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ClubV1 vs GolfTap
ClubV1 is one of the first names clubs hear when they go to market for a management system. This article covers where the two systems genuinely differ across competitions, payments, reporting, and pricing.
Quick answer
Choose ClubV1 if: you need a well-established system with a large UK install base and strong peer references, and your club's operations align with its module structure.
Choose GolfTap if: you want competitions, payments and reporting in one system without module fees or layering additional tools on top.
About ClubV1
ClubV1 is a UK-based golf club management system with an established presence across clubs in the UK. It is part of the ClearCourse group, which also includes Intelligent Golf and a number of other software businesses serving the leisure and hospitality sectors.
The system covers the core functions most clubs need: tee sheet management, membership records, competition administration, and finance. Many clubs have used ClubV1 for a decade or more, and it is well-known to club managers, administrators and committee members who have worked across multiple sites.
ClubV1 is positioned as a mid-tier system, serving clubs of varying sizes. It is one of the most widely referenced options when UK clubs go to market for a new management system.
About GolfTap
GolfTap is a golf club management platform built around a live tee sheet with competitions, payments, memberships, and finance all connected in the same system. It is used by clubs of all sizes and configurations, from 9-hole and parkland courses to 18-hole, 27-hole, and larger facilities.
The comparison with ClubV1 is most relevant for clubs that run regular competitions and want those competitions to sit naturally on their tee sheet rather than in a separate module. It is also relevant for clubs reviewing their payment setup, their reporting, and the overall cost structure of their management system.
How each handles the key areas
Covering the areas where ClubV1 and GolfTap genuinely differ.
Competition management
ClubV1 treats competitions as a module within the broader system. Competition slots can be set up on the tee sheet, and the system handles entry lists and results. For live scoring and WHS returns, many ClubV1 clubs also use HowDidIDo alongside the main system. This is a common and functional setup, but it means two systems are involved in running a competition day.
In GolfTap, competitions sit directly on the tee sheet. There is no separate competitions module; entries are bookings with an entry fee collected at checkout. Scores can be recorded and calculated within the system, and the scoring engine is WHS-compliant.
Payments
ClubV1 has moved toward using ClearCourse payment processing as part of its standard setup. The payment relationship is therefore with the ClearCourse group rather than directly with an independent payment provider. For clubs where that arrangement works, it is straightforward. Clubs that prefer to maintain a direct relationship with their payment provider may find the setup less flexible.
In GolfTap, clubs keep a direct relationship with their preferred payment provider. GolfTap integrates with providers including Square and Stripe for counter card payments and online bookings. Each club holds its own account directly with the provider. Online payments, counter card payments, and member wallet top-ups all flow into a single finance record, with no separate reconciliation step between payment types.
Reporting
ClubV1 covers the reporting needs most clubs have day-to-day: booking counts, membership numbers, basic revenue summaries. The reporting is functional and familiar to staff who have used the system for a long time. Real-time visibility into settlement by payment method is more limited - clubs typically rely on end-of-period reports rather than a live dashboard.
In GolfTap, the finance dashboard is live. Revenue is broken down by category, the tee sheet utilisation report shows booked vs. available slots across any date range, and the settlement report splits online (Stripe) payments from counter card payments automatically. This is particularly useful for clubs where the club manager and treasurer need to agree figures at the end of each day or week without manually compiling data from separate sources.
Pricing
ClubV1 pricing is not publicly listed. Clubs are typically quoted on a licence basis, with modules available as additions for functionality beyond the core system. The cost structure varies by club and by the specific modules selected. Clubs switching from ClubV1 often describe the pricing as predictable once established, but opaque at the point of evaluation.
In GolfTap, pricing is per-member: the cost scales with how large your membership is. The full platform is included at every tier, with no module decisions to make. There is also a 1% transaction fee on green fees booked through the platform. Pricing is published, so clubs can calculate their likely cost before speaking to anyone.
Where each has the edge
Where ClubV1 leads
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Large, established install base in the UK. ClubV1 is well-known to club staff and committees, and the name carries recognition when presenting a change to a board.
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Broad module coverage for clubs with specific legacy workflows that have been built around ClubV1 over many years.
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ClearCourse group support structure and a track record of continuity across years of club operations.
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More peer references available from clubs in similar situations - useful for committees that want to speak to existing users before a decision.
Where GolfTap leads
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Competitions sit on the same tee sheet. No separate module, no dependency on HowDidIDo for the booking and entry flow.
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Unified payments: online, counter card and member wallets all recorded in one finance ledger, with no separate reconciliation between payment types.
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Accounting sync included: GolfTap integrates with Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and other packages. Revenue flows to the right accounts automatically, with no manual export step.
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Per-member graduated pricing: transparent, no module decisions, scales predictably as membership numbers change.
Which clubs typically choose each
Clubs that tend to choose ClubV1
ClubV1 suits clubs with established workflows built around its module structure, and committees that value a recognised name with a long track record in the UK market.
It is also a common choice for clubs affiliated with a ClearCourse-connected group, where ClubV1 forms part of a broader arrangement.
Clubs that tend to choose GolfTap
GolfTap fits clubs that want competitions, payments, and reporting to work together in one system, without module fees or separate tools layered on top.
It is a common choice for clubs consolidating from two or more systems, and for clubs where pricing transparency and a predictable cost structure matter at the point of evaluation.
Still deciding?
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Last updated April 2026. GolfTap maintains this comparison. We've tried to be accurate about both platforms. If you spot something that needs updating, let us know.
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