Redswing vs GolfStatus
Which is right for your charity golf tournament?
Redswing is better for…
organizers who want no-app live scoring, text-to-bid auctions, and an AI board report in one platform.
GolfStatus is better for…
organizations already in the GolfStatus ecosystem who are comfortable with its app-based scoring.
| Feature | Redswing | GolfStatus |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | % of revenue, free to set up | Free + paid add-ons |
| Setup time | Under 10 minutes | Moderate |
| Silent auction | Yes | Yes (add-on) |
| Text-to-bid | Yes | Limited |
| Live scoring (no app required) | Yes — mobile web | Requires app download |
| AI fundraising report | Yes | Basic |
| Pro appearance marketplace | Yes | No |
| Annual contract required | No | No |
| Per-event fee | None | Add-on fees |
| Percentage model | Yes — aligned with you | Partial |
No app download for scoring
GolfStatus scoring typically requires players to download an app. Redswing scoring runs in the mobile browser — a player taps the texted link and starts entering scores. Nothing to install, which means more groups actually score live.
Pricing
Both have low upfront cost. Compare the all-in percentage on a real event including auction and add-ons.