About
3D Score Buddy is the go-to digital scoring companion for 3D archery athletes and tournament organizers. Designed for maximum comfort and intuitive use, it gets you up and running in seconds so you can focus entirely on your sport. The app supports 30+ internationally recognized scoring methods — from ASA and IBO to WA 3D — making it suitable for casual practice as well as competitive events across the globe. Key highlights include one-tap scoring with automatic archer rotation, voice announcements in 7 languages, and Live Activities that display scores directly on the iPhone lock screen. GPS tracking automatically records courses and target positions, while full offline functionality ensures it works anywhere on the range without a network connection. For tournament organizers, Cloud-Connect mode enables professional competition management: automatic target configuration from the cloud, real-time score transmission, and QR code check-in for fast participant onboarding. Results can be exported to Excel or GPX format and shared instantly via WhatsApp and other messengers. Detailed statistics and performance metrics — including effectiveness percentages, scoring-profile comparisons, and merged archer histories — help athletes track progress over time. The app is available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Catalan, and Polish. The free tier covers all core features for a single archer; upgrading to Pro enables multi-archer tracking and comprehensive analytics. Regularly updated by an active developer, 3D Score Buddy is the all-in-one digital tool every 3D archer needs on the course.
Key Features
- 30+ International Scoring Methods: Supports all major 3D archery standards including IFAA, WA, IBO, ASA, NFAA, and DBSV Field Round, covering recreational and competitive formats worldwide.
- GPS Course Tracking: Automatically records course layouts and target positions using the device GPS, with GPX export so you can document and revisit any course.
- Cloud-Connect Tournament Mode: Run professional competitions with cloud-based target configuration, real-time score transmission, QR code check-in, and live leaderboards.
- Live Activities & Lock Screen Scores: Scores and current target information are displayed on the iPhone lock screen via Live Activities, so you never need to unlock your phone mid-round.
- Advanced Statistics & Performance Metrics: Track effectiveness percentages, compare results across scoring profiles, and view merged archer histories to monitor long-term performance development.
Use Cases
- Individual archers tracking their own scores and performance across multiple practice rounds on 3D courses.
- Club coaches and team managers monitoring multiple archers' results simultaneously during group training sessions (Pro tier).
- Tournament organizers running professional 3D archery competitions with real-time leaderboards, QR check-in, and cloud score transmission.
- Athletes comparing performance across different scoring methods and bow classes to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Course designers and archery clubs documenting course layouts using GPS and GPX export for future reference and sharing.
Pros
- Comprehensive Scoring Standard Support: With 30+ scoring methods built in, the app covers virtually every major 3D archery format globally, eliminating the need for separate apps per event type.
- Fully Offline Capable: All core scoring and GPS features work without an internet connection, making it reliable in remote outdoor locations where cell coverage is unavailable.
- Multilingual Voice Announcements: Audible score confirmations in 7 languages improve usability in international competitions and for non-English-speaking archers.
- Free Tier is Fully Functional: The free version provides complete access to all scoring features for a single archer — no arbitrary feature gating — making it genuinely useful without payment.
Cons
- iOS / Apple Ecosystem Only: The app is exclusively available on Apple platforms (iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Vision), leaving Android archers without access.
- Multi-Archer Requires Pro Upgrade: Tracking more than one archer simultaneously is locked behind the paid Pro tier, which may be a barrier for group outings or club use on a single device.
- Niche Use Case: Designed specifically for 3D archery scoring; archers who participate in other disciplines (target, field) may find the feature set less applicable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3D Score Buddy free to use?
Yes. The free version provides full access to all scoring features for a single archer, including all 30+ scoring methods, GPS tracking, and cloud tournament participation. A Pro upgrade is available as an in-app purchase to enable tracking unlimited archers simultaneously and unlock advanced statistics.
Which scoring methods does the app support?
3D Score Buddy supports over 30 international scoring standards, including IFAA, WA 3D, IBO, ASA, NFAA, DBSV Field Round, and more — covering the most widely used formats in both recreational and competitive 3D archery.
Does the app work without an internet connection?
Yes. All core features — scoring, GPS tracking, archer management, and local history — work fully offline. An internet connection is only required for Cloud-Connect tournament mode features such as live score transmission and cloud-based target configuration.
What is Cloud-Connect and how does it work?
Cloud-Connect is a tournament management feature that allows organizers to push target names and settings to participants' devices automatically. Participants' scores are transmitted in real time, and QR code check-in enables a fast tournament start. Individual target adjustments remain possible even in cloud mode.
On which Apple devices can I use 3D Score Buddy?
3D Score Buddy is available for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Vision, and Apple Watch through the App Store. It is currently only available within the Apple ecosystem and is not available for Android devices.
