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Pricing Breakdowns

What golf apps actually cost — tiers, hidden fees, and the fine print.

18Birdies Pricing Breakdown: Free Tier, $7.99/Mo Premium, and What GHIN Actually Costs

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18Birdies has a functional free tier and a $7.99/mo premium with a 14-day trial. But GHIN handicap integration requires a separate club membership. Here's the full picture.

Updated Mar 21, 2026 18Birdies

Arccos Golf Pricing: Full Cost of Hardware Plus Subscription

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Arccos Golf sensors cost $199-$249 upfront, then $99/yr for AI Caddie and analytics. Year-one total exceeds $300. Here's what each tier covers and what the hidden costs are.

Updated Mar 21, 2026 Arccos Golf

Golfshot Pricing Breakdown: What Changed After the Lifetime License Was Removed

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Golfshot discontinued its lifetime license. Now it's $79.99/yr or $99.99/yr subscription-only. Here's what each tier covers, what features are gated between Plus and Pro, and what it costs over time.

Updated Mar 21, 2026 Golfshot

SwingU Pricing Breakdown: What Platinum Gets You at $9.99/Mo

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SwingU is free for basic GPS. Platinum at $9.99/mo ($59.99/yr) adds coaching content and GHIN integration. Here's what the coaching paywall covers and what GHIN still costs separately.

Updated Mar 21, 2026 SwingU

GolfNow Pricing Breakdown: What GolfPass+ Actually Costs You

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GolfNow's free tier looks affordable until DEAL Time forfeits and course commission markups add up. Full breakdown of GolfPass+ at $9.99/mo, hidden costs, and what you actually pay per round.

Updated Mar 21, 2026 GolfNow

Golf App Subscription Cost Comparison: Every Major App Priced Side by Side

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GolfNow, Arccos, 18Birdies, Golfshot, SwingU, Hole19, TheGrint, and GHIN — every subscription price in one table. Find the lowest total cost for your actual needs.

Updated Mar 21, 2026 All Major Golf Apps

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