# JAWKU vs Sprint AR

The clearest difference is rating: Sprint AR at 5.0 against JAWKU's 4.0. Sprint AR also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). JAWKU's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ratings volume (244 vs 4). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sprint AR sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. JAWKU asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sprint AR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JAWKU has 244 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

JAWKU ships an update every 2 months, Sprint AR every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 2, 2026 and June 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | JAWKU | Sprint AR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (244 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jawku/id1184083672/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sprint-ar/id1618259372/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **244** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 67.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 221 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Brian Frohlich](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529541549) | [Nateception Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1618259374) |

## What reviewers say

### JAWKU

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jawku/id1184083672)

This app measures athletic performance metrics like speed, agility, and reaction time with a wearable sensor. It allows athletes to track progress, visualize improvements, and access training content to enhance their performance.

**Highlights:** Measure sprint speed, Measure agility drills, Measure vertical jump height, Measure reaction time, Track performance history, Visualize personal records, Access training content

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Portable and easy to set up
- 📊 Accurate timing comparable to expensive laser gates
- 💰 Cost-effective alternative to multi-thousand dollar systems
- 📱 Requires only phone and sensor
- 🎯 Versatile for multiple drill types (40yd dash, 5-10-5, vertical jump)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable recording of times
- 📡 Bluetooth connectivity issues at longer ranges
- ❌ Fails on distances beyond 40 yards
- 🚫 Interference from people walking in front of camera
- ⚙️ Clunky and unintuitive interface

**Reported bugs**

- Sensor disconnects at longer ranges (100+ meters)
- Times not recorded despite successful setup
- Audible mode not working on iPhone 13
- Jump clip registration fails
- Device won't charge or pair

**Requested features**

- Multi-athlete simultaneous timing capability
- Continuous video recording with manual time selection
- Better documentation and instructional videos
- Improved app updates and maintenance
- Better Bluetooth range extension


### Sprint AR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sprint-ar/id1618259372)

Test your speed against an augmented reality runner in a virtual 40-yard dash. Measure your performance and compare it to professional athletes. Features AR setup for realistic racing environments and automatic recording of your runs.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality runner simulation, 40-yard dash timing, AR environment setup, Automatic race recording, Save race videos to camera roll, Compare to professional athlete speeds

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cheetah | $0.99 | one-time |
| Elephant | $0.99 | one-time |
| Shark | $0.99 | one-time |
| Robot | $0.99 | one-time |
| Zombies | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ghost | $0.99 | one-time |
| Frankenstein | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is JAWKU free?

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

### Is Sprint AR free?

Sprint AR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, JAWKU or Sprint AR?

Sprint AR is rated higher. JAWKU averages 4.0 out of 5 from 244 ratings, while Sprint AR averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do JAWKU or Sprint AR have ads?

Neither JAWKU nor Sprint AR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, JAWKU or Sprint AR?

JAWKU ships an update every 2 months, and Sprint AR every 2 weeks. Most recently, JAWKU was updated on August 2, 2026 and Sprint AR on June 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*