# XC Buddy Race Timer — XC/Cross Country Race Timer

> Cross country race timing, scoring, and pace estimation tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Lee Whitaker.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xc-buddy-race-timer/id1580811897 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lee Whitaker](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567442397)
- Category: Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.5 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-08-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xc-buddy-race-timer/id1580811897/reviews.md

## What is XC Buddy Race Timer?

XC Buddy is made to time cross country races.  It keeps position and finishing time accurately for any size race.  In addition, athletes, parents, and coaches can score meets, take multiple splits for athletes, and estimate race and training paces. Users can text or email results out to family and friends.  XC Buddy helps make cross country season fun and provides information at the finger tips of users!

## Key features

- Accurate race timing
- Position and finishing time recording
- Meet scoring
- Multiple athlete splits
- Pace estimation
- Results sharing via text/email

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xc-buddy-race-timer/id1580811897/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Great app but could use a beneficial tweak!

*2024-09-23*

I used this timer for a XC meet and it worked wonderfully.  The only suggestion I have is for a fail safe on the reset button or for it to be placed in a different location.  I had successfully split 50 competitors for a JV race but when I went to click stop my thumb tweaked right and reset the timing and we lost all of the recorded data for the race.  I think it would be nice to have the reset not be automatic but have a fail safe such as, “are you sure you want to reset?” Or have the reset button not be contiguous to the start/stop/split buttons.  Just a suggestion.  The app is super easy to use and I will be using it again.  Thank you!

### 3/5 — Good but could be better with modifications

*2024-08-10*

The app is ideal for cross country. However, the runners populate on yellow buttons with white font. This is not beneficial, you are unable to see the names of the runners because the font is white and the sun is bright. Which makes it very hard to read. If the can make the font black and maybe little larger or bold. I could give the app 5 stars.  It would also be could maybe if there was a setting button to be Apple to customize the colors of both the block and font that fits best with each person individual visual needs.

### 3/5 — Good app

*2024-03-04*

I’d rather not have adverts or pay a minor fee to not have them

### 3/5 — Doesn’t fit iPhone 5 screen

*2021-10-20*

Very easy to use but doesn’t fit on an iphone5 screen. I installed it on an old phone so I didn’t have to give my phone to someone to do the timing but the buttons are so big and don’t adjust for a small screen that you can only see one split time at once and it doesn’t scroll up so you don’t know if it took the click unless you manually scroll.

## Frequently asked questions about XC Buddy Race Timer

### What devices does XC Buddy Race Timer support?

XC Buddy Race Timer is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for Apple mobile devices.

### How often is XC Buddy Race Timer updated?

The app was last updated on May 17, 2023, with version 1.9. This indicates regular maintenance and potential feature additions.

### What is the age rating for XC Buddy Race Timer?

XC Buddy Race Timer has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Does XC Buddy Race Timer have ads?

No, XC Buddy Race Timer does not contain advertisements. Users can enjoy the app without interruptions.

### What is the user feedback on XC Buddy Race Timer?

XC Buddy Race Timer has an average rating of 4.2 stars from 6 ratings, suggesting positive user experiences.

### Can XC Buddy Race Timer be used offline?

The provided description does not specify offline functionality. However, timing and scoring features typically require active use during an event.

### How does XC Buddy Race Timer compare to other race timing apps?

XC Buddy Race Timer offers specific features for cross country, including pace estimation and direct sharing of results, which may differentiate it from more general timing applications.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9 — 2023-05-17

New ad formats, new button colors

### 1.8.3 — 2022-10-02

1.8.3 - New ad formats. Limit number of ads in app.

### 1.8.2 — 2022-09-19

1.8.2 - Fixed typo in email formatting for sending results.

### 1.8.1 — 2022-08-23

1.8.1 - Added functionality to estimate race and training paces to help athletes get an idea of where they should be running.

### 1.8.0 — 2022-06-27

1.8.0 - New ad formats in free version. New menu layout. New button formats and icons for buttons.

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## More apps by Lee Whitaker

- [Relay Buddy Race Timer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/relay-buddy-race-timer/id1567442395)
- [XC Buddy Meet Manager](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xc-buddy-meet-manager/id1581325303)
- [Stop Me if U Can](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-me-if-u-can/id1583812119)

All apps by Lee Whitaker: https://appshunter.io/developer/1567442397

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