4 of the Best Smartphone Apps for Pickleball Players

Much of the fun of pickleball is found in the camaraderie and the continuous learning opportunities the game provides. What if you could connect with other players and improve your game from your pocket? You can! In our increasingly digitized world, pickleball apps have sprouted up and gained popularity in the community. Here are four of our favorites to check out.

1. Pickleball Buddy
   Pickleball Buddy is an app that allows users to find pickleball players in their area. You can add friends and chat with other players to set up matches or discuss strategies. Once you’ve selected a buddy to play with and set up a game, you can record your game on your phone via the app. You can then go back and review past matches to critique your form and find things to work on in your next game. Each user gets a buddy profile and is ranked in their area, country and worldwide.

2. Pickleball FYI
   Pickleball FYI is a great tool for new players. This app is essentially a digital guide to all things pickleball. You can find information about rules, etiquette, gear, drills, and frequently asked questions. There’s a search feature so you can type in keywords related to the question or rule you’re looking for and your answer will come up for you. And, if you like to share pickleball-related content with your friends or Facebook audience, you can do so straight from the app!

3. PickleballConnect
   PickleConnect calls itself “pickleball’s premier worldwide app connecting players with the pickleball world.” With slightly more advanced capabilities than Pickleball Buddy, PickleConnect has a library of courts, tournaments, coaches, clinics, retailers, and even places to play while you’re on vacation! You can save your favorite courts for easy access, add and chat with friends and keep track of your tournament schedules if you’re a big-time player. It was built by pickleball players for pickleball players, so this app really hits the mark when it comes to giving users what they need.

4. Pickleball Shots
   Pickleball Shots is a video library full of more than 20 unique shots hit by a pickleball teacher and veteran player. The videos are available in slow motion so you can try to nail them on your own. The app also has other teaching videos to help you improve your pickleball game one strategy at a time. 

Whether you’re looking to stay connected in the pickleball community or learn more about the game, these four apps have your needs covered. They’re all free to download and easy to use, so don’t hesitate to get started.