Comparison

RaceCapture vs Red Mist Timing

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

RaceCapture

Transform your device into a real-time telemetry dashboard for a powerful data acquisition system. Design custom dashboards, analyze lap data, and configure pit stop timers. Supports live streaming, predictive lap times, and automatic track map detection.

Highlights
  • Customizable dashboards
  • Real-time telemetry streaming
  • In-app log file analysis
  • Configurable pit stop timer
  • Predictive lap times
  • Sensor and OBDII/CAN data integration
  • Automatic track map detection
Features
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Transform your phone or tablet into a dashboard that can transmit real-time telemetry for RaceCapture/Pro - a powerful Data Acquisition system by Autosport Labs. Learn more at http://www.autosportlabs.com Features * Design custom dashboards that you can share with friends * Stream real-time telemetry to Podium http://podium.live for live analysis, sharing, lap comparison and playback * In app analysis features - import your RaceCapture log file data and inspect your lap data! * Automatic, configurable pit stop timer for endurance racers * Show predictive lap times using RaceCapture/Pro's high performance GPS * Customize gauges with sensor data, OBDII and CAN bus data streams from the RaceCapture system * Automatic track map detection with support for hundreds of race tracks * Fully configure all of the features and settings in RaceCapture/Pro - no laptop needed! Getting started: * Full quick-start guide: http://wiki.autosportlabs.com * Power up your RaceCapture device * Connect your iOS device to RaceCapture's WiFI network * Start the Race Capture app * The app will automatically search and connect your RaceCapture system. * Select the dashboard view and navigate the different screens. Here you can customize the screens with the channels you have enabled. Troubleshooting: * Make sure you're on the latest version of the RaceCapture firmware * If you have trouble connecting via WiFi: * * Verify you're connected to RaceCapture's wifi network. Alternatively, you can configure your RaceCapture device to connect to your phone's hotspot, or you can connect both devices to a common WiFi access point. * * More troubleshooting at: http://wiki.autosportlabs.com and forums at http://forum.autosportlabs.com

About

Red Mist Timing

Follow real-world racing events live with real-time lap timing, position tracking, and pit stop monitoring. Stay engaged with every pass and strategy change, whether you're trackside or remote. Access detailed race data used by teams and broadcasters.

Highlights
  • Live position tracking
  • Real-time lap timing
  • Pit stop monitoring
  • Event schedules
  • Accessible anywhere
  • Detailed race data
Features
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Follow the action as it happens. Red Mist Racing lets you watch along as your team, driver, or favorite participant progresses through real-world racing events. Whether you’re trackside or following remotely, stay fully engaged with every lap, pass, and pit stop—live and in real time. Live Position Tracking See your team’s position update in real-time as they move up or down the field. No delays, no refreshing—just instant access to what's happening on the track. Live Timing & Results Monitor lap times, sector splits, and overall standings as the event unfolds. Track personal bests, fastest laps, and key stats that matter. Pit Stop Monitoring Follow every pit stop and strategy change. Know exactly when a car pulls in and how long they spend in the pit lane. Event Schedules Stay in the loop with updates on race starts, finishes, class changes, and more—so you never miss a moment of the action. Accessible Anywhere Whether you're in the paddock, grandstand, or halfway around the world, Red Mist gives you the same detailed race data that the teams and broadcasters use. Perfect for fans, teams, and racing enthusiasts alike, Red Mist is your go-to companion for live motorsport event tracking.

Screenshots

RaceCapture4 screens
Red Mist Timing3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Red Mist Timing at 5.0 against RaceCapture's 4.0. Red Mist Timing also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs monthly). RaceCapture's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Red Mist Timing holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RaceCapture ships an update monthly, Red Mist Timing every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on August 19, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
RaceCapture versus Red Mist Timing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRaceCaptureRed Mist Timing
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (9 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9 — better4
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size164 MB114 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAutosport LabsBrian Griggs

Customer experience

RaceCapture

All ratings9 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%

Red Mist Timing

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

RaceCapture

No in-app purchases

None

Red Mist Timing

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RaceCapture free?
RaceCapture is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Red Mist Timing free?
Red Mist Timing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RaceCapture or Red Mist Timing?
Red Mist Timing is rated higher. RaceCapture averages 4.0 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Red Mist Timing averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do RaceCapture or Red Mist Timing have ads?
Neither RaceCapture nor Red Mist Timing shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RaceCapture or Red Mist Timing?
RaceCapture ships an update monthly, and Red Mist Timing every 11 days. Most recently, RaceCapture was updated on August 19, 2026 and Red Mist Timing on September 25, 2026.

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