The smartphone has revolutionized sport and how players train and monitor their performances.
The smartphone has changed our lives and our golf game. In this article we look at the top 5 golfing apps we believe every golfer should have on their phone to help them improve as players.
Golfshot
Golfshot is an essential app for those looking to prepare for their next shot, as the app uses a GPS to measure distances on any part of the golf course. The easy to use interface allows a player to drag their position over the course and receive an accurate reading of the distance for their next shot. Alongside the distance tracker are options such as the club averages for that hole. Players can also use the app to keep a scorecard. Lifewire revealed that over 15,000 international courses are on the database with new courses constantly being added through user requests.
PING iPING
The latest version of iPING uses the Apple Watch and works with Apple’s fitness tracking system. The in-app purchase allows players to monitor their swing tempo, track fairways hits and access fitness data from playing. Most golf apps don’t focus on the fitness aspect of golf which is why this app stands out from the rest. Golf is very good for the body and now players can track their golf workout. Forbes’ technology expert Scott Kramer liked the app so much that he opened his review with: “It’s technology like this that makes me want to own an Apple Watch.”
Clip Coach
Houston golf experts Play Your Course believe that Clip Coach is an essential app every golfer needs. Hiring a professional coach to join you on a course can be expensive and not always necessary. Using Clip Coach, a player can film their shots, upload them to the app, and have a professional coach provide an in depth analysis of it within 48 hours. The app allows the pros to draw graphics and speak over the video to ensure that the player gets clear instructions on how to improve their swing.
Visulax Golf
Vislulax Golf deals with one very important aspect of the sport: the mental game that goes on inside a player’s head. According to Golf and Course, when the app is opened it instructs players: “get into a comfortable position, put on some comfortable clothes, and to visualize your favorite golf hole. To feel the warm sun on your skin, see the green grass, hear the birds and to experience the positive feelings of the hole.” While it may seem like a slightly strange app to aid your performance be aware that top players like Tom Kite have used psychologists to help them with their mental game. This app could just be the extra edge you need to improve.
Golf Clash
Golf doesn’t have to be restricted to the course and Golf Clash is the latest smartphone game that allows golfers to play a few rounds in the comfort of their own home. Players play one hole against another human opponent and compete for the winning pot of gold coins. The game is easy to play with a detailed interface that allows players to choose ball position, power and spin. As players collect gold coins they can upgrade their equipment.