# XC Timer

> Cross country race timing and data recording app with Google Drive sync. (iPhone/iPad app by Matthew Fahrenbacher.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xc-timer/id982317916 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Matthew Fahrenbacher](https://appshunter.io/developer/663134237)
- Category: Education, Sports
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 2.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.4 · 19 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-04-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xc-timer/id982317916/reviews.md

## What is XC Timer?

This is a simple app for recording times during a cross country race.  Saved race data can be emailed as a csv or automatically synced to your Google Drive.  Use the Google Sheet Add-On "Cross Country Scorer" to streamline post-race scoring (made by this same author).  The volume buttons can be used to take splits.

## Key features

- Record race times
- Save race data
- Email data as CSV
- Sync to Google Drive
- Volume button splits
- Google Sheet Add-On integration

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xc-timer/id982317916/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Volume buttons stopped working

*2022-08-25, version 2.1*

The volume buttons used to work as represented. They don’t anymore. I found this out the hard way timing a race. I’ve deleted the app and reinstalled, but still the only way to time runners is to hit the green button, which is much less convenient.

### 4/5 — As a coach, very happy with the results!

*2020-10-10, version 2.1*

I’m a cross country coach and recently used this to time our home cross country meet. I’m very happy with the results, especially given that the stopwatches with built-in printers costs hundreds of dollars. It was very easy to time the race, use the splits function as individual runners crossed the finish line, and save and upload the file to Google Sheets. Very happy.

We borrowed a printer stopwatch to use as a backup, but we ended up not even using it.

My only suggestion is to have a function that does allow the screen to turn off. When I turned off the screen during the early part of the race, it created a split. I knew none of the kids ran the 5k in under a minute, so it was very obvious that I should just ignore that result. When I uploaded the file to Google Sheets, I just deleted that time. Not a big issue, but I was concerned with the battery life on my phone. After two races with the screen left on, I believe my phone was at 50 percent power.

All in all, thanks for the great timer.

### 1/5 — Not worth it

*2017-09-19, version 1.3*

Just downloaded to use.  The volume buttons do not do splits as advertised 
  The split button and stop button are next to each other so when trying get a split you easily hit the stop button. Worthless!!! 
   Can't save name of of race just as race 1, 2,3, etc

Complete crap.

**Developer response:** Sorry you had such a terrible experience.  I can’t explain why the volume controls are not working for you.   What version of the iPhone / iOS did you have installed?  I’ve been keeping the race name static within the app to make syncing with google drive more fail-safe, but modifying race features is an idea on my todo list.

### 5/5 — Life changing for a coach!

*2015-09-11, version 1.2*

We host many xc meets and this system has saved us lots of time. No longer manually type in finish times; have files auto synced with google drive or email as a csv to use in Excel. Amazing!

## Frequently asked questions about XC Timer

### What is XC Timer used for?

XC Timer is designed for recording and saving times during cross country races. It allows for data export via email as a CSV file or synchronization to Google Drive.

### How much does XC Timer cost?

XC Timer is a paid application, priced at $0.99.

### What devices support XC Timer?

XC Timer is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

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

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

### How can I export my race data from XC Timer?

You can email your saved race data as a CSV file directly from the app. It also offers automatic syncing to your Google Drive.

### Can I use the volume buttons to record times in XC Timer?

Yes, the volume buttons on your device can be utilized to conveniently take race splits within XC Timer.

### How often is XC Timer updated?

The latest version of XC Timer is 2.1, which was last updated on September 2, 2019. The app was initially released on April 11, 2015.

### Does XC Timer have ads?

XC Timer does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 2.1 — 2019-09-02

Supports Google's updated Google Sign In

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