Comparison

RaceCapture vs Lap Legend

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

Lap Legend

Record and analyze motorsports laps with live timing, data acquisition, and advanced analytics. Supports various racing disciplines and includes over 2000 track configurations. Integrates with OBD devices for high-performance vehicle data.

Highlights
  • Live lap timing
  • Data acquisition via OBD
  • Advanced data analysis
  • Video and data replay
  • 2000+ track configurations
  • Support for multiple racing types
  • Weather data with corrections
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Use your phone or tablet to record laps, autocross runs, 1/4 mile passes, and more! • Fast, Easy Setup - Get on Track in Seconds • Superior Data Acquisition + Deep OBD Data • GPS Lap Timing with Predictive & Target Times • Integrated Video+Data Recording and Export • Replay Data & Video of your Theoretical Best Lap • Advanced Analysis Tools Designed to Find You Time • Automatic & Manual Points of Interest (POI) Marking • Supports Road Course, Circle Track, Autocross, Rally, Drift, and Drag Racing • 2000+ Included Track Configurations • Custom Track Creation & Sharing • Integrated Weather Data & Density Altitude Calculations • Add Your Own Session Notes Lap Legend is fueled by a passion for motorsports, with the goal of giving all track drivers access to high-performance data acquisition, driving analysis, lap timing, and video. Enjoy! This app is intended only for sanctioned motorsports and track events. Always drive safely. Use at your own risk. Any telemetry or messaging features are not guaranteed, and must not be relied upon for critical or safety uses. Please see website or in-app information for details on compatible external hardware.

Screenshots

RaceCapture4 screens
Lap Legend4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Lap Legend at 5.0 against RaceCapture's 4.0. RaceCapture's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Lap Legend sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. RaceCapture asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Lap Legend holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 5 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RaceCapture ships an update monthly, Lap Legend every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RaceCapture versus Lap Legend: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRaceCaptureLap Legend
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (9 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9 — better5
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better16
Further details — not scored
Size164 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAutosport LabsDauntless Devices LLC

Customer experience

RaceCapture

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

Lap Legend

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

RaceCapture

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Lap Legend

One-time1
  • 3rd Party OBD Device Support$5.99

Questions

Is RaceCapture free?
RaceCapture is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lap Legend free?
Lap Legend is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RaceCapture or Lap Legend?
Lap Legend is rated higher. RaceCapture averages 4.0 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Lap Legend averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do RaceCapture or Lap Legend have ads?
Neither RaceCapture nor Lap Legend shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RaceCapture or Lap Legend?
RaceCapture ships an update monthly, and Lap Legend every 3 weeks. Most recently, RaceCapture was updated on October 1, 2026 and Lap Legend on October 15, 2026.

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