# QR Laps — Track the laps of all runners

> QR code scanner for tracking student laps and calculating distances. (iPhone/iPad app by Ursin Tanner.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-laps/id1301942401 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ursin Tanner](https://appshunter.io/developer/977043903)
- Category: Sports, Education
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-12-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-laps/id1301942401/reviews.md

## What is QR Laps?

Count how many laps each of your students has run and automatically calculate the total distance. Export the results.

Everything happens without a single click and without entering a single name! The app counts how often a QR code is shown. The students have their QR code scanned after each round. Enter a lap length and the app automatically calculates the total distance run and creates a ranking list. This can be exported as a .csv file for further processing.


INFO
This app is based on the popular QR Counter and has been adapted to the wishes of sports teachers. The highlights are the automatic distance calculation, the prevention of cheating and the acoustic lap counter.


HIGHLIGHTS

-> NO CLICKS
-> NO TYPING OF NAMES
-> GET A RANKING
-> SAVE AUTOMATICALLY
Close the app and work on the same data the next day. All data is saved automatically.
-> EXPORT
-> MANUAL INTERVENTION
Change the result by swiping right to add 1 point. Swipe left to remove 1 point. If there is a person without QR code, it is possible to manually add a counter.
-> SELECT THE UNIT OF MEASUREMENT
miles, yards, feets, kilometers
-> AUDIO FEEDBACK
The app calls the number of running laps after each scan.
-> CHANGE CAMERA
Choose between front or back camera.
-> NO CHEATING POSSIBLE
After each scan, the code is locked for 10 seconds.
-> MISSING QR CODE?
It's possible to add a counter manually. Just type in the name and click the add button.


Tip for maximum performance: Use any smartphone for up to 12 students. This avoids traffic jams.


-> CREATE MULTIPLE QR CODES ONLINE AT http://www.teaching-apps.com
Simply type in all names/items at once and get multiple QR codes in a PDF, which you can then print and save. It couldn’t be any easier! Each QR code is embedded in a student ID card in a credit-card size. These cards can be used for different apps and uses.

## Key features

- Automatic lap counting via QR codes
- No clicks or typing names required
- Automatic distance calculation
- Ranking list generation
- CSV export of results
- Manual intervention for corrections
- Unit of measurement selection

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qr-laps/id1301942401/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Unable to access email

*2022-09-11*

I can not work out where to allow access to emails in settings. Can you please direct me. Thanks

### 3/5 — Needs longer delay to prevent cheating

*2022-08-24*

Too bad…this app (and a custom Google sheet we created) had the potential to revolutionize the way we track laps in our PE classes. But the delay of 10 seconds is not long enough to prevent cheating with our setup. I like the developer’s philosophy of “keep it simple” but he doesn’t want to add an option for a longer timeout between scans…so we will (and our entire district) be using a much more complicated and costly solution. If you are a teacher that can stand right next to your device all period and police the scan then this might work. We need to be a little more interactive with our classes so being a scanner “police” doesn’t fit in with our teaching philosophy.

### 4/5 — Help!

*2021-11-04*

I have loved this app, but today I accidentally hit delete on my running lap count for my students😭. Is there ANY way to recover my numbers?

### 5/5 — Homeschool Gym & Mileage Club

*2021-08-21*

We used this app to track laps for our mileage club. Simplified the process for us. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Elem PE

*2021-04-13*

Perfect for elementary PE programs. I use it for mile club and the kids love it!

### 1/5 — QR Codes

*2020-10-21*

I am no longer able to create QR code’s. The site says it is forbidden.

### 3/5 — I Need Help

*2020-10-20*

I have used this app a lot and have enjoyed it, but this week when I went to create QR code’s it tells me the URL is not available.   How do I fix this?

### 3/5 — Email not working

*2019-09-25*

I love this concept. Yes it would be nice to add a time element so that we could track speeds as well however I am more frustrated that it will not let me email results. Emailing is an option however when I go to do this, the send button stays grayed out and won’t let me press...

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback. The export of data via email currently only works with the standard email app. The app must be set up.
To integrate a time measurement the app could be combined with the QR Stopwatch app. But then you need two devices.

### 3/5 — Missing a timer for PE & Mile Times

*2019-09-02*

I love what this developer has to offer, but it’s missing the capability of timing the laps. In 5th grade, we time our students for the mile. While lap counting is important, it’d be great to combine the QR Stopwatch & QR Laps for all our teaching needs. Please and thank you! 🙏🏼

**Developer response:** Thank you very much for the feedback. Since we keep our apps simple and easy to use, this would be an idea for a separate app. Because the same QR code is used for laps and time, the app would be complex. Until then, the only solution is to combine the QR Laps with the QR Stopwatch app on two devices.

### 3/5 — Back Up

*2019-05-14*

Using this App in an Educational environment and it is great except for two very important design flaws. If these could be fixed with an update the app would be exceptional.
1. There is no backup function. Whilst you can export data, the chances of someone hitting the delete button in a school environment is high. I live in fear of this as we use it to grab cumulative data on laps run in a fitness club
2. This is exasperated by the need to click every lap to enter retrospective data. So if a runner starts with 895 laps, you have to click every one of this laps. Now multiply this be 100 runners. Surely there would be a straight number entry or import function. Hence the fear of deletion after obtaining a very sore entry thumb.
Simple to fix a couple of real obvious ones and make it a 5 star app

**Developer response:** Thanks for the great feedback and your ideas. The app was designed to be used on one day at a time. If you want to work with it over a longer period of time, the fear of loss is understandable. At least the results can be exported as csv.

## Frequently asked questions about QR Laps

### How does QR Laps track laps?

QR Laps uses QR codes that students scan after each round. The app counts how many times each unique QR code is scanned to record laps.

### Can I use QR Laps without an internet connection?

Yes, the app saves all data automatically, allowing you to close and reopen it to continue working on the same data the next day without an internet connection.

### What units of measurement does QR Laps support?

QR Laps supports various units of measurement including miles, yards, feet, and kilometers for calculating total distance run.

### How does QR Laps prevent cheating?

After each scan, the QR code is locked for 10 seconds, preventing a student from scanning their code multiple times in rapid succession to inflate their lap count.

### Can I manually add laps in QR Laps?

Yes, if a student is missing a QR code or there's an issue, you can manually add a counter by typing in their name and clicking the add button.

### What is the price of QR Laps?

QR Laps is a paid application priced at $2.99.

### Does QR Laps have ads?

No, QR Laps does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

### What devices is QR Laps compatible with?

QR Laps is designed for iOS devices, including iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2018-08-19

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

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