Scoring & formats

What is Longest Drive (LD)?

Longest Drive (LD) is a side bet played on chosen par-4s or par-5s. The drive must end up in the fairway to count (group's call).

In the app, pick the holes LD is played on, claim your drive per ball, and the host confirms the winner per hole. Like CTP, you can record the distance for clarity.

Related

What is Closest to the Pin (CTP)?

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Golf with Mates

Real-time golf scoring for your group — score, compete, settle up.

What is Golf with Mates?

Golf with Mates is a mobile-first scoring app for golf groups. Create a round, invite your mates with a join code, and everyone scores from their phone in real time. No paper scorecards, no math at the bar afterward.

Features

Real-time scoring — see scores update live as your group plays.
Multiple game formats — Stroke Play, Stableford, Skins, Match Play, Best Ball, Scramble, Foursome, Chapman, Nassau, Bingo Bango Bongo.
Side bets & settlements — configure stakes upfront and the app calculates who owes who.
Handicaps done right — playing handicaps follow USGA rules using course and slope ratings.
9 or 18 holes — play a quick nine or a full round.
Multi-language — available in English and Swedish.

Frequently asked questions

Is it free?

Yes. Golf with Mates is free to use for tracking rounds, scoring, and settling friendly bets with your group.

How does Stableford scoring work?

You earn points per hole based on your net score relative to par: bogey = 1, par = 2, birdie = 3, eagle = 4. Highest total wins.

What is a Skins game?

Each hole is worth a "skin." The lowest net score on a hole wins the skin. Ties carry the skin to the next hole.

How are bets settled?

Set the stake when you create the round. After the final hole, the app shows a settlement summary of who owes who, ready to pay in person or by your favorite payment app.

This app needs JavaScript to run — please enable it in your browser to play a round.