MarkSetBot vs Ridewind
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MarkSetBot
This app controls an automated sailboat racing mark using any smart device. It requires ownership of the physical MarkSetBot or use of CourseSetter software. It's designed for sailboat racing organizers and participants.
- Smartphone, tablet, or PC control
- Automated sailboat racing mark
- Requires MarkSetBot hardware
- CourseSetter software integration
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MarkSetBot is the automated sailboat racing mark. The mark is controlled with any smart phone, tablet, or PC. There's a Botter Way WARNING: You must own a MarkSetBot or use CourseSetter to use this app. www.marksetbot.com
Ridewind
This app helps sailors and kite riders track their performance. Record sessions, analyze speed and wind data, and review your routes. Improve your skills on the water with detailed statistics and community sharing.
- Live VMG and speed display
- GPS session recording
- Wind direction support
- Upwind and downwind analysis
- Session statistics
- Interactive route replay
- Community feed
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Ridewind is a performance tracking app built for sailors and Formula Kite riders. Record every session with your Apple Watch or iPhone and review detailed performance metrics afterward. Features: • Live VMG and speed display • GPS session recording • Wind direction (TWD) support • Upwind and downwind analysis • Session statistics and performance score • Interactive route replay • Community feed for sharing sessions • Equipment management • Apple Watch support Whether you’re training for your next race or simply tracking your progress, Ridewind helps you understand every session and improve on the water. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MarkSetBot at none against Ridewind's 2. MarkSetBot also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). Ridewind's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Ridewind sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. MarkSetBot asks for nothing beyond the download.
MarkSetBot ships an update every 6 weeks, Ridewind every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MarkSetBot | Ridewind |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Macro Connect | YOKO GOTO |
Customer experience
MarkSetBot
Ridewind
In-app purchases
MarkSetBot
No in-app purchases
Ridewind
- Ridewind Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
- Ridewind Premium yearly$79.991 Year
Questions
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