# StartLights: Formula Race Hub — Countdown, Widgets & Standings

> Formula racing fan hub for schedules, results, standings, news, and games. (iPhone/iPad app by Stefan Petrovic.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/startlights-formula-race-hub/id6741859212 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Stefan Petrovic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1480570956)
- Category: Sports
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.5 · 65 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-02-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/startlights-formula-race-hub/id6741859212/reviews.md

## What is StartLights?

Every race weekend in your pocket. Countdown to lights out, check session times in your local timezone, track standings, and never miss a qualifying or race again.

What you get:
· Full 2026 calendar with every session 
· Driver and constructor standings updated after every race 
· Circuit maps, track records, and past winners 
· Driver and team profiles with stats, bios, and fun facts 
· Latest news from the paddock 
· Smart session reminders 
· Race start reaction game with leaderboard 
· Spoiler alert
· Offline access 
· No personal data collected

Go premium:
· Home screen widgets - countdown, standings, podium, and more 
· Season Grid heatmap - every driver, every race, every position 
· Race weekend weather forecasts 
· Historical seasons and past results 
· Team color themes - paint the app in your team's colors 
· Custom notification timing

Built for fans, by a fan.

Disclaimer: StartLights is an unofficial project and is not associated in any way with the Formula 1 companies. F1, FORMULA ONE, FORMULA 1, FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, GRAND PRIX and related marks are trade marks of Formula One Licensing B.V.

Terms of Use: Apple Standard EULA → https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/startlights-privacypolicy/

## Key features

- 2026 Formula 1 Calendar
- Live Standings & Results
- Driver & Team Profiles
- Formula News Updates
- Smart Session Alerts
- Offline Schedule Access
- F1 Reaction Game

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium-Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium-Yearly | $9.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/startlights-formula-race-hub/id6741859212/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2025-09-02*

Really enjoying this app so far. It’s clean, easy to use, and keeps me updated on the race schedule and results without having to search around online. The notifications are super useful, and I like having the standings and drivers&teams info right there whenever I want to check. Keep going 🖖🏼🏁

### 5/5 — Perfect F1 Companion for Mac

*2025-03-05*

Wow, very simple and clean design. I like it very much! I was looking for something like this. My personal recommendation for all F1 fans! I can't wait for the season to start.

P.S. It’d be cool to see weather for race weekends.

**Developer response:** Hi cwbngakd, thank you so much for the glowing review and recommendation! We’re excited to be your F1 companion! 
Also, great suggestion about adding weather for race weekends, we’ll definitely look into it. Stay tuned, and enjoy the races!

## Frequently asked questions about StartLights

### What are the free features of StartLights?

StartLights offers a 2026 calendar, live standings for drivers and constructors, race info with circuit maps, driver/team profiles, Formula news, smart alerts, countdown timers, and offline support. It also emphasizes a privacy-first approach with no personal data collection.

### What premium features does StartLights offer?

Premium features include team themes, weather forecasts, detailed past results, historical standings, custom alerts, the reaction game, home screen widgets, and priority support. These enhance the user experience for dedicated fans.

### How much does StartLights cost?

StartLights is free to download and use with its free features. Premium features are available through subscription plans, including a monthly option for $1.99 and a yearly option for $9.99, both offering a 7-day free trial.

### Does StartLights have ads?

No, StartLights does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with its core features, and premium features are unlocked via subscription.

### What devices does StartLights support?

StartLights is available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad, leveraging iOS 26's Liquid Glass design for a modern look across Apple devices.

### How often is StartLights updated?

The app was last updated on March 9, 2026, with version 1.2.6. This indicates regular updates to maintain functionality and incorporate new features or data.

### Is StartLights suitable for children?

StartLights has an age rating of 4+, making it appropriate for a wide audience. Its content focuses on sports information and a simple reaction game.

### Can I play the reaction game offline?

The description mentions offline support for checking schedules. While the reaction game is a premium feature, its specific offline capabilities are not detailed. However, other features like news and profiles are accessible offline.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2026-07-27

• Added a new Qualifying view with detailed session results 
• Improved overall performance and stability 
• Fixed several bugs and minor interface issues

### 1.3 — 2026-07-24

• new widgets
• share card race winners
• bug fixes

### 1.2.6 — 2026-03-09

• bug fixes
• performance improvements

### 1.2.5 — 2026-03-04

• bug fixes
• performance improvements

### 1.2.4 — 2025-10-28

• bug fixes
• performance improvements

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-28.*