# Regatta Hero — Manage & Track Sailing Races

> Real-time sailing regatta management and tracking app with automatic scoring. (iPhone/iPad app by KRISTIAN RAUE.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/regatta-hero/id6447348874 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [KRISTIAN RAUE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743604105)
- Category: Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-04-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/regatta-hero/id6447348874/reviews.md

## What is Regatta Hero?

The app for participants and organizers of Regatta Hero regattas. The Regatta Hero system is particularly suited for club, fun, pursuit and training regattas. Handicap ratings are automatically applied in the race results or in the individual boats start time. 

The regatta participants have a smartphone on board that sends GPS coordinates and communicates all information. The app's data usage is approximately equivalent to streaming music or about 20-30 percent of what map apps consume in navigation mode per minute.

For dinghies, catamarans, etc., the smartphone with the activated app is placed in the zippered pocket of the life jacket (possibly wrapped in a waterproof case). The app then communicates acoustically.

With the help of this app, GPS coordinates are sent to the Regatta Hero system in real time. Additionally, the app receives all information from the race management (starting sequence with flags and acoustic signals, general announcements, race time, course shortening, false start info, etc.).

The app supports regattas with PHRF, Yardstick, SCHRS, Texel ratings (and other handicap systems). Pursuit starts can also be conducted. The scoring is automatic and available shortly after the last boat crosses the finish line. Both Time-on-Distance and Time-on-Time scoring is supported.

Any course can be defined. The regatta can be followed live and as a replay on the screen.

The passcode necessary for operating the app is provided by your race director. For further information, please visit our website.

## Key features

- Real-time GPS tracking
- Automatic handicap rating application
- Live race management updates
- Automatic scoring (Time-on-Distance/Time-on-Time)
- Live race following and replay
- Support for various handicap systems

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/regatta-hero/id6447348874/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2026-03-30*

This App has been a game changer for our small sailing club.  Best advancement we have made in years.

### 5/5 — Funktioniert super!

*2025-12-22*

Die App übernimmt die Organisation und Durchführung von Vereinsregatten. Sehr schön sind die automatisierte Startsequenz (sogar mit Wettfahrtflaggen) und die automatische Ermittlung der Wettfahrtergebnisse. Auch Yardstick-Verrechnung und die Möglichkeit von Känguru- oder Rabbit-Starts sind möglich. Tolles Tool, insbesondere für kleine Vereine, in denen der Wettfahrtleiter auch gerne mitsegelt.

### 5/5 — Echter Mehrwert

*2025-12-13*

Wir haben die App dieses Jahr bei der Regatta der Eisernen auf freiwilliger Basis eingesetzt. Ein echter Mehrwert für Zuschauer, die so auch von Land aus das Renngeschehen verfolgen konnten. Und für die Wettfahrtleitung: Einfaches Erfassen der Bojenposition, Kurse und Startprozedere. Ergebnisse der am Tracking teilnehmenden Boote in Übereinstimmung mit manuell erfassten Ergebnissen (wenige Ausnahmen auf Grund Problemen mit den persönlichen Geräteeinstellungen der Teilnehmer). Super Support durch den Entwickler. Gerne wieder.

### 5/5 — Outstanding

*2025-12-08*

This is a powerful yet simple solution for any club racing.  The developer is very responsive, innovative, and will help continually improve the solution. highly recommended.

### 5/5 — Great for club racing

*2025-07-10*

Terrific app for both the Race Officer (RO)and for sailors. Our club has weekly evening races that autostart at the chosen day and time. The RO simply chooses the best pre-defined course for the conditions. All sailors signed in for the race are notified of the course on the app, and then it automatically runs the 5 minute start sequence through the app. The track is recorded on each boat from the start, around the buoys, to the finish. When all boats have finished, all boats receive the results (based on corrected times) on the app. Later, everybody can replay the race and see how each boat performed. VERY slick! The app is well documented and supported. Lots more great features to use for different racing situations.

### 4/5 — Watch App?

*2025-06-22*

A stand alone watch app - ideally with Siri support- would be nice for dinghies and  boards. Carrying a phone is just a nuisance.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the suggestion! We understand the appeal of a standalone Apple Watch app, especially for dinghies and boards. Unfortunately, this is currently not practical for most users due to battery limitations. Continuous LTE usage is required, and on the water LTE power consumption is significantly higher because cell towers are much farther away than on land. In real-world conditions, many Apple Watch models would only last a short time (often well under 1-2 hours), with the Ultra being a partial exception. For now, using the phone remains the most reliable solution on the water.

### 5/5 — Tolles Tool für unsere Clubregatten!

*2024-09-27*

Wir setzen seit Anfang der Saison die App für unsere wöchentlichen Clubregatten ein. Bis auf kleine Trackingprobleme bei einigen Handymodellen funktioniert alles super. Im Laufe der Saison wurden einige Funktionen weiterentwickelt und die Handhabung optimiert. Toller Support!!! Von den durchschnittlich 25 teilnehmenden Booten kamen nur positive Rückmeldungen. Von Seiten der Regattaleitung ist eine unkomplizierte und intuitive Nutzung gegeben. - und wir können selber mitsegeln! Wir wollen die App weiterhin nutzen.

### 5/5 — Nie wieder ohne

*2024-09-26*

Ich benutze die App seit einiger Zeit. Super einfach in der Bedienung. Und ich kann die Wettfahrten durchführen und gleichzeitig mitsegeln !!!!!!!! Der Entwickler hat immer ein offenes Ohr und die App wird bei jedem Update besser.

## Frequently asked questions about Regatta Hero

### What is Regatta Hero used for?

Regatta Hero is designed for managing and tracking sailing regattas. It handles participant tracking, race management communication, and automatic scoring for various types of races.

### How does Regatta Hero track races?

Participants use their smartphone with the activated app on board, which sends GPS coordinates to the Regatta Hero system in real-time. This allows for live tracking and replay of the race.

### Does Regatta Hero support different handicap systems?

Yes, Regatta Hero supports multiple handicap systems including PHRF, Yardstick, SCHRS, and Texel ratings, automatically applying them to race results or start times.

### How is scoring handled in Regatta Hero?

Scoring is automatic and available shortly after the last boat finishes. The app supports both Time-on-Distance and Time-on-Time scoring methods.

### What kind of regattas is Regatta Hero best suited for?

The system is particularly suited for club, fun, pursuit, and training regattas, accommodating various boat types like dinghies and catamarans.

### Is Regatta Hero available on multiple devices?

Regatta Hero is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, as indicated by its supported devices list.

### How often is Regatta Hero updated?

The latest version of Regatta Hero is 3.2.30, and it was last updated on March 10, 2026. This suggests a consistent update schedule.

### Does Regatta Hero have ads?

No, Regatta Hero does not contain advertisements, as indicated by the 'hasAds' flag being false.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2.35 — 2026-08-11

- Service Release 
- Regatta tracking controls now have clearer, more intuitive labels

### 3.2.34 — 2026-07-31

Service Release

### 3.2.33 — 2026-05-08

- Alphabetical sorting for races and courses
- A red LED now signals when the GPS fix is outdated
- Manual beeline editing in TOD mode
- No automatic logout when in buoy mode

### 3.2.32 — 2026-04-18

- Service Release
- Experimental Support for Notifications on Smartwatches

### 3.2.30 — 2026-03-10

Service Release (Sharing of the Mapviewer URL under iOS now works again)

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