy a round. If you have doubts about the weather conditions when playing golf, 18Birdies is for you.

The app uses a Live Weather Map feature that lets you view weather conditions near the golf course you’re going to be playing. This will help you be prepared for any weather, rain or shine. It might save you from having to cancel a last minute tee time or simply know what golf attire you need to wear.

18Birdies also acts as a reliable rangefinder and statistics tracker. You can download the app for free and use the basic features. If you want access to premium features it will cost you $7.99 per week, $19.99 per month, or $99.99 per year.

Drive for show, putt for dough, but this isn’t entirely true. Distance is the best separator between the best tour pros and average tour pros.

You might not be a pro but the way you swing your club is vital in golf. Zepp Golf is the best app for analyzing your swing. The app uses your watch to measure tempo, speed, and path to analyze your swing. You can then use these metrics to keep your swing consistent.

It’s not just for Apple Watch. You can use it on iPhone or iPad as well. The app uses innovative video recognition technology to automatically capture and edit your videos on the range or out on the course. 

The app is free to download and use. If you want even more accuracy and feedback Zepp Golf offers their own golf sensor that attaches to your glove.

Not all apps are created equal and come in all different types, just like your golf clubs. It’s important to find the right app to meet your individual golf needs. Things to seriously consider are price, data and battery usage, and course coverage.

Now you’re ready to hit the links. You’ll look good, feel good, and maybe even knock a few strokes off your handicap. Share these apps with your friends, unless you’re playing a skins game and want every advantage possible.