Comparison

Mini4 Lap Timer vs RC Car Setup App by So Dialed

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

Head to head
About

Mini4 Lap Timer

This application uses your iPhone's camera to automatically time laps for Mini4wd races. Simply set up the number of lanes, point the camera at the track, and start your race. The timer begins automatically when a car passes in front of the camera.

Highlights
  • Camera-based lap timing
  • Automatic start detection
  • Configurable number of lanes
  • Easy setup for races
  • Designed for Mini4wd
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This is lap timer for Mini4wd what use iPhone's camera. [Usage] 1. Select the number of lanes to time. 2. Point lanes of the course with camera from above. And show mini4wd as large as possible. 3. Tap the [I'm Ready!] button. 4. Run your mini4wd on the course. 5. Auto start to time when the mini4wd passes through the in front of camera.

About

RC Car Setup App by So Dialed

Manage your RC car setups with AI-powered tuning advice and a comprehensive race log. Track settings for hundreds of cars, analyze race performance, and optimize your vehicle for any track condition. Ideal for all skill levels seeking to improve their RC racing.

Highlights
  • AI tuning advice for track conditions
  • Log races to track performance changes
  • Save and compare setups for 600+ cars
  • Share setups with friends
  • Export to manufacturer PDFs
  • Supports off-road, on-road, oval, drift, drag
Features
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The modern way to manage your RC setups. Track settings for 600+ cars, log your races to see what changes actually made you faster, and get live AI advice on how to tune for your track conditions. Off-road, on-road, oval, drift, drag, and more — from 1/5th to 1/28th scale. Racers agree: * Robbie Dodge, XRAY: “You can look back on what worked from a week or even a year ago and know exactly what change you want to make.” * Josh Bommer, Team Associated: “It's a game changer - a one-stop shop to track all of your RC setups.” * Wyatt Wilson, TLR: "It's the future of setups. Use So Dialed to work smarter and in turn spend more time on the track." * Bob Taylor, TLR: "It's super easy to use, and a must for all skill and experience levels." AI MECHANIC Enter your setup and ask the AI for help. It knows your car's specific settings, the kit defaults, and what other racers are running. Ask things like: "Is my setup good for high-grip carpet?" "How do I get more turn-in on clay?" "What should I change for loose dirt?" SETUP TRACKING Save settings for suspension, shocks, drivetrain, tires, diffs, electronics, and more. Compare any two setups instantly to see exactly what changed. RACE LOG Log races with track conditions, grip level, and weather. Go back later to see which setup changes improved your lap times — and which didn't. SHARING Keep setups private or share them with friends. Find setups shared by other drivers, and export to manufacturer PDFs for supported models. FREE TO USE The app is free for racers who want to track a few cars and get setup advice. Upgrade for unlimited storage, unlimited AI questions, and more. See the full list of supported cars here: https://www.sodialed.com/supported-cars ---------- More RC apps from So Dialed: RC Pit Calculator Pro https://www.sodialed.com/apps/rc-pit-calc-pro RC Maintenance Timer https://www.sodialed.com/apps/rc-maintenance-timer ---------- Follow us on Facebook for the latest: https://www.facebook.com/sodialed/

Screenshots

Mini4 Lap Timer2 screens
RC Car Setup App by So Dialed4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mini4 Lap Timer at none against RC Car Setup App by So Dialed's 2. Mini4 Lap Timer also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). RC Car Setup App by So Dialed's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (92% vs 79%). On price, rating, ads and device support 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. RC Car Setup App by So Dialed sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Mini4 Lap Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Mini4 Lap Timer against 4.8 for RC Car Setup App by So Dialed. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RC Car Setup App by So Dialed has 118 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Mini4 Lap Timer's written reviews are positive against 92% of RC Car Setup App by So Dialed's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mini4 Lap Timer ships an update every 2 months, RC Car Setup App by So Dialed every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Mini4 Lap Timer versus RC Car Setup App by So Dialed: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMini4 Lap TimerRC Car Setup App by So Dialed
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (16 ratings)4.8 (118 ratings) — better
Positive reviews79.2% of reviews92.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings16118 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRyuta KibeDegree3, Inc.

Customer experience

Mini4 Lap Timer

All ratings16 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral6.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive79.2%
Neutral4.2%
Negative16.7%

RC Car Setup App by So Dialed

All ratings118 ratings
Positive95.8%
Neutral1.7%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews39 reviews
Positive92.3%
Neutral2.6%
Negative5.1%

Bugs and requests

Mini4 Lap Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

RC Car Setup App by So Dialed

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Paid version not fully recognized
  • Constant 'new setup' indicator
  • Steering link configuration backwards for 22x4 elite kit
  • Cannot scroll down enough on iOS setup sheets to access tips

Requested features

11 requests
  • Add geometry for WIRC SBX4
  • More professional build sheets
  • Add Tekno SCT 410.3
  • Add Yokomo YZ-2 DTM3.1
  • Add AE TC7.2
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  • Integrate gearing FDR calculation
  • Add basic guidelines for FDR
  • PC version of the app
  • Option for one-time fee for lifetime unlock
  • Option for online storage as a separate subscription
  • Add troubleshooting for different racing types (on-road, oval, etc.)

In-app purchases

None

Mini4 Lap Timer

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

RC Car Setup App by So Dialed

Subscriptions2
  • Sportsman Plan - Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Sportsman Plan - Annual$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Mini4 Lap Timer free?
Mini4 Lap Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RC Car Setup App by So Dialed free?
RC Car Setup App by So Dialed is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mini4 Lap Timer or RC Car Setup App by So Dialed?
RC Car Setup App by So Dialed is rated higher. Mini4 Lap Timer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while RC Car Setup App by So Dialed averages 4.8 from 118 ratings.
Do Mini4 Lap Timer or RC Car Setup App by So Dialed have ads?
Neither Mini4 Lap Timer nor RC Car Setup App by So Dialed shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mini4 Lap Timer or RC Car Setup App by So Dialed?
Mini4 Lap Timer ships an update every 2 months, and RC Car Setup App by So Dialed every 3 days. Most recently, Mini4 Lap Timer was updated on October 24, 2026 and RC Car Setup App by So Dialed on October 30, 2026.

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