GolfNow Competev2.4.0
Released August 24, 2026Major
iOS Android
The latest major update introduced significant platform expansions, including Apple Watch and Live Activities support. However, a critical regression prevents users from saving round scores, resulting in a negative sentiment shift. The functional failure of the primary scorecard utility currently outweighs the positive reception of the refreshed visual interface.
What changed
- PlatformAdded Apple Watch support
- PlatformIntegrated Live Activities and Dynamic Island support
- New featureIntroduced new scoring options accessible from the scorecard
- New featureAdded quick yardages and stats tracking features
Reception
35/ 100 impact scoreNegative
What worked
UX
The updated scorecard interface received high-frequency praise for providing a cleaner visual experience.
What didn't
New feature
backfiredThe introduction of new scoring options coincides with a critical failure to save round data, which prevents core utility.
Marlvel takeaways
- Prioritize a hotfix to restore scorecard saving functionality, as the current inability to finalize rounds renders the app unusable for its primary purpose.
- Investigate the integration of new scoring options to determine if they conflict with the local database write operations for round completion.
Original release notes
GolfNow Compete's next big update is here, bringing Apple Watch support, Live Activities, and Dynamic Island to every round. The new version also includes brand new scoring options accessible from the scorecard. Get quick yardages, track scores and stats, and stay locked in on the next shot. It’s easier than ever to play your way and keep ahead of the competition.