# Timer ٞ vs GPS Race Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Timer ٞ at none against GPS Race Timer's 1. GPS Race Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 7 months vs every 16 months) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 16.1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GPS Race Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Timer ٞ asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Timer ٞ against 4.5 for GPS Race Timer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 2.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 36% of Timer ٞ's written reviews are positive against 35% of GPS Race Timer's.

Timer ٞ ships an update every 16 months, GPS Race Timer every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer ٞ | GPS Race Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer/id1078562105/reviews) | **[4.5 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-race-timer/id1340496243/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.2K | **2.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **36.4% of reviews** | 34.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 16 months | **Every 7 months** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **12.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [UniCom Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/1270764210) | [Thomas Hagenau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1340496242) |

## What reviewers say

### Timer ٞ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer/id1078562105)

This application provides a clean, simple, and reliable timer for various timing needs, including cooking, sports, and work. It offers seamless integration with Apple Watch and Today Widgets, allowing for synchronized control and notifications.

**Highlights:** Apple Watch support, Today Widget support, Synchronized timer control, Simple and elegant design, Easy setup, Sound and vibration notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Well designed app
- 💡 Wish it could be a widget for lock screen
- 👍 Simple elegant design
- 🚀 Good timer app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Skips a second
- 🔕 No sound or notification when timer ends
- 🔕 Alarm sound too weak
- 🔕 No sound when screen is locked
- 🔕 Alarm sound changed to annoying noise

**Reported bugs**

- Timer doesn't work consistently
- Timer doesn't ring or make sound when done
- App crashes

**Requested features**

- Ability to change alarm sounds
- Set up multiple timers
- Countdown timer that counts up after reaching zero


### GPS Race Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-race-timer/id1340496243)

Accurately measure vehicle acceleration times like 0-60 mph and 1/4 mile using your iPhone's GPS. Set up timers beforehand and let the app automatically start measurements when speed targets are met or motion is detected. Save, export, and transfer your performance data easily.

**Highlights:** Measure 0-60 mph, 60-120 mph, 1/4 mile, Automatic start detection, Save and export results, Preset and adjustable timers, No extra hardware required, Optional PRO version features

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate speed tracking
- 💡 Customizable settings
- 📊 Saves run data

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent 0-60 and quarter mile times
- 🐛 Fails to start/record runs
- 🐛 Inaccurate distance tracking
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- Timer doesn't reset properly
- App crashes on startup
- Significant GPS/speed detection delays
- Recorded times do not match actual performance

**Requested features**

- Add 60ft and 1/8 mile times
- Automatic start/stop of timer
- Manual start option for timer
- Improved accuracy and consistency


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer ٞ free?

Timer ٞ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GPS Race Timer free?

GPS Race Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Timer ٞ or GPS Race Timer?

GPS Race Timer is rated higher. Timer ٞ averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while GPS Race Timer averages 4.5 from 2.7K ratings.

### Do Timer ٞ or GPS Race Timer have ads?

Both Timer ٞ and GPS Race Timer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Timer ٞ or GPS Race Timer?

Timer ٞ ships an update every 16 months, and GPS Race Timer every 7 months. Most recently, Timer ٞ was updated on September 21, 2026 and GPS Race Timer on September 20, 2026.

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