Race Regatta Timer vs Astro (Astrolabe Countdown)
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Race Regatta Timer
This app transforms your Apple Watch into a regatta timer. It synchronizes with the official time, provides haptic feedback for countdowns, and sends iPhone notifications for start times. Continuous improvements and new features are planned.
- Apple Watch integration
- Synchronized countdown
- Haptic feedback
- iPhone notifications
- Customizable countdown start
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Win the start before the race begins. Regatta Timer puts the countdown where it belongs: on your wrist. Set your start sequence, keep your eyes on the water, and feel clear haptic cues as the final seconds tick away. When the countdown reaches zero, Regatta Timer automatically switches to elapsed-time mode. Tap LAP to capture each split, then review your lap times directly on Apple Watch or in the companion iPhone app. BUILT FOR THE START LINE - Choose a countdown from 1 to 60 minutes - Set the time quickly with the Digital Crown - Feel haptic cues through the crucial final seconds - Continue automatically into elapsed timing at zero - Record individual lap times with one tap - See lap results directly below the LAP control - Stop safely and prepare the next countdown - Receive an optional start alert on your paired iPhone SIMPLE BY DESIGN Large controls, a clear timing display, and safeguards against accidental touches keep Regatta Timer focused on what matters when the start line gets busy. No account. No ads. Your timing data stays on your devices. Ideal for sailing regattas, club races, training starts, and practice sessions.
Astro (Astrolabe Countdown)
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The professional sailing timer trusted by regatta racers worldwide. Astrolabe Countdown delivers split-second precision timing when every second counts at the starting line. CORE RACING FEATURES: Build with sailing and yachting professionals worldwide Crystal-clear edge-to-edge progress display for instant visual feedback Reliable haptic feedback you can feel even in rough conditions Always-active timing sessions that never sleep during critical moments Independent Apple Watch operation - no phone dependency Race history tracker with detailed journal entries ADVANCED RACING TOOLS: ProControl for advanced race timing strategies Instant 5-minute countdown on gun signal Auto-sync countdown to nearest minute for precision starts Real-time distance to starting line measurement Course shift tracking within 30 degrees Speed over ground in precise knots PERFECT FOR: Competitive regatta racing Sailing training sessions Time-critical race starts Professional sailing competitions Yacht club events APPLE WATCH OPTIMIZED: Built natively for Apple Watch with exclusive Apple Watch Ultra features. Works seamlessly across all Apple Watch models with customizable themes to match your sailing team colors. Start winning more races with precision timing. Download Astrolabe Countdown today. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://astrolabe-countdown.apphq.online/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Astro (Astrolabe Countdown) at Free against Race Regatta Timer's $3.99. Astro (Astrolabe Countdown) also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 24 months). Race Regatta Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Astro (Astrolabe Countdown) is free to download; Race Regatta Timer costs $3.99 up front. Astro (Astrolabe Countdown) sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year. Race Regatta Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Race Regatta Timer ships an update every 24 months, Astro (Astrolabe Countdown) fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Race Regatta Timer | Astro (Astrolabe Countdown) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 | Free — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 24 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | G&S Applications GbR | Chikai Lai |
In-app purchases
Race Regatta Timer
No in-app purchases
Astro (Astrolabe Countdown)
- Astrolabe Pro Access (Annual)$7.991 Year
- Annual Ultra Subscription$14.991 Year
- ULTRA Tier One-Time Purchase$44.99
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