DartScore Pro — Support

How to Use DartScore Pro

Starting a Game

1 Open the app and select your players from the dropdown menus (or add new players via "Manage Players")

2 Choose your game type: 301, 501, or Cricket (Pro)

3 Optionally enable "Play Against AI" and select a difficulty level (Pro)

4 For set play, toggle it on and choose legs per set and number of sets (Pro)

5 Tap "Start Game" to begin

Entering Scores

1 Tap "Enter Score" to open the dartboard

2 Select your multiplier: Single, Double, or Treble

3 Tap the dartboard where your dart landed — the app detects the segment automatically

4 Repeat for all 3 darts. If you miss the board entirely, tap "Miss"

5 After 3 darts the turn ends automatically and switches to the next player

Checkout Suggestions

When your remaining score is between 2 and 170, the app shows you the recommended checkout route (e.g., "T20 T19 D16"). This adjusts based on how many darts you have left in your turn.

Finishing a Game (301/501)

You must finish on a double. If your dart brings the score to exactly zero and it was a double, you win. If you go below zero, hit exactly 1, or hit zero without a double, it's a bust and your score reverts.

Cricket Rules

In Cricket, you score marks on numbers 15–20 and the bullseye. A single = 1 mark, double = 2 marks, treble = 3 marks. Close a number by getting 3 marks on it. Once closed, any further hits score points (the value of that number) until your opponent also closes it. Win by closing all numbers and having equal or more points than your opponent.

Switching Who Starts

Before the first dart is thrown, tap either player's side of the scoreboard to switch who throws first.

Undo

Made a mistake? Tap "Undo Score" to reverse the last completed turn. This is not available during AI games.

Free vs Pro

DartScore Pro is free to download with core features available immediately:

Free Features

301 and 501 scoring for two players
Interactive dartboard with touch scoring
Checkout suggestions for all finishable scores
Real darts caller sound effects
Save and manage player names

Pro Upgrade (one-time purchase)

AI opponents with 4 difficulty levels
Cricket game mode
Set play (best-of legs and sets)
Full player statistics and averages

The Pro upgrade is a single one-time payment — no subscription, no recurring charges. If you switch devices or reinstall the app, tap "Restore Purchase" to recover your Pro access.

Frequently Asked Questions

I bought Pro but it's not showing on my new phone

Open the app, try to access a Pro feature, and tap "Restore Purchase" on the upgrade screen. This will recover your purchase from your Apple ID.

Can I use DartScore Pro offline?

Yes. The app works entirely offline. No internet connection is needed for any gameplay features. The only network connection is for the initial Pro purchase and restore.

Where is my data stored?

All data (player names, statistics, preferences) is stored locally on your device. Nothing is sent to external servers. If you delete the app, your data is permanently removed.

What does "bust" mean?

In 301/501, if your dart score takes your remaining total below zero, equals exactly 1, or brings you to zero without hitting a double, the entire turn is cancelled and your score reverts to what it was before that turn.

Why can't I see checkout suggestions?

Checkout suggestions only appear when your remaining score is between 2 and 170 (the maximum possible checkout with 3 darts). Bogey numbers (159, 162, 163, 165, 166, 168, 169) will show "No out shot" as they cannot be finished in 3 darts.

How do I reset my statistics?

Go to Game Setup → Manage Players → tap "Stats" next to the player → tap "Reset Statistics" at the bottom of the stats screen.

Does the app work on iPad?

Yes. DartScore Pro works on all iPhones and iPads running iOS 15 or later. The interface adapts to the screen size.

Still Need Help?

If you have a question that's not answered here, or you've found a bug, please get in touch:

support@slimshotgames.com

DartScore Pro Support