No more guessing what to practice or how far your shots actually go. Your path to lower scores starts with understanding your game, and with Smart Tracking, that understanding comes effortlessly.
This new feature from 18Birdies automatically tracks your shots, letting you focus on what matters most: playing great golf. Smart Tracking detects swings, shot locations, and lie types throughout your round. It works on both iOS and Android with your phone and your watch, but the Apple Watch delivers the most optimal experience.
At the end of each hole, 18Birdies will automatically determine your score. All you have to do is confirm this score, the number of putts, and 1st putt distance. That’s it! Smart Tracking handles the rest. By the time you finish your round, you’ll already have:
- A complete shot-by-shot breakdown of every hole
- True club distances, based on actual on-course performance
- Advanced stats and powerful Strokes Gained analysis to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses
- Personalized tips designed to help you improve where it matters most
It’s effortless and accurate, built so you can focus on playing your best golf.
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Why Use Smart Tracking? Less Work. More Insight.
Before Smart Tracking, getting this level of insight meant manually entering every shot and detail during your round. It took effort and attention, often distracting from the game. Not anymore.
Smart Tracking removes all of that. It's seamless, automatic, and designed to work in the background. After your round, you’ll unlock advanced stats and Strokes Gained insights that help you:
- Make smarter club selections
- Understand your tendencies and shot patterns
- Practice effectively with clear areas for improvement
- Make confident, informed decisions on the course
- Lower your scores with data that actually makes a difference.
It’s like having a coach that rides along with you – quiet during the round, but full of insights after.
Strokes Gained Data, Unlocked
You've probably heard the term "Strokes Gained" during golf broadcasts – but what does it really mean for your game? Learn more about Strokes Gained in 18Birdies. Strokes Gained shows you how each part of your game stacks up against other golfers of any skill level. It goes beyond basic stats to reveal where you’re truly gaining strokes, or giving them away, on the course. It's the secret sauce top pros use, and now it's effortlessly yours.
With Smart Tracking, these powerful insights are calculated automatically after every round. You can zoom in on your game with precision:
- Are you missing too many approach shots from 125-150 yards?
- Struggling with tricky long putts from 21-30 feet?
- Perhaps you’re losing strokes off the tee with your Driver instead of your trusty 3-Wood?
You can even benchmark your performance against players of all levels – from PGA Tour pros to 20 handicaps – and see exactly what separates your game from theirs. Discover precisely how to bring your game to the next level with Strokes Gained Data, powered by Smart Tracking.
Personalized Stats & Insights
Smart Tracking isn't just about numbers; it's about revealing patterns in your game that you’d never notice on your own.
With every round, you’ll unlock advanced insights that show how you really play, not just what your scorecard says. Forget the guesswork!
- You’ll learn your True Distance for every club, based on real on-course performance. No more guessing if your 8-iron truly goes 150 yards – now you’ll know for sure, giving you total confidence in your club selection.
- You’ll see how close you’re sticking your approach shots by tracking first putt distances. Are you consistently giving yourself good chances for birdie?
- And you’ll uncover where your misses are costing you the most strokes. Are you constantly missing it right off the tee, or coming up short of the greens? Smart Tracking surfaces your tendencies so you can plan smarter and play with more confidence.
These are the kinds of insights that turn practice into real progress. And Smart Tracking makes getting them genuinely effortless.
Maximize Precision with Apple Watch
Want the smoothest, most seamless Smart Tracking experience? Pair it with your Apple Watch.
Smart Tracking was built to shine on the Apple Watch, using its advanced motion sensors and accelerometer to detect your swings automatically. It’s the most precise, truly hands-free way to track your round – you don’t even need to bring your phone.
If you’ve got an Apple Watch, you’ve already got the smartest tracking tool in golf right on your wrist. Now it’s time to use it to unlock your best game!
Activating Smart Tracking
Smart Tracking is available now for all 18Birdies Premium users. Ready to revolutionize your game?
To get started:
- Start a round using 18Birdies
- Select “Smart Tracking” as your scoring mode
- Go through the brief tutorial and start swinging!
Want to learn more? See the full guide here Learn more about Smart Tracking in 18Birdies.
Ready to Play Smarter Golf?
Smart Tracking is a Premium feature designed to give every golfer the competitive edge they've been looking for. Ready to see your game in a whole new light and unlock your true potential?
Download 18Birdies and Try Smart Tracking Today!